Lansing, Michigan, United States
With over five years of experience as an Automation and Software Engineer, I have honed my abilities in creating custom software solutions to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction. In various capacities, I have innovated factory automation processes, implemented plant-wide efficiency monitoring systems, and led dynamic teams in the development of valuable software applications. My experience spans multiple programming languages such as Python, Java, and JavaScript, and includes leadership roles where I've fostered lasting customer relationships and maintained faultless IT operations. Now, I'm transitioning into a career deeply rooted in my passion for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Inspired by AI's transformative potential, I've dedicated months to intensive self-guided study, mastering neural network architectures, transformer models, LLMs, and more. As demonstrated in my GitHub portfolio, I have coupled theoretical knowledge with practical experience through engaging personal projects. I'm particularly interested in how AI can revolutionize industries and empower individuals, and I'm excited to apply my skills and passion in a dynamic, innovative company where I can contribute to machine learning projects and grow professionally.
● Learned neural network architecture, PyTorch, prompt engineering, and cognitive architecture ● Worked on experimental projects utilizing large language models, transformers, and robotics ● Managed a rental property
● Hired and led a team of 4 software developers to create a new software application offering for production data logging and auditing worth $1M total ● Developed automated tools that optimized programming workflows, leading to significant time savings and enhanced code quality ● Programmed key components of cheese factory automation, collaborating with the customer to deliver high-quality, maintainable code ● Conducted training sessions for operators and prepared comprehensive documentation for the automation program, resulting in successful startup of new factory ● Served as the primary IT operations expert for production servers and clients, maintaining 100% uptime for the factory control system, troubleshooting issues, applying updates, etc
● Designed, programmed, and implemented a plant-wide system for monitoring and improving efficiency, resulting in increased throughput and reduced downtime ● Automated production reports for managers, resulting in improved visibility and decision-making ● Presented at local industry conferences and gave product demonstrations to prospective customers, acquiring new customers and boosting company revenue ● Collaborated closely with customers to define project requirements and propose tailored solutions, ensuring successful outcomes
● Improved factory automation process by integrating a new feature into the company's core automation solution that tracks device testing progress for efficient communication ● Designed, programmed, simulated, implemented, and tested industrial automation control and interface software to ensure safe, transparent, and maintainable operation
Assisted in the design, manufacture, and controls programming of a custom exoskeleton research platform