The document provides an overview of a project engineering and management professional with over 25 years of experience managing industrial automation and material handling projects. Key skills include planning, executing, and monitoring projects; effective communication; and technical expertise in mechanical engineering, automation equipment, and software applications. Relevant work history includes positions as a project manager, project engineer, supervisor, and designer on projects in various industries such as automotive, distribution, and manufacturing.

1. Project Engineering and Management Professional<br />Profile Overview<br />Seasoned project engineer who successfully manages industrial automation and material handling applications from concept development through post-installation support. Analytical and focused on balancing the requirements, priorities, and preferences of all stakeholders in order to identify and lead the path to a successful outcome. Reliable, methodical, perseverant project leader who also contributes to corporate progress and profitability by initiating and directing cost-reduction strategies, improving products, and streamlining operational procedures.<br />Core Competencies <br />Managerial Talents:<br />Planning / executing / monitoring project objectives“Value-added” approach to analysis and decisionsCoordination and leadership of project teamsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsBuilding strong customer and supplier relationshipsHigh degree of engineering aptitude and creativity<br />Technical Expertise:<br />Mechanical engineering and process development of automated assembly and material handling applications including robotic workcells, custom assembly tooling, powertrain production lines, and automated guided vehicle (AGV) transport systemsHigh level of expertise in numerous software applications used to establish system configuration, design tooling and machinery, create / monitor project schedules, and track / analyze project financialsSupport of proposal and sales efforts in developing project specifications, preparing bid packages, assessing supplier quotes, and delivering customer presentationsDiverse range of knowledge and experience throughout a variety of industries<br />Professional Experience <br />Burton IndustriesGoodrich, MIProject ManagerJuly 2010 – July 2011<br />Successfully provided overall project leadership for automated material handling, assembly, and test systems<br />Functioned as primary point-of-contact for customer, guided technical direction of project, managed schedule / finances / labor requirements, procured necessary equipment and sub-systems, directed external engineering and manufacturing sources, and supervised installation of equipment into customer’s facility<br />Consistently delivered systems which not only met specifications, schedules, and budgets, but exceeded expectations in terms of providing value to the customer’s operations<br />Point person for producing sales quotes ranging from $100K to $2.5M which resulted in award of several projects<br />Frog AGV SystemsAuburn Hills, MIProject EngineerMay 2008 – Feb 2009<br />Coordinated technical activities and ensured adherence to project specifications for various portions of AGV system which provides material transport functions within heart hospital and distribution center at Cleveland Clinic<br />Participated in final acceptance testing of AGV system interfaced to automated storage and retrieval (ASR) system at Walgreen’s distribution center <br />Developed project specifications, coordinated design, manufacturing, and assembly efforts with partner companies, and performed system acceptance of assembly equipment for John Deere<br />Sanyo MachineRochester, MIProject EngineerMar 2007 - Apr 2008<br />Developed design content, supervised assembly / installation of equipment, monitored schedules and budgets, and provided progress updates to upper management for Auto Alliance powertrain assembly projects<br />Collaborated with proposal / sales personnel to develop system design concepts and bid package for Chrysler rear axle assembly project<br />Android IndustriesAuburn Hills, MIProject EngineerJune 2006 – Nov 2006<br />Responsible for design development and assembly / installation supervision on highly critical portions of Chrysler engine dress-out line which incorporated AGV transport of engine through various assembly and test operations<br />Interfaced with external suppliers to procure, install, and integrate necessary sub-systems<br />Acquired and documented knowledge of specifications / operation / maintenance of purchased sub-systems<br />Trained production personnel to operate equipment in accordance to customer specifications, process requirements, and proper safety measures<br />ABB, Inc.Auburn Hills, MIProject EngineerMar 2005 – Dec 2005<br />Provided engineering support during installation and start-up of Harley Davidson transmission assembly project<br />Primary point of contact between project manager, customer, plant personnel, and suppliers regarding resolution of all mechanical issues<br />Trained production personnel to safely and efficiently operate equipment<br />Johann A. Krause, Inc.Auburn Hills, MISupervisor–Documentation and StandardsFeb 2001–Nov 2003<br />Supervised department of engineers and technical writers producing powertrain assembly system operation and maintenance manuals<br />Acquired and disseminated information pertaining to corporate compliance with customers’ engineering standards<br />Increased efficiency of department by improving procedures and streamlining tasks<br />Represented engineering department in development / improvement of QS-9000 and ISO-14000 quality program procedures and in performance of internal compliance audits throughout all departments<br />Mechanical Design EngineerOct 1998 – Feb 2001<br />Performed design engineering functions for powertrain assembly systems<br />Initial position as design engineer evolved into position of leading company mandate to reduce engineering and manufacturing costs by standardizing mechanical components and sub-systems<br />Produced, maintained, and continuously upgraded electronic manual of standard equipment, engineering data, and departmental procedures<br />Supervised temporary contract employees and mentored college interns on various projects<br />ABB Robotics, Inc.Auburn Hills, MISenior Mechanical DesignerJune 1992 –May 1998<br />Provided innovative tooling concepts and directed development of robotic workcells and material handling applications for various industries ranging from automotive to consumer staples<br />Point of contact for mechanical engineering support during installation / start-up of equipment<br />Worked in conjunction with sales and proposal group to develop bid package design concepts and specifications<br />Worked within cross-departmental project teams to develop standards and procedures for engineering group, perform FMEA studies of equipment designs, and administer achievement of QS-9000 goals<br />Education<br />Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (2005)Major: Business Management Minor: FinanceOakland University - Rochester, MIAssociate of Applied Science – Engineering (1990)Major: Automated Machine DesignMacomb Community College - Warren, MI<br />Professional Advancement Training<br />Dale CarnegieAutocad Mechanical 2011QS-9000 Quality Systems AuditingAutocad Inventor 2011ISO-14000 Internal AuditingSolidworks 2010MS Project, Word, Excel, PowerPointCatia v5-R16Geometric Dimensioning and ToleranceABB Robot Programming<br />