Optimize manufacturing processes through automation and continuous improvement. Design and build new machines to reduce operation time and increase part yields.

Designed, developed and tested a low water toilet mechanism for automatic fecal and urine sample collection, urine and fecal output quantification for a medical environment.Created motion controls using Arduino, Raspberry PI, C, Matlab, and Beckhoff industrial PC.Lead team to design and develop a low water small footprint (4’x4’) bathroom with a recirculating shower system and < 1 liter per flush low water toilet.Designed small plastic enclosure with removable battery cover and unique battery retention/ejection system for a Bluetooth remote. Worked with plastic injection mold manufacturer to ensure cost effective manufacturing.

Designed and developed a wear resistant downhole rotary valve made from PCD to solve high wear, high latency and high energy problems with current downhole valve systems used in downhole tools.Designed bevel gear system, lock mechanism and index mechanism for a downhole drill bit. Created motion model and motion analysis.

Scheduled shop resources including machines, personnel, materials to complete jobs on time.Created training programs to develop machinists’ skills and confidence. Reviewed projects with machinists and listened to concerns and suggestions to improve productivity. Encouraged a collaborative team work environment.Created custom cutting tools, fixtures for part placement for machining processes.Developed system for tracking shop work orders, tooling, materials and machining progress for reporting.Provided first accurate Profit/Loss statement for shop and first recorded profit in 10 years.Developed and maintained relationships with customers and vendors to grow shop profit.

Reviewed all designs for tolerances, material and machinability.Developed Company drafting standards and formats in WF4.Lead conversion of a VTL from manual to CNC operation. Designed clamp system to prevent tool head movement during machining operations.

Lead engineering team to design and build and test a mud turbine with magnetic coupler project for downhole power generation. Solve high wear low reliability issues with seals and abrasion of current power generation systems.Designed PCD thrust bearing and developed manufacturing process to maintain concentricity and flatness, high wear resistance, and low friction for high abrasive fluids.Designed initial concept for a downhole steering system at the bit using a directional center “Stinger” cutting element to fracture the rock formation in a manner to allow for bias in the bit direction. Stress-Strain and fatigue analysis.Designed a controlled oscillating PCD valve for a downhole mud operated hammer.Awarded 11 patents for downhole tool design.

Management of Staff, inventory, and repair records.Developed and retained customer relationships and earned customer trust by providing quality service.Improved customer satisfaction through customer education of automotive systems and importance of maintenance to reduce costly future repairs.Influenced business owners to purchase Automotive Information System subscription to improve productivity and customer understanding of automotive systems. Diagnose and repair of Automobile Systems. Specialized in Engine Performance and Electrical Systems.

Design of outdoor aerial and burial modular enclosure for high speed data communications equipment Solved issues of moisture ingress into enclosure, ventilation, liquid draining, and insect nesting within enclosures.Developed seal system to allow low cost, low labor cable installation into enclosure and provide water resistance to a depth of 6 feet.Responsible for selecting materials and manufacturers for components.Worked directly with network, electrical, and manufacturing engineers both in house and outsourced to coordinate project requirements, manufacture of enclosure components, best deployment practices.Work with IP attorneys to secure patents pertaining to project.

Managed, scheduled, and trained a staff of more than 100 lifeguards.Maintained risk management records and identified potential high risks within the water park.Developed and enforced safety rules and regulations for the water park.Provided initial and in-service training to lifeguards for first aid and water rescue.Took charge of life-threatening accidents until EMS arrives.Maintained and repaired pumps, wave machine pneumatic systems, and water filtration systems.Performed general building and minor equipment maintenance.