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Cambridge, On, Ca

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

Listowel, On

Actively engaged in and oversee all phases of design and manufacturing in a start-up Cleantech feed/food equipment manufacturing company, with an emphasis on biofuels. Expert in applied research, simulation, and validation with a passion for complex problem solving and critical thinking. Managed several major projects concurrently, including the WTC Trade Accelerator Program, Canada Digital Adoption Plan, and Innovation Guelph i.d.e.a. Fund. Working with direct reports and external team members… Show more Actively engaged in and oversee all phases of design and manufacturing in a start-up Cleantech feed/food equipment manufacturing company, with an emphasis on biofuels. Expert in applied research, simulation, and validation with a passion for complex problem solving and critical thinking. Managed several major projects concurrently, including the WTC Trade Accelerator Program, Canada Digital Adoption Plan, and Innovation Guelph i.d.e.a. Fund. Working with direct reports and external team members and partners to develop innovative products that satisfy market demand and are on budget. Acting in roles of Vice-President and Product Manager, hands-on and bootstrapped growth with a new and innovative product. Critical in decision making on company direction, export strategy, dealer management, sales processes, and customer support. Managing direct reports, partners, consultants, industry experts, and funding agencies in executing company vision. Show less

Member of a team responsible for the design and assembly of log loaders for the forestry industry.Involved in the design of static and dynamic structures (frame components), hydraulic systems (layout and component selection), engine installation components, and systems controls design. Final parts drawings include detailed manufacturing instructions and weldment notes. Personally accountable for development of control system and programming on new prototype machine. Major focus on cost and… Show more Member of a team responsible for the design and assembly of log loaders for the forestry industry.Involved in the design of static and dynamic structures (frame components), hydraulic systems (layout and component selection), engine installation components, and systems controls design. Final parts drawings include detailed manufacturing instructions and weldment notes. Personally accountable for development of control system and programming on new prototype machine. Major focus on cost and noise reduction initiatives in a very competitive marketplace. Show less

Brampton, On

Installation and troubleshooting support of semi-solid aluminum casting system (1000 TON). Design and fabrication of research tooling including test fixtures and machinery. Support of prototype builds working with OEM clients, process engineers, and lab technicians. Design and execution of advanced steel process research. Complete materials testing including ASTM E8 tensile tests, Vickers microhardness, microcracks, weld measurement, and coating/corrosion testing.

Cambridge, On

Two terms of 4 months - stamping department and materials conveyance.Worked in a dynamic engineering team to support the debut of Lexus production in North America. Provided leadership in major conveyance system changes in the materials department. Given extensive responsibility in managing over 80 projects with minimal supervision. Constantly interacting with contractors, shop supervisors, and management during project implementation. Supported process analysis and improvements for… Show more Two terms of 4 months - stamping department and materials conveyance.Worked in a dynamic engineering team to support the debut of Lexus production in North America. Provided leadership in major conveyance system changes in the materials department. Given extensive responsibility in managing over 80 projects with minimal supervision. Constantly interacting with contractors, shop supervisors, and management during project implementation. Supported process analysis and improvements for production ramp-up activities (robot tooling redesign). Completed datum location theory training in an assembly engineering context. Show less