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Gary M. Grigsby

Maumee,OH

Summary

Accomplished Mechanical Design Engineer with considerable knowledge of Mechanical Engineering, Automation, Conveyor Systems, Tooling and Robotic Equipment. Extremely proficient with Parametric 3D CAD software and associated tools. Committed to providing accurate work with eye for detail. Consistently commended for meeting stringent project design requirements and deadlines under budget. Results-driven Mechanical Design Engineer with 35 years of experience and training in engineering design creation. Leverages mechanical engineering techniques, drafting designs and industry best practices to consistently accomplish project goals. Determines feasibility, analyzes end-user experiences, and assesses long-term objectives and costs when devising solutions. Talented in transforming detailed technical specifications into efficient, effective and quality designs. Collaborates well with teammates to complete technical projects on time and within budget.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechanical Design Engineer

Glasstech, Inc.
Perrysburg Township, OH
06.2021 - Current
  • Designed Automotive Windshield Glass Bending - Fan Roll Conveyors utilizing Adjustable Ceramic Rolls.
  • Design of Automotive and Architectural Glass Furnace and Cooling / Quench equipment.
  • Inventor 2021, Vault 2021, MS Dynamics

Mechanical Design Engineer

PrimeTest Automation
Fort Lauderdale, FL
02.2021 - 04.2022
  • Designed Automated Pill Dispensing and Packaging System consisting of following:
  • Four Pill Dispensing (12 Feed) Dial Table Modules, Flexlink Automated Conveyor, Card Scanning System, Fanuc Robot Loading, 16 Cup Gripping End of Arm Tooling, Morrison Screw Feeders, Automated Pouch Filling with integrated Pouch Printing, Fanuc Robot Unloading to existing Tote Conveyors.

Mechanical Design Engineer

Autotec Engineering, Inc
Toledo, OH
09.2016 - 02.2020
  • Created Eight Cell Automation System to irradiate (sterilize) 800 plus different medical product SKU's. System consisted of 6 Kuka Robots and one XYZ Cartesian based Robot installed at Corning Life Sciences, Treyburn, NC. System consisted of following components and stations:
  • CDLR Conveyors, Cube Destacking, Depalletizing, Pallet Stacking, Tote Layer Forming, Tote Loading, Dosimeter Sheet Bar Code Scanning, Tote Unloading, Layer Forming, Slip-sheet Handling, Palletizing, Chain Conveyors, Stretch Hooding or Stretch Wrapping Full Pallets, Automatic Bar Code Printing with Transfer Carts to 7 Shipping Lanes.
  • Robotic Case Erecting and Cup Packaging System for Georgia Pacific
  • Designed Automatic Plastic Bottle Chipless Trimming Machines

Mechanical Design Engineer

Matrix Technologies, Inc
Maumee, OH
10.2015 - 08.2016
  • Built 3D Models of new Guar Gum Processing Line installed in Belcamp, MD consisting of following processes and components: Bulk Unloading with Hand Dump, Bulk Blower, Receiving Hopper, Belt Weigher, Blenders, Hopper / Screw Feeder, Mechanical Extruder, Process Air Heater, Venturi, Mill, Baghouse, Process Air Fan and Connection Ducting
  • Developed Bulk Feeding Gravity System utilizing Triverter & Diverter valves
  • Handled design of Peanut M&M "Stand Up Pouch" packaging line installed at Mars Co. Topeka, KS. System consisted of: Bucket Conveyor, Hopper, Scale, Bosch DZ Bagger, Nercon Conveyors, Metal Detector, Case Erector, Weight Checker / Taper, Printer, Gravity Conveyor and Lift Tables.

SolidWorks Instructor

The University of Toledo
Toledo, Ohio
07.2013 - 07.2015
  • MET 2350-001 Advanced CADD SolidWorks
  • Introduction to Solid Modeling using SolidWorks 2012 & 2014
  • Basic Part Modeling Techniques
  • Engineering Drawings
  • Advanced Part Modeling
  • Additional Part Modeling Techniques
  • Parametric Modeling Techniques
  • Creation of Assembly Models
  • Class Size 25 students with 30 Classes per/Semester

Project Engineer

Palmer Associates, Inc
Toledo, OH
12.2013 - 02.2015
  • Designed 6-inch Air Vacuum System for Ford Dearborn Mi Plant used on new F-150 Aluminum Body Shear / Stacker Line
  • Created Edge Dimpler Machine for Aluminum Sheet Stacker Line
  • Designed Microfeed Tables to help feed tail out sheet metal into press, reducing scrap
  • Specified and built numerous CAD Workstations from components
  • Managed SolidWorks & SolidWorks EPDM (Enterprise Product Data Management) systems
  • Communicated with clients utilizing VPN (Virtual Private Network) and EPDM technologies

Senior Design Engineer

Owens-Illinois, Inc
Perrysburg, OH
01.2013 - 11.2013
  • Designed Single GOB Feeder using combination of PTC Creo Elements Direct 18.1 and SolidWorks
  • Created wide variety of Single GOB Feeder Shear Blade designs
  • Developed Shear Blade Alignment Tooling
  • Designed mounting and adjustment components for Linear Shear Mechanism
  • Produced modifications to Shear Blade Arms for suitable mounting and cooling
  • Created Single GOB Feeder Orifice Designs to be fabricated from Platinum
  • Designed Test Stand for Linear Shear Mechanism
  • Developed 3D Thermocouple Models including Mounting Hardware for Single GOB Feeder
  • 3D Printed Thermocouples for testing via stereo-lithography process
  • Created various 3D concepts of Fluidized Bed Reactors to help save energy with glass making process

Project Manager

Durr Ecoclean, Inc
Bowling Green, OH
10.2010 - 08.2012
  • Project Manager of 18 EcoCFlow Coolant Filtration systems and 1 Central Coolant Filtration System installed at GM Powertrain, Spring Hill, TN
  • Project Manager of 3 EcoCFlow Coolant Filtration Systems installed at GM Powertrain, Tonawanda, PA
  • Resolved open issues covering installation of capital equipment within customer facilities
  • Responsible for tracking financial costs and expenses via SAP ERP software
  • Assisted Project Engineers with technical specifications of coolant filtration systems
  • Directly involved with Purchasing, Fabrication, and Shipping, ensuring on-time delivery
  • Oversaw high profile projects of over 15 million capital budgets
  • Designed Coolant Filtration Systems and related piping utilizing SolidWorks & AutoCAD
  • Developed Bill of Materials
  • Ordered long-lead items
  • Syncrized BOM Data with JDE and SAP MRP systems
  • Incorporated Lean Manufacturing practices
  • Engineered in-floor, above-ground and overhead pipe through coolant return systems.

Mechanical Design Engineer

Automatic Handling International
Erie, MI
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Created Automated Systems for Paper, Film & Cotton industries.
  • Worked with clients throughout design, fabrication & installation process.
  • Coordinated with vendors on long-lead items to secure pricing and delivery quotes.
  • Directed team of Mechanical Design Engineers on multiple projects.
  • Designed the following Equipment: Sorting Stops, Roll Stops, Mini-Slat Conveyors, Flat Slat Conveyors, Roll Transfer & Rotate Systems, Roll Decking, Floor Pits, Floor Cover Plates, Flush Floor Rail, Side Shift Roll Carts, Belt Conveyor Roll Carts, Shaft Extractors, Hydraulic Scissor Lifts, Hydraulic Power Lifts, Upenders, Downenders, Roll Cradles, Bridge & Trolley Systems, Mezzanine Structural Steel and Overhead Systems.

Mechanical Engineering Manager

Solid Designs, Inc.
Toledo, OH
05.1996 - 01.2008
  • Lead team of 6 Mechanical Design Engineers
  • Completed projects under budget and within prescribed timeframes by strictly adhering to provided milestones and guidelines
  • Translated customer Math Data (various formats) into CAD package for Tool Design.
  • Highly experienced in design of Secondary Tooling Fixtures use on SMC (Sheet Mold Compound) Fiberglass Composites (Automotive and Heavy Truck)
  • Experienced with following: SMC Drill Fixtures, SMC Bonders, SMC Pierce Dies, Heat Stake Fixtures, Sonic Welders, Pick & Place Part Transfer Systems, Clip Inserting Machines, Facility Layout Drawings, Automated Paint Systems, Spray Booths & Ovens, Conveyor Systems, Stand Alone Presses, Dial Table Machines, Cooling Fixtures, Hardware Assembly Equipment, Robotic Bond Apply Fixtures and Degating / Assembly Machines

Mechanical Engineering Manager

Sponseller Group, Inc
Holland, OH
01.1991 - 05.1996
  • Facilitated new business development resulting in over 300% department growth
  • Expanded Mechanical Department from 3 to 10 Mechanical Design Engineers
  • Head of IT infrastructure along with all Computer Hardware and Software purchases
  • Setup CAD Computer Systems and peripheral network integration
  • Installed and managed company-wide Network, Servers and Plotters
  • Converted company from drafting boards to 2D and 3D AutoCAD (22 seats)

Mechanical Designer

Automatic Handling, Inc
Erie, MI
01.1988 - 01.1991
  • Designed Stretch Wrapping and Paper Mill Roll Handling Equipment.
  • Detailed 2D production drawings for fabrication utilizing AutoCAD
  • Organized and implemented CAD data file storage system
  • Developed keyboard macros and shortcuts increasing drafting productivity

Mechanical Design Engineer

Arnold Industries, Inc
Toledo, OH
01.1986 - 01.1988
  • Collaborated with clients, engineers, contractors and sub-consultants on new products.
  • Designed Pneumatic & Semi-Pneumatic Wheel Assemblies
  • Created new Product drawings utilizing CADKEY
  • Assisted vendors in creation of new product tooling
  • Director of R&D creating custom prototype wheels in support of sales
  • Developed and implemented manufacturing quality control processes and procedures
  • Worked with manufacturing floor to keep production running

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

The University of Toledo, University Community And Technical College
Toledo, OH
03.1986

Skills

  • Design of highly technical precision mechanisms from conceptualization to delivery
  • Collaboration with other engineers on project teams
  • Create designs in CAD software
  • Create and manage release of detailed engineering drawings and assembly documentation
  • SolidWorks Instructor - University of Toledo
  • Extensive SolidWorks & Inventor 3D Parametric Modeling experience
  • Highly Experienced with both 3D and 2D AutoCAD
  • 10 years of Engineering Management experience
  • Fluent with SolidWorks Weldments and Sheet Metal
  • Experienced with DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFA (Design for Assembly)
  • Adept creating engineering drawings meeting ASME Y145 and ASME Y14100 drawing requirements, including GD&T
  • Expertise reading and interpreting Blueprints
  • Excellent understanding and experience with wide variety of materials utilized in design of mechanical machinery and tooling
  • Office 365
  • Solidworks
  • SolidWorks 3D models
  • AutoCAD proficient
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Bill of Material (BOM)
  • Metal fabrication
  • Tolling design
  • 2D and 3D modeling
  • Technical problem-solving
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Blueprint design

Work Availability

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Timeline

Mechanical Design Engineer

Glasstech, Inc.
06.2021 - Current

Mechanical Design Engineer

PrimeTest Automation
02.2021 - 04.2022

Mechanical Design Engineer

Autotec Engineering, Inc
09.2016 - 02.2020

Mechanical Design Engineer

Matrix Technologies, Inc
10.2015 - 08.2016

Project Engineer

Palmer Associates, Inc
12.2013 - 02.2015

SolidWorks Instructor

The University of Toledo
07.2013 - 07.2015

Senior Design Engineer

Owens-Illinois, Inc
01.2013 - 11.2013

Project Manager

Durr Ecoclean, Inc
10.2010 - 08.2012

Mechanical Design Engineer

Automatic Handling International
01.2008 - 12.2008

Mechanical Engineering Manager

Solid Designs, Inc.
05.1996 - 01.2008

Mechanical Engineering Manager

Sponseller Group, Inc
01.1991 - 05.1996

Mechanical Designer

Automatic Handling, Inc
01.1988 - 01.1991

Mechanical Design Engineer

Arnold Industries, Inc
01.1986 - 01.1988

Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

The University of Toledo, University Community And Technical College

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