Michael Floyd
Wake Forest,NC
Summary
Experienced adaptive hardware engineer manager with over 30 years of industry expertise, seeking a meaningful role in engineering leadership. Dedicated to driving innovation and excellence in hardware engineering development. Eager to contribute extensive knowledge and skills to a dynamic organization. Proven track record of successfully managing teams and delivering high-quality solutions. Confident in ability to lead and inspire others towards achieving strategic objectives. Committed to staying at the forefront of technological advancements. Ready to make a significant impact in a challenging and rewarding position.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Hardware Engineering
BD Parata
01.2008 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Authored or revised several company wide ISO procedures.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
- Leveraged data analytics insights via PowerBi for informed decision-making in selecting projects and initiatives to target solution deficiencies.
- Spearheaded successful product launches of pharmacy automation equipment that resulted in increased brand visibility and customer acquisition.
- Manages a hardware engineering team including ME’s, EE’s, Controls Engineering, and Reliability Engineering
- Researched, selected, and implemented a new PDM system for the company
- Designed plastic and sheet metal parts as well as manged the top-level system integration for several pharmacy automation projects
Mechanical Engineer
IBM Corporation - System Technologies Group
05.2006 - 01.2008
- Developed engineering solutions for complex technical problems, enhancing overall system performance and reliability.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials at competitive prices.
- Conducted root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment issues and implemented preventive maintenance programs, reducing equipment downtime significantly.
Staff Mechanical Engineer
ITT Industries - Night Vision
03.2004 - 05.2006
- Developed engineering solutions for complex technical problems in the development of night vision devices.
- Revised 1 and authored 3 new ISO procedures for the R&D group
- A final approver for all goggle and system related engineering change orders.
- Evaluated final product's overall performance, reliability and safety.
- Coordinated with other departments such as procurement, logistics, and quality control to streamline interdepartmental communication and collaboration efforts effectively.
Lead Mechanical Engineer
NCR CORPORATION - Retail Solutions Division
12.2000 - 02.2004
- Designed several flat panel touch displays for a new line of point of sale terminal/kiosk
- Lead Mechanical Engineer on a new Point of Sale terminal for the Hospitality market
- Designed plastic parts, sheet metal parts, cables, and labels
- Analyzed parts and assemblies using Pro/Mechanica
- Co-authored new division-wide operating procedures in the areas of design reviews, DFMEA, and FAI
- Led a Mechanical Engineering Peer Team for entire division.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements during design reviews, leading to increased effectiveness and reduced rework efforts.
Lead Mechanical Engineer
MOTOROLA INC. - Energy Systems Group
07.1998 - 11.2000
- Designed and brought to market several new battery products which included plastic housing assemblies, sheet metal parts, and shock protections
- Analyzed parts and assemblies using Pro/Mechanica
- Managed a small engineering team in product development
- Created a site-wide task force for creating new drawing standards and BOM formats
- Organized a weekly training session for engineering skills within the group.
Sr. Mechanical Engineer
MOTOROLA INC. - Paging Products Group (European & Japan Divisions)
05.1994 - 07.1998
- Designed and brought into production a full mechanical package for a new paging product including plastic housing assemblies, buttons, display module, sheet metal parts, and shock protection
- Analyzed parts and assemblies using Patran and Nastran FEA products.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget constraints.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Florida - COLLEGE OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Gainesville, FL01.1994
Associate of Arts -
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
Tallahassee, FL01.1992
Skills
- Sixteen years of experience with SolidWorks CSWP & CSWP-Sheetmetal SolidWorks PDMworks, SolidWorks FEA, Aras PDM/PLM, Pro/Engineer
- Certified Six Sigma Greenbelt and Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt
- ASME Y145M, DFMEA, 8D, FEA, CFD, DFSS
- Strategic Planning
- People and Project Management
- Budget Management
- Hiring and Retention
- Microsoft Office Suite
Patents
- 9,399,543 - Automated pharmacy system for dispensing unit doses of pharmaceuticals and the like
- 7,697,296 - Method and apparatus for securing a microprocessor and heat sink using fewer mounting holes
- 7,397,617 - Collimated optical system
- 7,365,905 - Collimated optical system
- 6,160,713 - Circuit in a selective call radio with improved electromechanical interconnects
- 5,884,772 - Electronic device having multiple user interface configurations
- D389,148 - Pager
Timeline
Director of Hardware Engineering
BD Parata
01.2008 - Current
Mechanical Engineer
IBM Corporation - System Technologies Group
05.2006 - 01.2008
Staff Mechanical Engineer
ITT Industries - Night Vision
03.2004 - 05.2006
Lead Mechanical Engineer
NCR CORPORATION - Retail Solutions Division
12.2000 - 02.2004
Lead Mechanical Engineer
MOTOROLA INC. - Energy Systems Group
07.1998 - 11.2000
Sr. Mechanical Engineer
MOTOROLA INC. - Paging Products Group (European & Japan Divisions)
05.1994 - 07.1998
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Florida - COLLEGE OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Associate of Arts -
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
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