Brandon Keller
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Results-driven engineering professional with strong track record in project management and technical expertise. Adept at leading cross-functional teams and delivering projects on time and within budget. Skilled in problem-solving, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication. Known for adaptability and consistent performance in high-pressure environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Engineer
Siemens Energy
Charlotte NC
02.2025 - Current
- Lead the development of combustion components for 9000HL platform.
- Enhanced operational efficiency through fixture implementation and process control measures.
- Directed cross-functional team efforts to overcome complex manufacturing challenges, ensuring seamless production flow.
- Spearheaded initial evaluation of design improvement, targeting $2800 in cost savings and a reduction of lead time by approximately one week per part.
Sr. Project Engineer - NPD
TTI Floorcare NA
10.2023 - Current
- Managed global teams to design, develop and launch products in accordance with product requirements and quality metrics.
- Developed a commercial grade product architecture to meet challenging requirements.
- Managed key tradeoff discussions to meet manufacturing reliability without compromising project cost or requirements.
- Evaluated designs to optimize manufacturing process to improve quality and reduce overhead.
- Developed young engineers’ ability to lead project decisions to maintain schedule, cost and performance.
Project Engineer - NPD
TTI Floorcare NA
02.2022 - 10.2023
- Utilized FEA and CFD simulations to evaluate designs to verify compliance with project requirements.
- Managed new product development to deliver products on time and under cost while mitigating risk.
- Developed the assembly process for new products and oversaw the assembly line layout and detection methods for CTQ metrics.
- Developed a new separation system utilizing simulation software and rapid prototypes to improve product quality.
Project Engineer - PLS
TTI Floorcare NA
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Responsible for the product lifecycle post launch for 6 platforms.
- Lead VE teardowns to simplify assemblies and reduce overall cost without sacrificing product requirements.
- Cross functionally analyzed quality return data to root cause failures and implement corrective actions.
Mechanical Engineer
Barrett Woodyard & Associates
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Lead the design process of the mechanical, plumbing and fire protection systems of a commercial kitchen.
- Insured the installation and functionality of mechanical systems are in accordance with design parameters and specifications.
- Consulted with clients to ensure specific design criterion are achieved in mechanical systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH01-2020
Skills
- Project management
- Communication
- Team leadership
- RCA / Problem solving
- Manufacturing processes
- Process improvement
- Proficient in CAD software
Certification
Fundamentals of Engineering
Interests
Activities: Varsity Swimming, University of Cincinnati (2015-2017), Order of the arrow (2012-2015), Interests: Building an off-road capable jeep, Competitive swimming, camping, hiking, working on jet skis and Boy Scouts of America
AWARDS
Circle of Excellence TTi Floorcare (2022), Eagle Scout (2015), University of Cincinnati varsity swimming Rookie of the Year (2016), Highest Scorer at Men’s Swimming Conference Championship (2016)
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineer
Siemens Energy
02.2025 - Current
Sr. Project Engineer - NPD
TTI Floorcare NA
10.2023 - Current
Project Engineer - NPD
TTI Floorcare NA
02.2022 - 10.2023
Project Engineer - PLS
TTI Floorcare NA
06.2021 - 02.2022
Mechanical Engineer
Barrett Woodyard & Associates
05.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Cincinnati