Andrew Messer
Crystal
Summary
[Relocating to Kansas City - Summer of 2026] Engineering professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in project management, process optimization, and technical leadership. Adept at adapting to changing needs, ensuring reliability and fostering high-performance culture. Known for strategic thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication. Experienced with leading diverse engineering teams to achieve project goals efficiently. Utilizes strategic planning and process optimization to drive innovation and operational excellence. Track record of fostering collaborative environments and ensuring high standards in project execution.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Manager
Banner Engineering Corporation
Plymouth, MN
02.2019 - Current
- Manage cross functional team of Mechanical Engineers, Designers, and Controls Technicians developing automated systems, general assembly fixtures and test equipment.
- Support multiple projects simultaneously from all business units (sensors, safety, lighting, snap signal, wireless and connectivity).
- Champion continuous improvement efforts on establish lines.
- Conduct performance reviews.
- Consult on all aspects of designs delivered by team.
- Establish accurate estimates regarding timelines and cost for projects presented to team.
Manufacturing Technician
Banner Engineering Corporation
Plymouth, MN
11.2017 - 02.2019
- Continued core responsibilities of Mechanical Designer role.
- Collaborated with Manufacturing engineers on build process optimization.
- Set up and ran DOEs for various process steps.
- Assisted with product design optimization projects.
Mechanical Designer
Banner Engineering Corporation
Plymouth, MN
11.2014 - 11.2017
- Designed fixtures and automated cells of varying complexity.
- Work with manufacturing engineers to determine fixture specifications and solutions.
- Collaborate with fellow designers on large assembly line designs.
- Balance workload to ensure projects were completed in a timely manner.
- Manage tooling requirements and designs for all new and updated PCB assemblies.
- Aided in establishing new streamlined fixture documentation as well as ISO compliance.
Mechanical Designer Intern
Banner Engineering Corporation
Plymouth, MN
04.2014 - 11.2014
- Develop accurate piece part and assembly drawings.
- Assist with low level fixture designs and improvements.
- Assemble fixture and automation equipment.
Site Supervisor
Allied Barton Security Services
Minneapolis, MN
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Manage employee records and ensure that all officers are up to date on training.
- Train new hires in policies and procedures, including the use of relevant computer programs.
- Coach current employees in possible areas of improvement.
- United Health Group Account
Language Assistant/Cultural Ambassador
Auxiliares de Conversación
Madrid, Spain
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Communicate effectively with teachers and school support staff.
- Coordinate with head teachers to determine teaching objectives.
- Work with fellow language assistants to share and improve teaching techniques.
- Spain Department of Education
Education
AAS - CAD Engineering Technology
Hennepin Technical College
Brooklyn Park, MN01-2015
Graduate studies- Initial licensure program
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN01-2010
BS - Foundations of Elementary Education
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN01-2009
Skills
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Project management
- Automation and fixture design
- Coaching and mentoring
- Proficient in CAD design
- PDM
- 3D printing
- Design of experiment
- Strategic planning
- Leadership
- Workload management
Timeline
Engineering Manager
Banner Engineering Corporation
02.2019 - Current
Manufacturing Technician
Banner Engineering Corporation
11.2017 - 02.2019
Mechanical Designer
Banner Engineering Corporation
11.2014 - 11.2017
Mechanical Designer Intern
Banner Engineering Corporation
04.2014 - 11.2014
Site Supervisor
Allied Barton Security Services
01.2012 - 01.2014
Language Assistant/Cultural Ambassador
Auxiliares de Conversación
01.2011 - 01.2012
BS - Foundations of Elementary Education
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Graduate studies- Initial licensure program
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
AAS - CAD Engineering Technology
Hennepin Technical College