About
I have a strong background in machining, machine building, and machine design. I have designed and built millions of dollars worth of automation and robotics equipment.
I can help with your automation design needs, as well as just providing drafting/detail drawing services for your existing designs.
Experience
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Machine Builder
BCS-AIS · Full-time
Aug 2021 –
Present
3 yrs 1 mos
Winona, MN, United States
I build automated assembly and inspection equipment from 2D and 3D engineering drawings/models. I troubleshoot issues while building, and provide mechanical assistance during debug and install.
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Automation Design Engineer
Ashley Furniture Industries · Full-time
Oct 2017 –
Aug 2021
3 yrs 10 mos
Arcadia, WI, United States
I concepted and designed automated and robotic equipment for the assembly of furniture. I oversaw the automation projects from initial design through successful install and startup.
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Loos Machine and Automation · Full-time
Jul 2017 –
Oct 2017
3 mos
Colby, WI, United States
I designed automated food processing equipment to be built in the shop and installed in many different customers' facilities.
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Tool and Die Machine Builder
TRW Automotive · Full-time
Aug 2013 –
Jul 2017
3 yrs 11 mos
Winona, MN, United States
I built automated assembly and inspection equipment from 2D and 3D drawings and models. I also provided mechanical assistance during debug and install of the equipment.
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Toolmaker
Fastenal · Full-time
Nov 2010 –
Aug 2013
2 yrs 9 mos
Winona, MN, United States
I programmed, setup, and ran many different CNC Mills, lathes, wire and sinker EDM machines, and grinders to make custom tooling and equipment for the production shop.
Education
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Minnesota State College Southeast
Asscociate level, Computer Aided Drafting and Design, A
2014 – 2016
2 year associates degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design.
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Minnesota State College Southeast
Diploma, Computerized Precision Machining, A
2010 – 2013
2 year precision machining diploma.