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Drew Schneider

New Freedom

Summary

Mechanical Engineer and Project Manager with 5+ years of experience in pump and valve manufacturing. Led multiple concurrent capital equipment projects across North America while leveraging deep application engineering expertise. Skilled in solution selling, project execution, and strategic communication to drive growth. Seeking an Outside Sales role to apply technical knowledge with a people-first approach.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

Valmet Flow Control Inc
02.2022 - Current
  • Managed multiple capital equipment projects across North America with combined annual value exceeding $2M.
  • Led project kickoffs, coordinated deliverables, and maintained timelines in close collaboration with purchasing and production.
  • Served as the technical point of contact for customers, supporting sales with application expertise and on-site service.
  • Conducted lunch & learns, site visits, and equipment startups to strengthen client relationships and uncover new opportunities.
  • Maintained dual role by continuing to support application engineering duties alongside project management responsibilities.

Application Engineer

Flowrox Inc
03.2019 - 02.2022
  • Quoted day-to-day inquiries and managed complex bids for pump and valve systems in industrial applications.
  • Designed custom pump skids and supported manufacturing and assembly.
  • Conducted site visits for equipment startup, training, troubleshooting, and repair.
  • Collaborated with sales, production, and engineering teams to ensure customer satisfaction and technical accuracy.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
01.2019

Skills

  • Project management
  • Project planning and development
  • Client relations
  • Project estimation and bidding
  • Microsoft Project
  • Excel
  • CRM/ERP Tools (Salesforce, M3, NetSuite)
  • SolidWorks

Accomplishments

Recognized as a High Potential Employee out of 19,000 employees, selected as one of 17 globally and one of only two in the United States, highlighting exceptional leadership and technical capabilities.

Timeline

Project Manager

Valmet Flow Control Inc
02.2022 - Current

Application Engineer

Flowrox Inc
03.2019 - 02.2022

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Texas Tech University