Our Instructors

With a degree in Automotive Technology, Brian went on to a MASc. degree in Mechanical & Mechatronics Engineering, specializing in metal additive manufacturing. Brian has a background in general fabrication, Fusion 360/CAD, 3D printing, and bringing innovation/creativity to residents in their design and manufacturing workflows. Aside from design and make, Brian loves to meet new people and have a good chat over coffee, referencing The Office and bragging about the beauty of Hamilton, Ontario.

Jamie Nicholson is a Research & Design Engineer, working out of the Toronto Technology Centre with a background in metal fabrication and CNC machining. Jamie has a passion for getting more people involved in the workshop and fostering a community of innovators. She is a part-time teacher at George Brown College, where she facilitates classes in the machine shop and shares her hands-on experience and machining knowledge with students.

Since joining Autodesk in 2020, Jamie has been dedicated to assisting the resident and research community with their projects. She has provided both digital fabrication consultations and hands-on experience on the machines. Her goal is to help minimize the barrier for entry and encourage everyone, especially women, to get involved in manufacturing.

Tyson is a Senior Research & Design Engineer in the Toronto Technology Centre. As a champion of smart and sustainable design, Tyson works directly with innovators to provide technical expertise and fabrication support to enable new ideas. He has a range of past academic and professional experience that includes everything from bespoke wood fabrication, rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing to project management, industrial automation, and IoT.