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Indianapolis, In, Us

Naperville, Il

Mechanical / Agricultural Consultant: Specializes in performing engineering investigations in mechanical and agricultural industries. Projects have involved accident investigation and reconstruction, fire cause and origin, product test validation, product liability, and design analysis. • Solely responsible for business development of agricultural services.• Perform precision agricultural technology performance validation.• Provide third party consulting for Agricultural… Show more Mechanical / Agricultural Consultant: Specializes in performing engineering investigations in mechanical and agricultural industries. Projects have involved accident investigation and reconstruction, fire cause and origin, product test validation, product liability, and design analysis. • Solely responsible for business development of agricultural services.• Perform precision agricultural technology performance validation.• Provide third party consulting for Agricultural insurance claims.• Develop specification for recurring product design and oversee standards compliance with finished products• Commercial Storage, Drying and Material handling special investigations.• Mechanical testing and analytical analysis.• Laser scanning accident scene documentation.• OSHA and FDA regulation evaluation compliance. Show less

Naperville, Il

Provide Mechanical and Agricultural consulting services in the areas of thefollowing:• Crop loss evaluation and assessment• Farm infrastructure evaluation• Farm machinery damage and related injuries• Plant operation / processing issues• OSHA and FDA regulation evaluation

A highly talented agricultural professional with experience spanning more thanthirteen years in farm, and ranch management practice. Expert in both animal and crop farming,coordinated complex agricultural programs and services such as plant, marketing services and researchoperations. Excellent negotiating skills with banks and other credit lenders to obtain the best financingdeals for equipment, livestock and seed. Deep understanding and effective management of product… Show more A highly talented agricultural professional with experience spanning more thanthirteen years in farm, and ranch management practice. Expert in both animal and crop farming,coordinated complex agricultural programs and services such as plant, marketing services and researchoperations. Excellent negotiating skills with banks and other credit lenders to obtain the best financingdeals for equipment, livestock and seed. Deep understanding and effective management of product pricefluctuation; knowledge and application of computers for increased productivity; and great planning skillswith extraordinary goal obtaining ability, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.• Grew up on a family farm and participated in agricultural programs for young people, such as theNational FFA Organization and the 4-H youth education programs.• Plan the type of farming activities to be undertaken, estimate operating cost and order supplies such asseed, fertilizer and farm equipment. Decide the kind of crops to be grown, field documentation and thearea to be planted.• Maintain equipment in good working condition through regularly scheduled service and maintenance.Keep records of service and maintenance activities on all equipment in an easily accessible andorganized file.• Perform all tillage, planting, spraying, mowing, cultivating, fertilizer application, note taking, harvest,data collection and selling of crops.• Implements experience with Garmin GPS guidance systems. Show less

Fishers, Indiana

TOPHAT LTD is a technology firm serving businesses and non profits of all sizes. We specialize in building custom software solutions, creating personalized how-to guides, and assisting with the challenging aspects that today’s technology can present. We couple our expertise with our clients’ unique characteristics to develop effective solutions built on modern technology. Our services include mobile & web development, eCommerce, customer self-service portals, spreadsheet automation… Show more TOPHAT LTD is a technology firm serving businesses and non profits of all sizes. We specialize in building custom software solutions, creating personalized how-to guides, and assisting with the challenging aspects that today’s technology can present. We couple our expertise with our clients’ unique characteristics to develop effective solutions built on modern technology. Our services include mobile & web development, eCommerce, customer self-service portals, spreadsheet automation, cross-system reports, full channel marketing, and much more. We look forward to every opportunity we get to make technology work better for our clients. Please visit our website at www.tophatlimited.com Show less

Sullivan, Il

Agvance Grain is a complete grain management system that has been utilized by grain businesses of all sizes throughout the USA. Our customers range from small, single location elevators to large, multi-location facilities operating in multiple states. Agvance gives grain professionals the ability to track grain activity, inventory, storage and contractual obligations by location, by profit center and company-wide. Reporting functions are both comprehensive and flexible. Agvance… Show more Agvance Grain is a complete grain management system that has been utilized by grain businesses of all sizes throughout the USA. Our customers range from small, single location elevators to large, multi-location facilities operating in multiple states. Agvance gives grain professionals the ability to track grain activity, inventory, storage and contractual obligations by location, by profit center and company-wide. Reporting functions are both comprehensive and flexible. Agvance operates with the latest technology, enabling our customers to operate efficiently in a rapidly changing and volatile business climate.SSI has a proven track record and industry reputation for successful software implementations. Our customer base includes a wide range of agribusiness companies and regions — a testimony to our software's flexibility and depth. Regardless of the size, scope or diversity of your business, SSI will provide you with the assurance and confidence that comes with our qualified team, process methodology, thorough planning, comprehensive training and collaborative approach. Show less

Assumption, Il

Mechanical Engineer on Commercial Grain Bins

Assumption, Il

Key member of an elite team responsible for the development and implementation oftest plans.• Fully responsible for the development of data acquisition system and testing used to correlate Finite ElementAnalysis for a bin roof redesign. The data acquired was a key driver to take out 40% material and labor cost.• Designed and utilized 128-channel data acquisition system to capture thermal temperature recordings,displacement readings and multi-axis force measurements.•… Show more Key member of an elite team responsible for the development and implementation oftest plans.• Fully responsible for the development of data acquisition system and testing used to correlate Finite ElementAnalysis for a bin roof redesign. The data acquired was a key driver to take out 40% material and labor cost.• Designed and utilized 128-channel data acquisition system to capture thermal temperature recordings,displacement readings and multi-axis force measurements.• Engineering project manager responsible for obtaining CSA certification for the DMC Stir-Ator product line,including 3D design, CAD drawing, testing, functionality and documentation.• Solved number one problem on DMC Stir-Ator line by redesigning the key operating mechanism resulting in unitquality improvement. Reduced number of failure modes by 50%.• Conducted 12 major field engineering investigations over multiple product lines. Responsible for communication withthe customer, site documentation, forensic investigation, report summary and follow-up. Show less

Naperville, Il

Naperville, Il

Mechanical Engineering: Responsible for providing engineering services in the areas of failureanalysis, accident reconstruction and industrial testing. Key team member in the areas of mechanical processes,developing test protocols, and conducting fire investigations on multiple functions of mechanical equipment.• Responsible for consultation in the areas of failure analysis, accident investigation and reconstruction.• Consulted in the areas of agriculture components, systems… Show more Mechanical Engineering: Responsible for providing engineering services in the areas of failureanalysis, accident reconstruction and industrial testing. Key team member in the areas of mechanical processes,developing test protocols, and conducting fire investigations on multiple functions of mechanical equipment.• Responsible for consultation in the areas of failure analysis, accident investigation and reconstruction.• Consulted in the areas of agriculture components, systems analysis, vehicular structural analysis, design analysis,product testing, mechanical testing, and fire damage analysis.• One of the key people responsible for agricultural services. Conducted third-party quality issues on large farmimplements, grain handling equipment, construction equipment and automotive vehicles.• Key team member of metallurgy laboratory responsible for conducting material analysis and material evaluation.• Consulting Engineer measured purely on billable hours accrued. Utilized entrepreneurial spirit to maximizebillable hours. Solely responsible for business development of agricultural services with Packer Engineering.• Manager of over 100 projects including litigation and industrial testing. Coordinated third-party productdevelopment, trial deposition and site documentation. Provided project summaries and directed multiple projectssimultaneously.• Created laboratory test plans for conducting standardization third-party testing for accident reconstruction toresolve the root cause of problems. Designed test standards for product qualification and validation.• Top 15% billable engineers within the consulting firm. Consistently exceeded standards for billable hours.• Key support member for one of the largest patent infringement cases at Packer Engineering. Show less

B.S., Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) #1026144 Aircraft Owners and Pilots.

B.S, Mechanical Engineering

Associate’S Degree, Machine Trades