Craig Chaney
Gloucester,MA
Summary
Versatile Systems Engineer Sr. Member of Technical Staff with 40 years of experience. Enthusiastic about taking on any technical challenge with a forward-thinking and resourceful approach. Well versed in refractory materials, ceramics, high temperature applications and general materials. Active member of an additive manufacturing group utilizing multiple materials and processes for engineering, fixtures, as well pre-production systems. Strong skills in concept to design, ACAD, prototype, build, test verification, documentation to production. Exceptionally broad background, using machining, mechanical, electrical, hands-on skills collected over my career. Small business owner.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Systems Engineer Sr. Member of Technical Staff
AMAT VSE
08.2000 - Current
- Implemented process improvements to smooth development cycle and increase collaboration on next generation products.
- Developed test stands for early testing of hardware with advanced features for improved performance, reduced production tool time used by 75%.
- Designed robust improvements to Injector System by applying technical knowledge to Reduce COO by 35%, weight by 15%.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate paths, produce solutions to HVP for multiple product lines.
- Developed new High Temperature system 1200C hardware with advanced features and improved performance.
- Designed robust improvements to HVP by applying technical knowledge and incorporating quick turn solutions across product lines.
VP Engineering, Controls Systems, Quality Control
MetalCast Systems
05.1995 - 08.2000
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Conducted quality inspections of finished products and made repairs to meet project expectations.
- Provided technical support to external and internal customers.
- Designed project specifications and designs for systems.
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for Hydraulic system design / ordering tasks.
- Coordinated project team of 21 engineers for Foundry Systems projects in commercial and industrial development.
- Installation team lead, system start up, training , and troubleshooting.
Engineering Technician
Extrion, VSEA
05.1985 - 05.1995
- Troubleshooting to component level on complex multi disabling states.
- Created prototype designs build of Materials (BOM) and customer documentation.
- Conducted engineering and detailed experimental tests to collect design data and assist in research work.
- Customer installation and fire fight team 5 years 95% travel
Education
Associate of Science - Electronic Engineering
ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN06.1979
Skills
- Microsoft Windows / Office
- Collaborative Team Player
- Exceptional Organizational Skills
- Toxic Gas System design
- Vacuum Systems
- Ion source injector systems
- High temperature assemblies / controls
- Versatile In Ceramic, Refractory materials
- Machining and Prototypes First Article
- System Troubleshooting
- Product Development
- Technical Analysis / Support
- Concept, design, Prototype to Production
- Materials research
- Additive Manufacturing
- Auto desk
Accomplishments
Issued Patents 36+, including Published papers
Board Member GMBC 6 years
President GMB Corporation 4 years
Certification
- Additive Manufacturing CAMF - 2018
Timeline
Systems Engineer Sr. Member of Technical Staff
AMAT VSE
08.2000 - Current
VP Engineering, Controls Systems, Quality Control
MetalCast Systems
05.1995 - 08.2000
Engineering Technician
Extrion, VSEA
05.1985 - 05.1995
Associate of Science - Electronic Engineering
ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis