Duane O.

Experience

• Applications Engineer Tech Rim Standards · Full-time May 2012 – Present 13 yrs 9 mos Rochester Hills, MI, United States Develop, implement, and maintain automation tools and frameworks to streamline engineering and operational processes.
  Perform fishability studies (evaluating design accessibility, serviceability, and maintainability) to ensure systems and components are practical and efficient for end users.
  Build and run simulation models to predict performance, validate designs, and optimize system behavior.
  Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate automation and simulation solutions into existing workflows.
  Conduct data analysis and visualization to support decision-making.
  Provide technical documentation, training, and support for automation and simulation tools.
• Tooling and Automation Engineer Mesco · Full-time Jan 2020 – May 2024 4 yrs 4 mos Flint, MI, United States Develop, implement, and maintain automation tools and frameworks to streamline engineering and operational processes.
  
  Perform fishability studies (evaluating design accessibility, serviceability, and maintainability) to ensure systems and components are practical and efficient for end users.
  
  Build and run simulation models to predict performance, validate designs, and optimize system behavior.
  
  Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate automation and simulation solutions into existing workflows.
  
  Conduct data analysis and visualization to support decision-making.
  
  Provide technical documentation, training, and support for automation and simulation tools.
  
  Continuously evaluate new technologies and methodologies to improve efficiency and product quality
• Applications Engineer Norgren Automation Solutions · Full-time Jan 2012 – Feb 2020 8 yrs 1 mos Rochester Hills, MI, United States Develop innovative design concepts, models, and detailed drawings using CAD/CAE tools.
  Translate project requirements, specifications, and customer needs into practical design solutions.
  Conduct feasibility studies and evaluate design options for performance, cost, and manufacturability.
  Perform engineering calculations, simulations, and testing to validate design performance.
  
  Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and company guidelines.
  
  Identify risks and implement design improvements to enhance reliability and usability.