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- Create automation and integrated computer systems that solve manufacturing, inspection, or material handling problems. - Provide a wide range of services including: - Automation Systems including PLC's, Test and Measurement, robotics, motion, and vision systems. - Software Development for Mobile/Web, Linux or Windows. - Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Image Recognition, wireless communicationsMost recent projects:--An assembly line for Automotive Tier 1 with 3 robots and vision system. Vision picking, integration with Ford ERP, RFID--A modular assembly line with 7 robots, 14 vision systems, 3D profiling, ERP loads part build information and the machine can build 100k+ variations of parts including printing and labels and the end result is a packaged box.--A Warehouse Control System that controls 3 cranes operating 24x7x364. The cranes moves 2M+ pounds each day.--A Warehouse Control System that controls 6 AGV's and a 9 robot storage unit for 2M+ pounds of inventory and delivers material to machines for processing and later to shipping.--Aerospace assembly machine for a complex process that reduces the time to build by over 50% and reduces problems in manufacturing.

Comstock Park, Mi, Us

Responsible for software and process development within the company. I oversee software design and development for PC based systems, PLC based automation, and IT systems for internal company use. I lead a team of contractors for software development. I manage projects and schedules and create new ideas for internal company engineering processes. I train engineers in software, automation, and design/documentation processes.

Grand Rapids, Mi, Us

I develop software using ANSI C/C++, C#, Python, LabVIEW, SQL, and other languages. Microsoft Developer Studio. Eclipse. MQX, WindRiver, embedded Linux, Windows CE / 7 / XP embedded, TI OMAP, ARM, Microchip, Freescale, Atmel. DO-178B software test and certification. *Military devices for F/A-18A Hornet, and UH-60 Blackhawk.*Developed a user interface for a Class C medical device.*Medical, automotive, military, aerospace software design.*Developed a radio mesh networked, web-based monitoring system for the alternative energy industry.*As a consultant for a cardiovascular device company, I re-designed a reporting system that saved $10k in product licensing and performed the software integration in half the time given. The software too a 15 minute job and performed it in 10 seconds.*Developed image pattern tracking algorithm for an embedded 32-bit platform. This work is in the process of a patent application.*Developed a five instrument near real-time measurement system for railroad inspection. The development was delivered to a satisfied customer in 75% of the customer's scheduled timeline.*Selected as engineering representative for DornerWorks at Embedded System Conference (ESC) at San Jose 2010.

Industrial controls automation and panel build.We used Allen Bradley controls, GE controls, Fanuc robots, Motoman robots, servos, and industrial IO networks (DeviceNet, ProfiBus). ControlLogix, PLC5, SLC PLC's and HMI's. I performed sales, engineering, design, installation, integration, commissioning, and training. Installed over 100 unique industrial machines and systems all over the world. As a two person engineering firm, we solved many problems and worked efficiently to provide value to our customers.* Automated repetitive code writing for PLC based automation. I created a program that was used for all phases of design and documentation. The spreadsheet reduces software development time by >50% for AB PLC's.* Created at least seven completely new and innovative machines that had multiple uses and reuses. I solved problems in manufacturing, defense, packaging, and food & drug industries in useful ways.* Created an OPC automation program using C#, SQL, a PLC, and DeviceNet to seamlessly take the place of a legacy PC system. Integrated the 200+ device system in < 2 days during production to my customer’s great satisfaction.* Customers include: General Mills, Unilever, General Motors, Chrysler, Nissan, Knoll, Faurecia Automotive, multiple automotive suppliers, TranTek Automation, Bradford White, PPG, Country Fresh Dairy, Heinz, Spears Manufacturing

Developed a Warehouse Management System for cross-platform deployment in C++. I reverse engineered and designed the wave picking, and order processing tasks to maintain current functions, improving speed, and providing future customization. I wrote and tested the C++ code used for these components that interfaced with Oracle databases.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

I integrated and programmed controls systems to interface with databases, various scanners, printers, and other devices. We used C++ 6, VB6, SQL. I designed software, tested, and debugged, and traveled to site to integrate the end result. I designed software to interface with Allen Bradley PLC's in C++.

Grand Rapids, Michigan, Us

Firstronic (Miquest at the time) was an electronics manufacturer and designer. I designed electronics and embedded software. I worked on several initiatives to rebuild machinery, and upgrade software systems in the company. I created test fixtures, administrated the Novell 3.11 LAN and PC's, wrote test procedures.