People stories
From concept to performance
James
Product Performance Engineer, Philippines
Embrace challenges and look beyond the conventional
Growing up in a family of engineers, I’ve always thought that the world was full of possibilities for problem-solving and invention. Since joining Dyson in 2020 as a Graduate Design Engineer, I’ve been on an incredible journey—from delivering the Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler barrels to now working on the performance of our latest products. Each step has deepened my understanding of what it takes to turn complex ideas into products that users love.
Then, I became a Design Engineer where I worked on the Dyson Supersonic Nural hair dryer, specifically focusing on the Time-of-Flight Sensor and the Scalp Protect feature. This role gave me hands-on experience in developing key metrics for product performance, which eventually led me to my current role in product performance. One of the most pivotal career moments was creating a new test method to verify the Scalp Protect Feature—an effort that brought together experts across technical fields to solve a project challenge that was nearly set aside. After countless design iterations and algorithm refinements, we successfully delivered the Scalp Protect feature, and seeing the positive market response was incredibly rewarding.
Dyson has been a place of immense growth for me. I’ve built on my skills in CAD, statistical analysis, and testing methods, all while gaining a holistic view of product design—from concept to launch. The collaborative, knowledge-sharing environment here makes every project a learning experience, and the resources available allows me to constantly refine my skills.
To anyone considering a future here in Dyson, I’d say embrace the challenges and look beyond conventional solutions. Dyson is always pushing the limits of innovation, and with the right mindset, you’ll find opportunities to stretch your capabilities in ways you may never expect.