Manufacturing software
Tools for quoting, RFQ handling, job review, production visibility and engineering workflow improvement.
- Quoting and proposal systems
- STEP/CAD workflow support
- Estimator and operations dashboards
Manufacturing software · Backend systems · Automation
Engineering-led software for manufacturing and operational workflows.
I combine 20+ years of precision engineering, CNC production leadership and modern backend development to build reliable software systems for quoting, workflow automation, internal tools, deployment and AI-assisted operations.
20+ years precision engineeringCNC milling and turningProduction managementPython / FastAPI / FlaskDocker / Linux deployments
Services
Practical systems for companies that need control, speed and reliability.
Suitable for engineering firms, manufacturers, service businesses and teams with manual operational processes that need to become structured software.
Backend systems and automation
Reliable Python services, APIs, background jobs and internal tools built around real business processes.
- Python, FastAPI and Flask
- PostgreSQL, Redis and Celery
- REST APIs and workflow automation
Secure deployment and operations
Linux-based deployments for teams that need practical hosting, service management and maintainable infrastructure.
- Docker and on-premise deployments
- Nginx, Gunicorn and systemd
- Monitoring, backups and handover notes
Proof of work
AEROQ Pro demonstrates the full delivery path.
AEROQ Pro is a live quoting and proposal platform created by Shaw Research & Development Ltd. It combines manufacturing knowledge with backend software, automation and deployable infrastructure.
Product scopeCustomer portal, product information, quoting workflow, proposal handling and multilingual presentation.
Technical scopePython application services, database-backed workflows, background workers, CRM functions, deployment automation and production service management.
Deployment scopeHosted production environment with an on-premise Docker option for organisations with restricted or sensitive engineering data.
Engagement options
Clear project types with commercial outcomes.
Work can begin with a focused review, a fixed-scope prototype or direct implementation of a defined internal tool.
Workflow review and technical plan
A structured review of an existing process, application or operational problem with recommendations, architecture direction and a practical delivery plan.
Prototype or MVP build
A working version of an internal tool, customer-facing workflow, automation service, quote process or AI-assisted operational system.
Automation and backend implementation
Python services, data pipelines, APIs, dashboards, background jobs and integrations built to replace manual handling and repeated administration.
On-premise and controlled deployment
Docker-based or Linux service deployments for teams that require local control, restricted access, private data handling or clear operational ownership.
Professional background
Engineering experience with modern software delivery.
The software work is grounded in shop-floor experience, quoting pressure, customer requirements, production constraints and leadership responsibility.
Dec 2025 – Present
Shaw Research & Development Ltd / AEROQ Pro
Founder / Systems Builder- Founded Shaw Research & Development Ltd and built AEROQ Pro, a manufacturing-focused quoting and proposal platform.
- Designed backend systems for quoting, CRM, analytics and workflow automation using Python, Flask, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, Redis and Celery.
- Deployed and maintained Linux-based services using Nginx, Gunicorn, systemd and Docker-style deployment practices.
2014 – Mar 2026
P & C Precision Engineers Ltd
CNC Miller → Production Manager → Director- Progressed from CNC Miller into leadership roles including Production Manager and Director.
- Managed day-to-day shop-floor operations, scheduling, workflow and delivery across precision engineering work.
- Contributed to quoting, process planning, customer requirement review and strategic business decisions.
2004 – 2014
GRF Engineering
Apprentice → CNC Turner- Started at 16 and built a practical foundation in engineering, machining, setting, operating and programming.
- Completed an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering and developed hands-on experience in tolerances, materials and drawing interpretation.
Discuss a manufacturing software or automation project.
For project enquiries, contract work, technical reviews, internal tools or AEROQ Pro deployment discussions, contact Chris Shaw directly.