Brian C. Dowhan
Madison,OH
Summary
Multidisciplinary engineering leader with rare end-to-end expertise spanning mechanical design, process engineering, manufacturing systems, and controls architecture. Known for building high-performance teams and scaling operations in complex industrial environments. Passionate about team synergy, optimizing business processes, and developing innovative solutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Manager
Weiss North America
Willoughby, OH
02.2024 - Current
- As Engineering SME for North America, I head technical knowledge in product and specialized equipment. From application engineering, manufacturing design, controls implementation, and sales proposals. Streamlined processes into repeatable success for multiple PMs and designers.
- Built and developed a multidisciplinary engineering organization spanning design, manufacturing, and systems integration
- Redesigned production and engineering workflows to improve throughput, predictability, and cross-functional alignment
- Implemented manufacturing optimization initiatives increasing capacity and reducing inefficiencies across machining and assembly
- Established engineering standards and documentation practices to improve quality and repeatability
- Provide technical leadership across mechanical design, process engineering, and controls architecture
- Partner with leadership to align engineering priorities with revenue growth and operational objectives
Project Engineer
Weiss North America
Willoughby, OH
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Played a key role in scaling the manufactured products division during a period of rapid growth
- Navigated complex custom automation programs across design, supply chain, and production
- Designed modular product solutions enabling faster deployment and broader market adoption
- Developed tooling and fixtures that significantly reduced setup time and increased machine utilization
- Championed cross-training and workforce flexibility initiatives
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Cleveland State University
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Lakeland Community College
Skills
- Engineering Strategy & Organizational Leadership
- Process Optimization
- Industrial Systems Engineering
- Large Scale Project & Program Management
- Continuous Improvement
Websites
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) — Project Management Institute
- Certified Feb 2022
- Active through 2028
- ID: 3213147
Timeline
Engineering Manager
Weiss North America
02.2024 - Current
Project Engineer
Weiss North America
01.2018 - 01.2024
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Lakeland Community College
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Cleveland State University