Simon Evans

Simon Evans leads the development of digital engineering for Atkins and SNC-Lavalin within the oil and gas sector, and is responsible for embedding digital engineering technology - from virtual and augmented reality to data analytics/visualisation and robotics - into the daily work of the oil and gas business.

A chartered mechanical engineer, Simon's background is in the structural/mechanical design and analysis of offshore structures in the renewables (offshore wind) and oil and gas sectors. He has a passion for digital engineering and its application, and in 2016 was awarded Young Professional of the Year by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) in recognition of his achievements and commitment to the engineering profession.