• Spearheaded engineering initiatives to optimize product designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.• Led cross-functional teams in the development and implementation of innovative engineering solutions, resulting in improved product performance and customer satisfaction.• Conducted extensive research and analysis to identify areas for process improvement, resulting in cost savings and enhanced efficiency.• Collaborated with manufacturing and quality assurance teams to resolve technical issues and improve production processes.• Provided technical expertise and support to sales and marketing teams, contributing to the successful launch of new products and services.• Acted as a subject matter expert in SolidWorks applications, providing training and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.• Manages the design and engineering process on assigned projects; Refine schedules, scopes, and budgets with the project team, lead design review meetings, track design changes, and design approvals, ensure all elements of project scope are accurately designed, documented, reviewed, and distributed to the project team for use during construction.• Lead and manage the design engineering process during project development; data collection, preparation of conceptual design documents (i.e. schematics, equipment selections, preliminary drawings, scopes of work, specifications, etc.).• Support project pricing effort, qualification, use of third-party consultants, value engineering, and evaluation of life cycle.• Support project team during manufacture, commissioning, and performance phases to resolve design issues, document conditions, and ensure performance objectives are met.

Served with distinction in the Army National Guard and Navy, demonstrating leadership, discipline, and dedication to duty. Received specialized training in advance leadership, maintenance, communications / liaison skills, tactical planning and execution. Honorable discharge with the Army Commendation Medal.

• Designed and implemented automated systems to streamline manufacturing processes and increase productivity.• Conducted feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses to evaluate the implementation of automation technologies.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate automation solutions into existing manufacturing systems.• Provided technical support and troubleshooting expertise to ensure the smooth operation of automated equipment.• Implemented preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability.