Hamish Kempthorne

Hamish Kempthorne is an experienced Senior Automation Engineer at Rakon Ltd since 2004, specializing in architecting control systems and developing models for new concepts. Prior to this role, Hamish owned and operated Kempthorne Automation Ltd. from 1985 to 2004, where significant projects included control systems for Ford New Zealand's Wiri Alloy Wheel Plant and quarry systems for Milburn New Zealand. Hamish has a diverse background in commissioning and servicing scientific instruments, with earlier positions at VG Analytical, Alphatech Systems Ltd., Wang Computer, and others. Education includes studies at The University of Auckland and Whangarei Boy's High School, with a robust skill set encompassing various software platforms and compliance standards.