Experience

BluePrint Automation (BPA)

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Principal Aftermarket Engineer

  • Sep 2022 - Present

  Richmond, Virginia, United States

• Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Jun 2015 - Sep 2022

  Richmond, Virginia Area



Pearson Packaging Systems

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Senior Design Engineer

  • Jun 2013 - May 2015

  Richmond, Virginia The primary responsibility of a Sr. Design Engineer is to manage teams of mechanical design engineers on a per project basis. I evaluated new projects by producing cycle analysis time studies, reviewing customer specifications, validating product samples, and developing detailed release BOMs. The team would execute my individually assigned design tasks and submit subassemblies for review. I reported project status to Project Managers and delivered complete design packages to the scheduling… Show more The primary responsibility of a Sr. Design Engineer is to manage teams of mechanical design engineers on a per project basis. I evaluated new projects by producing cycle analysis time studies, reviewing customer specifications, validating product samples, and developing detailed release BOMs. The team would execute my individually assigned design tasks and submit subassemblies for review. I reported project status to Project Managers and delivered complete design packages to the scheduling department. Additionally, I acted as a Machine Owner for the VersaPack (VP15) and Gantry Top Loader (GTL) product lines. I provided applications and sales support for all projects involving these lines, supported existing installations, and maintained standard BOMs. As the GTL Machine Owner, I designed and tested the patented Vertical Load Case Packer module with an innovative side belt tipper conveyor and sliding bottom bucket. Show less



BluePrint Automation (BPA)

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Mechanical Engineer

  • Aug 2005 - May 2013

  Richmond, Virginia • Researched and developed a compact, modular gravity packer to IP64 wash down rating for IV pouches utilizing Alpha gearboxes, AB servos, and MAC pneumatics. • Designed a variety of single and multi cell twin axis robot packaging lines with multiple product infeeds, case load balancing and orienting, product seal check systems, full case check weigh systems, articulating vacuum or gripper end effectors and toolless grade change. • Assisted in the design and detailing of the… Show more • Researched and developed a compact, modular gravity packer to IP64 wash down rating for IV pouches utilizing Alpha gearboxes, AB servos, and MAC pneumatics. • Designed a variety of single and multi cell twin axis robot packaging lines with multiple product infeeds, case load balancing and orienting, product seal check systems, full case check weigh systems, articulating vacuum or gripper end effectors and toolless grade change. • Assisted in the design and detailing of the Universal Automated Case Packer machines built for Frito Lay for both USA and Canada, developed innovative vertical pack, integrated patented case folding mechanisms, provided on-site installation support with high speed camera assisted troubleshooting and reduced air consumption and premature wear. • Provided customers with mechanical assessments and tooling upgrades for packaging equipment. • Managed complex, time sensitive projects by coordinating internal resources with customers and vendors to maintain project schedules, gather requirements and specifications, research and purchase mechanical components, track change orders, identify and document design improvements, support programmers and technicians through factory acceptance testing, problem solve, and design mechanical and robotic systems to customer specifications. • Designed mechanical components and machine guarding to meet OSHA, CSA and CE operation and safety standards for customers in the US, Canada, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, Egypt, Netherlands and China. • Assisted in the development, training, documentation, and administration of a customized Pro.File document management system and the subsequent migration to a Solidworks Enterprise PDM system with multiple site locations, workflow models, and MRP integration. Show less



Architect of the Capitol

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Engineering Aide

  • 2004 - 2004

  Rayburn House Office Bldg, Washington, District of Columbia 20515 Researched and documented existing fire protection systems for Congressional House office buildings. Designed storage and controlled access solutions for maintenance personnel. Produced cost analysis reports for drafting equipment.