Canada
Staff Robotics Hardware Engineer with 15+ years of extensive experience in robotics, automation and machine design. Designed, tested and validated various types and sizes of robots from gantry to 6-axis series manipulator including a multitude of end of arm tools. Designed numerous automation cells and injection molding machines from the ground up. Demonstrated creativity and innovation through numerous patents.
Led a dynamic team of senior and junior engineers focused on designing custom machinery to meet clients needs. Managed numerous projects simultaneously through various stages of development from design, to manufacturing and assembly, to validation and commissioning, and lastly to service. • Conducted risk assessments for new machines and redesigned components to minimize hazards by adding control measures such as guards, labels, PPE, etc. • Conducted FMEAs with design, assembly & service teams to reduce or eliminate potential issues • Presented monthly project updates to upper management and board members • Supervised and approved detailed drawings, pneumatic and hydraulic schematics, assembly drawings and procedures • Organized team building events for the entire engineering group
Applied the principles of engineering, physics and material science for the development, design, analysis, manufacturing and maintenance of mechanical systems. Worked with suppliers, service, sales, and assembly for the successful introduction of products into a highly competitive market. • Liaised with clients to establish project requirements and specifications for custom purpose built machines. Provided design proposals to internal and external stakeholders. • Developed innovate design solutions based on customer requirements, performance goals, DFM, DFA, cost effectiveness and serviceability • Designed and created detailed drawings of mechanical components and assemblies. Independently completed and advised on FEA, calculations and simulations • Mentored junior engineers and ensured they utilized best engineering practices, adhered to industry standards and safety codes • Maintained final and development CAD files in Solidworks PDM
Designed and validated numerous sub-systems of an injection molding machine. Tested prototypes and analyzed test data to determine if the design meets the overall function and performance specifications. Worked with procurement and assembly teams to bring the product to final manufacturing and implementation stage. • Calculated linear guides and bearings safety factor (Fs) and lifetime (L10h) • Calculated ballscrew static and dynamic Fs, L10h, and temperature rise • Selected pneumatic and hydraulic valves based on flow and pressure requirements • Selected motor, gearbox and inverter based on peak and rms torque, inertia mismatch, and peak current calculations • Created detailed drawings for complex precision parts with appropriate GD&T • Created BOMs & assembly drawings with notes to facilitate proper assembly