Greg Richards
Midlothian,VA
Summary
Experienced Engineering Manager/System Engineer/Maintenance Manager with a demonstrated history of working in various manufacturing industries. Skilled in Process Control, Control Systems Design, PLC Programming, Functional Safety, Coordinated Drive Systems, Networking, Cybersecurity, IIOT, Digitalization, and HMI/SCADA. Highly skilled in team leadership, budget management and project delivery.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering/Services Manager
Siemens Industry Inc.
Richmond, VA
10.2018 - Current
- Manage Team of 15 Engineers focused on OT/Cybersecurity for ICS.
- Hired 6 new team members to support pre-sales and professional services growth in strategic geographical locations to support sales growth.
- Grew professional services in US to support large projects up to $1.2M.
- Implemented quoting and billing processes to support $10M services pipeline within Sales Force to provide excellent visibility to management.
- Encouraged team collaboration and motivated individual employees through positive reinforcement and technical recognition and removing boundaries.
- Consistently high team management and commination scores on employee surveys.
- Prepared reports summarizing the status of current projects, upcoming initiatives, as well as any areas needing further attention from upper management.
- Streamlined and automated internal processes to improve overall workflows.
- Worked across different BU's/Regions/HQ to ensure customer success and drive sales.
- Directly handled difficult situations to drive to positive resolutions internally and externally.
- Maintained personal skills by earning four networking/security certifications along with ISA Expert Badge in ICS Cybersecurity.
- Earned Power MBA to further support growth of business.
Technology Engineering Support Manager
Siemens Industry Inc.
Richmond, VA
11.2014 - 10.2018
- Managed Team of 10 System Engineers with deep dive domain expertise in factory automation control systems.
- Grew team from 5 Engineers to 10 by hiring and on-boarding highly effective engineers to support sales efforts.
- Lead Safety System Engineer.
- Supported NA Sales team with strategic opportunities.
- Assisted engineers in resolving difficult technical problems by providing expert advice or solutions.
System Engineer (CS2)
Siemens Industry Inc.
Richmond, Va
01.2012 - 11.2014
- Lead safety FA product Engineer for US.
- TUV Functional Safety Professional Certification.
- Work with customer and Siemens personal to promote safety products and review safety designs.
- Safety Core Team Leader for NA.
- Employed critical-thinking skills, excellent judgement, creativity and innovation in solving problems.
Automation Consultant
Siemens Industry Inc.
Richmond, Va
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Promote Siemens Automation products in East Region.
- Safety Core Team Leader for NA 2009-current.
- Consult with customers on designing and using Siemens Automation in current and future designs.
- Organized meetings between stakeholders to discuss project details and timelines.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Controls Engineer/Maintenance Manager
Quadrant Engineering Plastic Products
Reading, Pa
01.1999 - 01.2008
- Responsible for 17 people in maintenance/engineering.
- NA Arc Flash leader for 5 plants with responsibilities to set safety standards and perform full electrical study at each plant.
- Managed resources, created project schedules and maintained department budgets.
- Oversaw project workflow and supported internal and external resources.
- Collaborated with team members from multiple disciplines including mechanical engineering and IT.
- Designed controls/electrical systems for 5 plants in NA.
- Programmed PLCs, SCADA, drives, instrumentation.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Set electrical standards for NA plants on Siemens controls
Application/System Engineer
Control Corporation of America
Roanoke, Virginia
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Design and program coordinated drive systems for process control and web handling.
- Systems included medium to large PLC/DCS systems with HMI or touch screen interfaces and multiple drives networked together.
- Instructed customers in classroom on PLCs, drives, and SCADA systems.
- Provided 24hr technical support for customers.
- Resolved customer issues related to application functionality or usability in a timely manner.
- Support sales staff.
Controls/Sales Engineer
Hermitage Automation & Controls
Richmond, Virginia
01.1994 - 01.1996
- Maintain the Roanoke sales office for sales of automation & control equipment for industry.
- Design and create PLC programs for customers.
- Provide on site technical support and installation for all product lines.
- Increased sales from lowest performing area to top performing in two years.
Electrical Engineer
AMF Bakery Systems
Richmond, Virginia
01.1992 - 01.1994
- Select the parts and create a design for high speed bakery equipment
- Design the programs for PLCs and touch screens
- Create drawings with AutoCad for the assembly of equipment
Maintenance Supervisor
AMF Bakery Systems
Richmond, Virginia
01.1992 - 01.1993
- Responsible for the overall maintenance of the 150,000 sf manufacturing facility.
- Supervision of 5 mechanical and electrical team members.
Electronic Technician
AMF Bakery Systems
Richmond, Virginia
01.1992 - 01.1992
- Maintained and repaired CNC, cranes and other manufacturing machinery.
Field Engineer
IPC Technologies
Richmond, VA
01.1991 - 01.1992
- Installing, maintaining, and trouble shooting PCs, DEC VAX, PC peripherals and LANs as well as providing the technical support for clients.
Education
MBA -
The Power Business School
07-2023
Electrical Engineering Technology Degree -
Pennsylvania State University
Electronics Technology -
New River Community College
Diploma in Robotics Technology -
National Radio Institution
Hobbies and Interests
- Wakesurfing
- DIY Home Improvement
- Travel
Timeline
Engineering/Services Manager
Siemens Industry Inc.
10.2018 - Current
Technology Engineering Support Manager
Siemens Industry Inc.
11.2014 - 10.2018
System Engineer (CS2)
Siemens Industry Inc.
01.2012 - 11.2014
Automation Consultant
Siemens Industry Inc.
01.2008 - 01.2012
Controls Engineer/Maintenance Manager
Quadrant Engineering Plastic Products
01.1999 - 01.2008
Application/System Engineer
Control Corporation of America
01.1996 - 01.1999
Controls/Sales Engineer
Hermitage Automation & Controls
01.1994 - 01.1996
Electrical Engineer
AMF Bakery Systems
01.1992 - 01.1994
Maintenance Supervisor
AMF Bakery Systems
01.1992 - 01.1993
Electronic Technician
AMF Bakery Systems
01.1992 - 01.1992
Field Engineer
IPC Technologies
01.1991 - 01.1992
MBA -
The Power Business School
Electrical Engineering Technology Degree -
Pennsylvania State University
Electronics Technology -
New River Community College
Diploma in Robotics Technology -
National Radio Institution
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