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Chicago, Il

Notable: Works as the lead mechatronics engineer driving the creation and strategy of a dedicated electrical department, managing the delivery of numerous custom builds and R&D projects ranging in project budget from $5-50K AUD (approx.$3.5-35k USD). Drove a 33% reduction in the total electrical system cost. Achieved through system optimization, resulting in reduced labor requirements, combined with successful negotiations between major electrical suppliers.In this role I am responsible for designing, manufacturing and commissioning all electrical and control systems for multiple proprietary straddle carrier models; inclusive of spearheading the first in house electrical & control system installation, the development of the company's first battery electric concept machine (WIP), updated ergonomic operator cabins and the integration of new model diesel engines.

Notable: Led the company’s first deployment of a collaborative robotic (cobot) system.In this role I was responsible for the creation of successful tender documentation, delivering multiple high value systems integration and conveying projects for Tier 1 freight operators, including the government postal service. Oversaw creation of all pre-sales responsibilities including; system concept designs, collation of customer specifications, creation of project documentation. Served as primary technical contact for systems and software related queries for stakeholders both internally and externally. And generated all commissioning documentation including: system checklists, Factory Acceptance Testing & Site Acceptance documents and operator manuals.

Moorabbin, Victoria, Australia

Awarded as part of the Deakin University Scholarship for high achieving third year Mechatronics Engineering student, this internship involved assisting the engineering department with calculations and estimates for customer applications, along with completing modifications to the 3 axis gantry pick and place demo device. This involved creating a new custom gripper with 4th axis allowing test blocks to be picked, rotated and placed.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Responsible for assisting the Biomedical Engineering workshop with preventative maintenance, repairs and breakdown support for a range of medical devices. Completed internal product and technical training to further develop my skills and abilities to become a key support contact for the field engineering team. Completed regional, interstate, and overseas installations and service runs in a variety of clinical environments.