Proven Experience: 3-5 custom automation machines as principal or lead engineer; Cell layout and simulation; Linear motion systems consisting of ball-screws, linear ways and servo motors; Pick-and-place processes including feeder and gripper development; Work-holding development for fixed applications and transfer systems; Process development including: Fastening; Plastic joining such as ultrasonic welding; Laser processes such as welding or trimming; Welding and brazing; Soldering including laser or selective; Metal working processes such as cutting, shearing, machining, crimping or forming; Hazard evaluation and safety system design; Design and development of precision weldments, tooling and advanced alignment and work-holding technologies; Equipment commissioning, debug, or startup in a production or customer environment. Additional Skills: Sizing and selecting servo motors and drive components; Self-aligning design principles; Basic understanding of robotics, servo motion systems, PLC based automation, and industrial controls integration; Machine vision systems, industrial cameras, lighting, and inspection applications; Familiarity with Beckhoff PLCs and robots made by Epson, Fanuc or ABB; BOM management and revision control; Tolerancing & design evaluation for tolerance stack-up, clearance and fit; Design for manufacturability; PFMEA; FEA; Knowledge of machine shop practices, including CNC milling, CNC turning, welding, grinding, and heat treatment.