Sid Shaikh

Sid Shaikh has a diverse work experience spanning several industries and roles. Sid is currently the Head of Robotics at hyperTunnel Limited, leading a team of engineers in the development of innovative underground construction technologies. Prior to this, they worked at Ocado Technology as the Head of Engineering, overseeing a portfolio of around 40 products and playing a key role in transitioning Product Development to a product-focused division. Sid previously held the position of Head of Product Development and Engineering R&D Manager at Ocado Engineering, where their team developed a range of innovative products for the first Ocado smart platform. Sid also worked at Cambridge Consultants as the Diagnostics Product Development Group Leader and Programme Manager, managing a team of consultants and delivering successful projects. Sid started their career at GSK as a Manager, where they led a team in implementing automation and process improvement initiatives. Before that, they worked at Mars as a Project Manager, focusing on control system responsibility and implementing automation installations. Sid also held the role of Project Leader at Molins Tobacco Machinery Ltd, leading a multidisciplinary team in developing automated machinery prototypes. Sid began their career as an Automation Design Engineer at Cam Systems, where they delivered successful installations of special purpose machinery and robotic systems across various industries.

Sid Shaikh's education history includes obtaining a BEng degree in electrical and electronic engineering from the University of Birmingham, which they completed between 1987 and 1991. Sid then pursued a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Industrial Robotics and Manufacturing Systems from Cranfield University from 1991 to 1992. Later, in 1996 and 1997, they completed a Certificate in Management at Brunel University London.

In addition to their formal education, Sid Shaikh has acquired several certifications. In 2007, they became a PRINCE2 Practitioner. In 2012, they obtained the National General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety (NEBOSH). In 2018, they became a Fellow of the Institute of Advanced Motorists through IAM RoadSmart. Most recently, they obtained the APM PMQ certification from the Association for Project Management in 2020. It is also mentioned that Sid Shaikh holds the Ceng certification from IET, although the specific obtained month and year are not provided.