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Spokane, Wa, Us

Spokane-Coeur D'Alene Area

Coeur D'Alene, Idaho, Us

Hands on technical leadership and management of a multi-discipline engineering team (mechanical, mechatronics, firmware/SW, process/integration/test, program management, systems architects) to conceive, develop and deploy cutting edge semiconductor equipment and processing technologies.Engineering management responsibilities include definition and execution of technical roadmaps, talent recruitment and retention, definition and management of capital and human resource budgets, project KPI definition, schedule tracking and regular reporting to broad audiences including customers, investors, C-level management, and board of directors.Technical leadership responsibilities include market analysis studies to determine customer requirements and make strategic direction decisions, feasibility studies to guide product and process innovations, identification, qualification and management of key supply chain relationships, definition of product and process requirements (module and equipment specifications, process CTQ/KPI) to guide successful completion of project milestones, participation in generation of intellectual property and IP enforcement strategies.Experienced working with global suppliers, customers, and contract manufacturers. Demonstrated successful deployment of new technologies across multiple manufacturing sites (USA, Europe, Asia).Successfully lead multiple generations of equipment builds to support production of miniLED product applications (Direct Emission Displays, TV Backlight, Automotive Applications, Keyboard and Logo Lighting). Strong knowledge of advanced mechatronics to enable processes that require millisecond timing and micron level accuracies.Demonstrated proficiency with specification of linear motion systems, machine vision and laser processing applications.

Coeur D'Alene, Idaho, Us

Led process development team through the early stages of Rohinni’s technology development. Responsibilities included identification, procurement, and process development and qualification of upstream/downstream processing equipment (stencil printing, SPI/AOI inspection, reflow, rework, test, and failure analysis).Performed DOEs to determine critical process parameters and define working process windows. Presented these findings to customers regularly during the project cycle and acted as the point of contact during initial production ramp.Documentation of standard operating process and procedures to enable successful technology transfer to CM sites.When existing equipment did not meet the process requirements, defined equipment specifications, performed vendor selection, and managed equipment build from commissioning to deployment at CM sites.Possesses application knowledge of PCB design, stencil design, stencil printing, incoming quality inspection, in process inspection (SPI/AOI), reflow, rework, material handling systems (robotic loading, conveyor, custom tooling design) for miniLED/microLED SMT applications. Possesses process engineering knowledge to identify KPIs, utilize data analysis, failure analysis, root cause/corrective action to realize final process yields >99.999% over millions of operations, that will sustain in a mass production environment.

Radnor , Pa, Us

Identified, explored, and developed new and innovative processes and technologies in order to gain and maintain an industry leadership position in thermoplastic composite manufacturing for aerospace applications.Worked with sales and marketing, customers, and suppliers to commercialize new design and process formulations.Investigated and maintained knowledge of current emerging technologies and understanding of the market competition. Performed research, design, and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods, and use of production equipment.Responsible for managing the entire capital equipment acquisition process from concept generation through installation and buyoff. Possesses the ability to calculate and present ROI’s to key decision makers throughout the organization.Developed and maintained records and notes on design, test, process and resulting intellectual property with the intent of patent application. Experienced in the core design and development process including the documentation and record retention procedures required for protection of intellectual property. Demonstrated proficiency in CATIA V4 and V5.

Radnor , Pa, Us

Developed and implemented manufacturing processes in an aerospace composites facility.Maximized process efficiencies by analyzing equipment layout, workflow, assembly methods and work force utilization.Organized and ran Lean events to maximize process efficiency. Conducted operational studies to optimize manufacturing work cell layouts.Coordinated with planning and cell managers to identify potential problem areas and to develop corrective action plans.Participated in design reviews for Design for Manufacturing (DFM), end item part design and tooling design reviews.Performed designed experiments to identify potential causes of variation.Possesses a deep understanding of composites and their manufacturing processes. Specific processes include out of autoclave manufacture of thermoset materials, compression molding of thermoplastic composites, rotational molding of thermoplastics and various other trim and assembly operations.

Identified tooling requirements for new and existing work statements.Performed design of various tooling to support composites manufacturing. Specific examples would include forming tools, saw fixtures, holding fixtures, assembly jigs and inspection fixtures.Detail modeled and created 3D Model Based Definition (MBD) datasets using CATIA V4/V5 including application of appropriate GD&T when necessary.Documented and conveyed tool design manufacturing plans, developed engineering drawings (assembly and manufacture), created BOM's and organized tooling component procurement activities. Presented program management with Make/Buy recommendations for each tooling component.Programed and operated CNC equipment to support emergent tooling needs.Programed and operated additive manufacturing (3D printing) equipment to support tooling component builds.Identified and developed new tooling technologies, with a focus on cost reduction.Supported design and process engineering in providing tooling feasibility reviews.

Created N/C programs for the manufacture of composite aerospace components.

Bothell, Wa, Us

Responsible for the mechanical design and electronics packaging of professional audio equipment.Strong knowledge of injection molding and sheet metal part design.Managed procurement and assembly of prototype designs.