ANDREW GRILLOS
Andrew Grillos Fly Fishing
Bozeman,MT
1
Certification
26
years of professional experience
To work in a design engineering role utilizing my extensive experience with 3D modeling software, my experience as a cryogenic design engineer, the communication skills from my clinical psychology education, and my work ethic gained from owning my own outfitting business.
Work History
Custom Design Engineer
8 Years 6 Months- Collaborated with sales team and customers to modify turnkey products and design new accessories for customers’ experimental needs in quantum computing research.
- Modify existing products, which can sell for over $200k per unit, to meet customers’ specs.
- Adapted existing products, valued over $200k each, to align with specific customer specifications.
- Design high-precision assemblies for manufacture with a short prototyping phase.
- Produced accurate shop drawings to guide the in-house machine shop in creating custom components. for turnkey research platforms
- Oversaw the creation, revision, and tracking of parts within a complex ERP system to ensure accuracy. with complex ERP program.
- Reviewed and approved all sales transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and standards, repair, and warranty job that passes through the company.
Owner / Operator
25 Years 7 Months- Offered the highest level of personalized, customer-oriented, fly-fishing trips in multiple states and internationally. Maintaining an industry presence based on a solid reputation, extended professional contacts, and strong personal relations. Stopped providing guiding services to focus on industry relationships., however still connected to the industry.
- Cultivated relationships with over 200 personal clients and established new contacts with multiple outfitters.
- Contributed to product development for Simms, Scott Fly Rods, and Hatch Reels, enhancing product offerings and market relevance.
- Highly motivated to continue growing my presence as an industry leading fly designer.
- Exhibited commitment to advancing reputation within the fly design industry. to continue growing my presence as an industry leading fly designer.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Specialization: Clinical and counseling psychology.
Skills
Global customer engagement
Design for manufacture expertise
Design for manufacture (DFM) expert
Design for manufacture
Technical report writing
Innovative design solutions
3D printing expertise
Product testing experience
Global tech experience
Additive manufacturing techniques
Creative problem solving
Project management
Accomplishments
- Assessed production processes and improved preventive measures
- Montana's Only Certified SolidWorks Expert (CSWE)
- Achieved a significant increase in the field strength of a popular electromagnet add-on product by completing a critical analysis of design flaws and limitations, with common-sense analysis of areas for crucial improvement
Certification
Certified SolidWorks expert (CSWE)
Interests
Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
like trail running
fly fishing
Running Ultra marathons
Hiking
I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities.
Regularly practice mindfulness and meditation for overall wellness.
Yoga
Gym Workouts
I participate in various sports activities for physical activity
camaraderie
and personal growth.
Timeline
Custom Design Engineer
Montana Instruments
02.2018 - CurrentRead More
Owner / Operator
Andrew Grillos Fly Fishing
01.2001 - CurrentRead More
Western State Colorado University
Bachelor of Arts from Clinical Psychology
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Montana State University
Bachelor of Science from Mechanical Engineering
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