Production-Grade AI & Power Systems Engineering
Solo practitioner. 40 years of engineering experience. AI-augmented delivery with full data sovereignty — the code and data stay yours.
- ✓Code + data stays yours — full IP handover on every project
- ✓Energy & critical infrastructure background since 1987
- ✓NZ-based, works globally — NZD pricing, AUD/USD invoicing available
Sole global DC/AC UPS Systems Specialist; trained 42 business units
Lead engineer, $14B Longford LNG critical infrastructure
Technical advisor, 13MW+ BESS across Tonga and Tuvalu
Consultant for Pacific Island Nations (Cook Islands, Kiribati)
Start Small, Prove Value, Then Scale
Every stage produces artifacts you own. Move to the next only when the previous stage delivers clear results.
Discovery & Architecture
- →Architecture blueprint
- →Risk assessment
- →SOW for build phase
Prototype / Proof of Value
- →Working prototype
- →Performance benchmarks
- →Go/no-go recommendation
Build & Deploy
- →Production system
- →Testing & documentation
- →Full handover
Handover & Support
- →Source code & architecture docs
- →Operational runbooks
- →Team training session
All prices NZD (ex GST). Timelines are typical ranges — actual duration depends on scope and complexity.
What I Build, Assure, and De-risk
Three practice areas. Each can be engaged through the pipeline above, from discovery through to production.
Private AI Systems
Private RAG, self-hosted LLM stacks, MCP integrations, multi-agent workflows — production-grade, documented, and handed over.
- •AI Discovery Sprint (fixed-fee)
- •RAG / Knowledge Assistant (time-boxed)
- •Production Private AI Platform Build
Power Systems & Battery Engineering
UPS and industrial battery engineering (LiFePO4, NiCd, VRLA, VLA), IEEE 485 sizing, BESS integration, critical infrastructure reviews.
- •Battery/UPS Assessment & Remediation Plan
- •IEEE 485 Sizing + Documentation Pack
- •BESS Integration / Owner's Engineer Review
Independent Technical Review
Architecture, vendor, and solution assessments. Fast, procurement-friendly, and independent.
- •Architecture & Vendor Assessment
- •Technology Due Diligence Report
- •AI Readiness & Risk Assessment
Training & Enablement
Practical, role-based workshops that leave your team with measurable skills — not just slide decks. Backed by a B.Ed and Cert IV Training & Assessment.
- •Prompt engineering for engineers — practical, domain-specific
- •AI adoption coaching for teams and leaders
- •Deliverables: workshop + playbooks + templates + internal champions plan
Advisory Rate Card
Minimum engagement: half day (remote) or 1 day (on-site).
AUD/USD invoicing available on request.
Post-Deployment Support
You keep the code. Choose the support level that matches your team's capacity.
Handover Support (14–30 days)
Every project includes a post-handover support window at no extra cost.
- –Bug fixes and minor adjustments
- –Handover Q&A sessions
- –Documentation clarifications
Maintenance Retainer (Monthly)
Ongoing support for production systems, billed monthly.
- –Patching and security updates
- –Model and prompt tuning
- –Small improvements and feature requests
- –Business-hours NZT support with defined response times
Procurement & Terms
Engagement Structure
Work via SOW under MSA. Purchase orders accepted. Formal proposals provided for all engagements over $2,500.
IP Ownership
You own the IP. Code repository handed over at completion. Data stays in your environment. No lock-in.
Payment Terms
Monthly invoicing for hourly work, milestone-based for projects. 30-day terms. Bank transfer or credit card.
Travel & Expenses
Travel billed at actual cost with optimised schedules. Remote work incurs no additional charges.
Confidentiality
NDAs signed on request. Robust data protection practices across all engagements.
Cancellation
48-hour reschedule notice at no charge. Project-based work follows individually agreed terms.
Social Impact
Specialised rate cards available for NGOs, Pacific Island Nations, and critical environmental initiatives. Priority given to World Bank/ADB-classified low-income countries working on energy access.
Contact me to discussReady to Discuss Your Project?
20-minute technical scoping call — no obligation. Discuss requirements, explore architectures, and determine the right engagement model.