I've had the pleasure of working the last 20+ years in the custom automation industry. As a result of my role of Applications Engineer/Project Manager and then Manager of the Applications Engineer/Project Management Department, I've gained an in-depth knowledge base of the following:1) Concept Development & Solutions for custom packaging, assembly, and parts handling applications in the Medical Device, Beauty, Fabric and Home Care, and Fire Protection Industries amongst others.2) Both mechanical and electrical design considerations based on the successes and challenges experienced from all phases of one-off equipment assembly through to completion of Program/Test/Debug.3) Project Management strategies for ensuring the success of projects through intimate involvement in and documentation associated with Design Specification Development, Project Schedules, Conveyance of Critical Information to Designers and Programmers, Meeting Notes and Action Item Tracking4) Interdepartmental and Customer/Vendor Team Building and Personality Management5) Single Machine to Full Turn-key Line Project Budget Development and Management6) Robotics Integration and related Design Considerations