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Sunnyvale, California, US

Ambitiously pushing the boundaries of manufacturing technology and automation to bring these innovative and human-like robotics into scaled production.

Mansfield, MA, US

Privately held engineering consulting company Developing Full Manufacturing Execution Solutions for small and large scale operations and DFx execution.Providing automation solutions designed in SolidWorks Building the Industries of tomorrow, today

EQUITY SELL OFF: Transitioned Energy Monitor Team from Sense to Schneider.

Cambridge, Massachusetts, US

• Dynamic hands-on and results-driven Director of Manufacturing with expertise and a strong background in leading manufacturing and operations teams. Recognized for successfully establishing end-to-end manufacturing.
• Team Leadership and Strategy: Spearheaded the creation of a comprehensive manufacturing operations team, comprising manufacturing engineers, technical program managers, supply chain specialists, and logistics managers..
• Project Management Excellence: Established company practices for project proposals, ongoing project budgeting, resource prioritization, and risk mitigation, particularly for New Product Introduction (NPI) projects. Led.
• Software Systems Implementation: Successfully implemented software systems for PLM, PDM, RMA, and Inventory management.
• Supply Chain Management: Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers and contract manufacturers, negotiating favorable terms and ensuring a dependable supply chain.
• Scaling Operations: Successfully established manufacturing operations for a "software" startup in the consumer electronics sector, scaling production from ground zero and achieving rapid growth. Creating all required.

Cambridge, MA, US

• Product Development Excellence: Co-led the development of a groundbreaking flagship product, steering it from concept to mass production, exceeding expectations for cost-effectiveness, performance, and timing. Focused.
• Engineering Infrastructure: Established the engineering infrastructure from the ground up, transforming it into a high-performing New Product Introduction (NPI) structure capable of engaging with global suppliers and.
• Prototype to Production: Conceptualized, designed, and launched prototype, pilot, and mass production assembly lines and processes in tandem with the collaborative product design process, ensuring alignment with.
• Quality and APQP Leadership: Implemented a robust Quality Management System and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) culture, along with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and processes, enabling efficient.
• Supplier Management: Played a pivotal role in selecting global strategic suppliers and negotiating with them, along with Contract Manufacturers, to secure components, tooling, and pricing for volume production.
• Team Building: Built a highly skilled team, comprising design engineers, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, engineering technicians, supply chain agents, and program managers, propelling the organization from.

North Reading, MA, US

• A seasoned Mechanical Technical Lead, specializing in the development of robotic vehicle products. Proven expertise in guiding technical operations, from new product conception to production ramp-up, with a focus on.
• New Product Development: Played a pivotal role as a key contributor to the new product development team, providing daily guidance on cost analysis, manufacturability assessment, process optimization, technological.
• Prototyping and Production Support: Provided hands-on support for engineering prototype builds, pilot production, and resolution of systemic production issues, ensuring seamless transition from concept to production.
• Design for Manufacturing (DFM): Led cross-functional design reviews to promote early focus on Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles, optimizing product design for efficient production.
• Global Supply Chain Management: Developed suppliers to meet stringent manufacturing robustness standards, incorporating key practices such as PPAP, SPC, Gauge R & R, and other documentation and studies.
• Tooling and Molds Expertise: Led the coordination and support for all new vendor tooling and molds, conducting detailed design reviews to consider tool cost, maintenance, lifespan, process risks, and adaptability for.

Westborough, MA, US

• (Company Closure – China Acquisition)
• Large Format Battery Development: Spearheaded the development of large-scale energy solutions for electric vehicle battery packs, collaborating with OEM manufacturers like SAAB and others. Responsible for defining and.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked closely with the Operations and Global Supply Chain teams, contributing as a core member of the NPI team. Ensured the manufacturability and assembly readiness of products, serving.
• Contract Manufacturer Partnership: Acted as the primary liaison between Boston Power and contract manufacturers. Led assembly process development, documentation, and technical training.
• Design Package Handoff: Assumed responsibility for the seamless handoff of design packages from the product development team to the contract manufacturer, ensuring a clear and effective transfer of technical information.
• Production Issue Resolution: Managed contract manufacturers to resolve production issues and ensure on-time builds during the NPI stage, up to volume production. Audited contract manufacturer process control techniques.

Framingham, Massachusetts, US

• Experienced Global Supplier Engineer IV and Six Sigma Black Belt with a focus on Mechanical and Emerging Business Supplier Engineering Management. Demonstrated expertise in supplier development, commodity-specific.
• Process Audits: Successfully conducted process audits at supplier sites worldwide to assess capability and ensure compliance with TS16949 standards.
• Sub-tier Supplier Management: Drove efforts to scale suppliers and improve sub-tier supplier management practices, fostering a stronger supply chain.
• Transducer Commodities: Managed Transducer commodities for Bose Automotive division, serving as a project leader for launching new programs with current suppliers. Supported pilot, prototype, and SOP builds and served.
• Global Supplier Engagement: Traveled to Europe and Asia to identify new suppliers and technologies to support the mechanical and emerging business segments at Bose, expanding the global supplier network.
• New Product Introduction: Promoted a team approach to manage and coordinate New Product Introduction (NPI) at supplier facilities, facilitating successful launches

Framingham, Massachusetts, US

• I held a pivotal role as the primary technical lead and manager in a core competency cost center. My leadership extends to a team of eight technicians responsible for supporting a 24x7 fully robotic automated speaker.
• Team Leadership: Effectively manage and lead a team of eight skilled technicians, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence in a critical cost center.
• Automated Manufacturing: Oversee a 24x7 fully automated speaker cone manufacturing system, ensuring uninterrupted production and optimal efficiency.
• Financial Responsibility: Share a significant fiscal responsibility of $3.5 million with the Operations Manager, demonstrating a commitment to budgetary control and resource optimization.
• Process Optimization: Drive continuous improvement by implementing process enhancements, reducing downtime, and increasing production capacity to meet growing demands.
• Root Cause Analysis: Develop and implement new procedures to address root cause failures, minimizing disruptions and enhancing overall system reliability.

• As a Principal Manufacturing Engineer and certified Six Sigma Black Belt, I have consistently delivered innovation and efficiency in assembly techniques for new products. I conceptualized assembly methods and crafted.
• Design for Manufacturability: I played a vital role as a key member of concurrent engineering design teams, ensuring that new product designs were inherently manufacturable.
• Six Sigma Leadership: Contributed significantly to multiple Six Sigma projects and assumed the role of a Six Sigma Black Belt, leading a project from inception to successful completion.
• Jigs, Fixtures, and Prototypes: I conceptualized, designed, and implemented jigs, fixtures, and prototype assembly machines during product development or launch phases, streamlining processes and optimizing productivity.
• Data Acquisition System: Implemented a comprehensive Data Acquisition (DAQ) system using OPC connectivity and a third-party SPC package, delivering real-time feedback on product and process capabilities. Pioneered the.
• Quality and Compliance: Authored Design Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (DFMEAs), Process Flow Charts, and Control Plans in compliance with APQP directives, ensuring adherence to quality standards.

• As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, I specialize in conceptualizing, designing, and implementing high-speed automated systems for internal use. My expertise lies in utilizing Pro/Engineer (Pro/E) to create.
• Innovative Machinery Design: Conceptualized, designed, and executed high-speed automated systems using Pro/E, significantly enhancing internal operations.
• Efficient Changeovers: Specialized in designing machines with the capability for swift product changeovers, reducing downtime and enhancing productivity.
• Automation Control: Proficiently programmed PLCs and touch screen interfaces to control assembly systems, ensuring seamless and precise operation.
• New Product Line: Developed and implemented a new die-struck product line, expanding the company's product portfolio and market reach.
• Strategic Planning: Contributed to the development of company strategy by presenting new product ideas to management, aligning product development efforts with organizational goals.

• As a Manufacturing Engineer, I specialize in the development, design, and implementation of automated systems for internal use. My role involves modifying existing equipment through justified capital investments to.
• Automated System Development: Developed, designed, and implemented new automated systems, contributing to enhanced internal processes.
• Equipment Modification: Successfully modified existing equipment through well-justified capital investments, improving operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Integration Expertise: Proficiently integrated PLCs, pneumatics, sensors, encoders, and linear systems to optimize dynamic tooling, increasing precision and productivity.
• Innovative Assembly Techniques: Conceptualized advanced assembly techniques for new products, even during the solid modeling stages, streamlining the manufacturing process.
• ISO9000 Documentation: Generated and maintained manufacturing documentation in adherence to ISO9000 standards, ensuring compliance and quality.

• As an Engineer in the Business and Engineering Planning group, I specialized in maintaining a continually expanding, fully integrated planning schedule utilizing ARTEMIS. My role involved developing intricate programs.
• Integrated Planning: Managed and expanded a comprehensive, integrated planning schedule using ARTEMIS, ensuring seamless coordination of engineering and business activities.
• Program Development: Designed and implemented complex programs to streamline data input and maintenance processes for both my discipline and other planning teams, optimizing efficiency.
• Concurrent Engineering: Completed concurrent engineering courses, acquiring valuable skills that I applied as a department representative for various design and build teams, facilitating cross-functional collaboration.

Project Engineer on Government DOD contracts acquired from the Waltham Clock Co. purchase: To Foster the Acquisition, I, along with one Allard executive, developed and executed a six month factory closing and transition plan to maximize the use of Waltham’s assets and minimize project interruption. Maintained and modified the automated equipment acquired.

Bsme, Mechanical Engineering

Six Sigma Black Belt