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Westford, MA, US
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Westford, Massachusetts, United States, United States
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About Doug Huston
Experienced Project Manager with 12+ years managing projects. Combined with 20+ years of experience in robotics and automation and 3D printing projects. I am detail-oriented and adapt to changing project requirements quickly. I am well-versed in industrial robotics, leadership, and safety standards. I am a hands-on, eager-to-learn person who is looking for a challenging role. My past projects range from multi-system industrial robotic workcells, R and D, lean manufacturing, application engineering, mechanical design, electrical design, welding, 3D printing, machine vision, and PLCs.
Doug Huston's Current Company Details
Vulcanforms Inc.
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Senior Mechatronics Engineer
Westford, MA, US
- Website:
- vulcanforms.com
- Employees:
- 178
Doug Huston Work Experience Details
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Senior Mechatronics EngineerVulcanforms Inc.Westford, Ma, Us
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Sr. Manager Machine Build, Maintenance, FacilitiesVulcanforms Inc. Feb 2024 - PresentDevens, Massachusetts, Us
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Manager Of Machine Build/ MaintenanceVulcanforms Inc. Jul 2023 - Feb 2024Devens, Massachusetts, UsProven Technical Project Manager/ Engineer and Leader. My skills include leading teams through all phases of the project life cycle, problem-solving, and risk management while maintaining a strong understanding of the technical details of robotic and manufacturing equipment.
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Senior Mechatronics EngineerVulcanforms Inc. Mar 2023 - Jul 2023Devens, Massachusetts, UsAssisted in the design, development and enhancement of electro-mechanical 3D printing systems.Created automated systems and the software to control them.Conducted research, documented findings, and presented reports at meetings.Led the electrical print redesign of the new generation machine as well as leading vendor management for electrical design.Designed wire delivery systems for complex 3d printing machines.
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Robot Safety Committee MemberAnsi/Ria R15.08 Industrial Mobile Robots Jul 2022 - PresentCommittee member to revise, maintain and update the ANSI/RIA 15.08.
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Robot Safety Committee MemberAnsi/Ria R15.06 Robot Safety Committee Jan 2013 - PresentCommittee member to revise, maintain and update the ANSI/RIA 15.06 Robot safety document and provide input to the International Robot Safety Standard ISO 10218.
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Principal Robotics EngineerVeo Robotics, Inc. Feb 2023 - Mar 2023Waltham, Massachusetts, Us -
Senior Application Design EngineerVeo Robotics, Inc. Sep 2021 - Jan 2023Waltham, Massachusetts, Us• Design of workcells with 3D vision systems to safeguard the space with dynamic speed and separation monitoring (SSM) in accordance with ISO 13849 for PLd category 3 and ANSI RIA 15.606 for Collaborative Robots.• Develop product requirements that allow easy integration of Veo’s products within the factory automation infrastructure.• Build prototype engines for Veo's flagship product, Freemove.• Lead interdisciplinary meetings to develop workcell allocation plans and identify potential pitfalls in scheduling. • Championed the installation of electrical panels for industrial workcells.• Collaborated with the appointed display house to design, and create a 20'x 30' trade show booth.• Conduct detailed risk assessments by analyzing workcell safety.• Proficient with top industrial robot manufacturers such as Fanuc, Yaskawa, Kuka, and ABB.
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Lean Project ManagerGeneral Grind & Machine Oct 2020 - Sep 2021Aledo, Illinois, Us• Created the Lean, and 5S programs for General Grind. • Implemented an effective Lean Manufacturing program for a multi-million dollar machine shop.• Oversaw the installation and collection of data from machine monitoring software.• Built an effective team with the plan to train my replacement to lead the group.• Led machinery re-location across 4 buildings. (150,000 sqft)• Created 15 workcells, which reduced operational overhead by 8% to 15% per workcell.• Implemented Lean and 5S to improve production rates on startup by 50%.• Experience leading and managing people, departments, and organizations.• Perform workplace audits and streamline processes to ensure the sustainability of the Lean Program.• Assessed the current state of production and root cause analysis for production.• Led weekly problem-solving meetings that defined potential areas for improvements. -
Technical Project ManagerGeneral Grind & Machine Jan 2018 - Oct 2020Aledo, Illinois, Us• Lead an interdisciplinary team from conception to completion on a 4 million dollar robotics project.• Managed weekly status meetings with management and external vendors.• Designed an effective workcell in accordance with ISO 10218 and RIA 15.06 robotic safety standard that reduced part handling for operators by 50%.• Designed cellular machine layouts to reduce operator costs• Reduced cell costs by 50%, saving General Grind $350,000 in capital equipment cost.• Implemented Lean manufacturing principles that allowed the operators to remain at their workstation, increasing production and reducing setup times.• Conducted risk assessments in accordance with ANSI B11 safety standards.• Installed and constructed a machine tending workcell: • 350 kg Fanuc robot with a travel range of 64 feet • Allen Bradley controls • Tool change grippers to handle 6 part varieties • Automated inspection • Twin spindle induction heat treat • Raw forgings to finished part with no operator handling• Managed third-party vendors.• Secured contracts for the electrical and control system.• Programmed Fanuc robots and devices which reduced startup costs by 15%.• Created training materials and instructed team members on how to use the machinery.• Reduced part cost for 2 part numbers. Operations were reduced from six operations into one operation.
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Automotive/ Industrial Project ManagerGenesis Systems Jun 2016 - Jan 2018Davenport, Iowa, Us• Successfully managed several concurrent projects totaling over $13M on average.• Consistently met financial, delivery, and customer satisfaction goals during the life cycle of projects.• Led and coordinated activities with design, procurement, manufacturing technicians, application engineering, tooling, training, and service to support customer needs.• Continuously managed all processes related to scope, time, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk, procurement, and stakeholders across multiple concurrent projects.• Mentored and trained technicians and application engineers on current processes.• Responsible for managing activities associated with the sale, build, final acceptance, change orders, and delivery of the robot systems. • Communicated weekly with customers on timelines, project updates, build status, and financial status of projects. -
Automation EngineerGeneral Grind & Machine Oct 2015 - Jun 2016Aledo, Illinois, Us• Secured contract for a $300,000 robotic cell.• Managed a multidisciplinary team to install 3.5 million dollars in machine tools.• Automated a manual gun drill for robotic automation, which reduced the capital equipment cost by 10%.• Managed external contractors for machinery installation, electrical installation, rigging, and delivery.• Installed 48 feet of robot transport unit with a 210 kg Fanuc robot.• Automated a 1960 CNC grinder.• Set up and programmed a custom 2D robotic guidance system for partintroduction.• Designed custom part introduction stands and racks to work in conjunction with the robotic guidance system. This design allowed for a 25% reduction in load times due to the rack design features. • Successfully completed factory acceptance at the integrator site as well as General Grind.• Conducted lesson-learned meetings with proven results.• Enjoyed the training of operators.
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Aerospace/ Industrial Project ManagerGenesis Systems Group Jun 2012 - Oct 2015Davenport, Iowa, Us• Demonstrated proven project management practices to deliver multi-million dollar projects on time, while delivering great customer satisfaction. • The customer base ranged from industrial dock plates to Boeing and Airbus. • Ensured timely reporting of costs, schedule, quality, and contract administration.• Created project update reports for customers.• Identified and mitigated project risk by daily system review with the project team.• Prepared detailed project schedules, expenditure estimates, and resource plans for internal teams.• Approved designs, design changes, and conduct final robotic system review.
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Technical AdvisorGenesis Systems Group Mar 2011 - Jun 2012Davenport, Iowa, Us• Developed critical documentation for new products.• Selected appropriate vision, welding, automation, and robotic equipment for projects.• Assisted team members with project activities and product selection of automation equipment.• Coordinated project automation and component purchases.• Advised the project management team and the application engineering team on new products.• Reduced erroneous vision and welding torch orders by 50%.
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Process Engineer R And DGenesis Systems Group Jan 2010 - Mar 2011Davenport, Iowa, Us• Provided process development and application support for the Razorjet project.• Programmed offline simulation with RobotMaster and Mastercam Software.• Created a high-precision robotic abrasive waterjet.• Created a seamless touch sensing solution from offline to real-world with accuracy down to .003".• Collaborated with a diverse team of engineers to design and build a high-accuracy robotic abrasive waterjet system.Collaborated to develop a self calibrating robotic system using Renishaw probe.Proficient in Kuka robotic programming, Allen Bradley Controls, and Sick Safety controllers.
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Advanced Technology SpecialistGenesis Systems Group Oct 2009 - Jan 2010Davenport, Iowa, Us• Involved with selection, procurement, startup, debugging, and support of robotic vision systems.• Performed an in-depth analysis of potential vision applications prior to quoting to ensure adequate risk reduction for the project.• Detailed reports were provided to the customer and sales for the customer demo.• Designed and built a world-class vision lab for testing and training internal and external trainees.• Created the required vision training documents.• Developed the PLC Lab to advance project timelines by allowing PLC testing before projects were completed.
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Application EngineerGenesis Systems Group Mar 2008 - Oct 2009Davenport, Iowa, Us• In charge of robotic welding workcell startups, debugging, and support.• Setup of spot welding, plasma cutting, PLC's, MIG welders, and robotic systems to customer specifications.• Followed the project charter to engineer custom robotic systems.• Performed customer runoffs at Genesis facility as well as the customer facility.• Provided customer support for up to a year after the project was completed.• Documented best practices and common pitfalls.• Provided a detailed quality audit on the completion of the projects.• Deployed robotic automation across the continental United States, Canada, Russia, and Mexico.
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Build TechnicianGenesis Systems Group Mar 2005 - Mar 2008Davenport, Iowa, Us• Performed mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, pneumatic assembly, and hydraulic assembly.• Led project builds on multi-cell robotic automation lines.• Provided detailed red-line documentation during the robotic system build.• Installed robotic automation across the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico.
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Crew ManagerEastern Iowa Landscape Apr 2003 - Mar 2005As the crew leader, I lead multiple crews, ran building, tool, and shop maintenance. I assisted with material delivery and supplies for jobs. I have led several large projects ranging from 20' by 30' pond installations to 400-foot-long retaining walls. The highlight of my position was doing trade shows for the area lawn and garden shows that were attended by thousands of local people.
Doug Huston Skills
Robotics
Automation
Machine Vision
Manufacturing
Plc
Troubleshooting
Plc Programming
Welding
Engineering
Lean Manufacturing
5s
Machine Tools
Manufacturing Engineering
Robot
Continuous Improvement
Fanuc
Hmis
Solidworks
Product Development
Robotic Systems
Documentation
Kuka
Doug Huston Education Details
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Muscatine Community CollegeHoriculture
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Doug Huston attended Muscatine Community College.
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