Practical Engineering That Solves Real Production Problems
I help manufacturers fix bottlenecks, improve reliability, and reduce cost—by implementing solutions that work in real production environments, not just on paper.
Built on Real Manufacturing Experience
Most engineering solutions look good in theory.
I focus on what actually works on the production floor.
My background combines hands-on manufacturing with engineering and program leadership—so every solution is designed to be built, maintained, and sustained under real operating conditions.
Experience That Translates to Results
In my current work with RTX, I’ve supported complex programs where performance, reliability, and deadlines are critical.
My role has included both design engineering and program-level responsibility as a Control Account Manager—balancing technical decisions with cost, schedule, and delivery pressure.
Before that, I worked with Caterpillar Inc., supporting large-scale equipment design and manufacturing improvements.
I’ve designed solutions that:
- Reduced component count by 28%
- Reduced cost by 65%
- Improved manufacturability and maintenance
How I Approach Problems
When evaluating a problem, I don’t stop at “Will this work?”
I look deeper:
- Can this be built consistently?
- Will it hold up in production?
- What’s likely to fail six months from now?
That approach comes from years of working directly with manufacturing teams, troubleshooting issues on the floor, and implementing solutions that improve reliability without slowing production.
What I Do
I focus on solving production problems that impact cost, quality, and delivery.
This often includes:
- Fixing production bottlenecks
- Improving tooling and fixtures
- Increasing automation reliability
- Performing root cause failure analysis
- Improving manufacturability (DFM)
- Reducing cost through design simplification
Focused on Practical Results
My work is centered on improvements that make a measurable difference:
- Higher first-pass yield
- Reduced defects and rework
- Improved production throughput
- Lower cost and simpler designs
- More reliable equipment and processes
The goal is always the same:
make systems more reliable, easier to run, and less costly to maintain.
Who I Typically Work With
I typically work with small to mid-size manufacturers who need to solve production problems quickly—without long integrator timelines or overcomplicated solutions.
Why I Do This Work
I enjoy working on problems where there isn’t an obvious answer—those are usually the ones that create the biggest improvements.