Robert Wagner
Liberty Twp
Summary
Innovative Senior Engineer experienced in performance optimization and resource allocation. Delivered projects on time and within budget through effective risk management and team leadership. Streamlined workflows using agile methodologies and led Lean delivery initiatives to enhance efficiency.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Engineer
Procter & Gamble Co
Cincinnati
05.1990 - 06.2026
- Implemented best practices in engineering standards and procedures.
- Monitored performance metrics, identifying key areas for improvement to enhance project outcomes.
- Led team meetings to discuss project progress and address issues.
- Managed cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance departments.
- Streamlined project workflows by introducing agile methodologies, reducing time to market.
- Presented project updates and technical findings to stakeholders and executive leadership, clarifying complex information for informed decision-making.
- Developed innovative solutions to enhance system efficiency and reduce project costs.
- Represented the company at industry conferences and seminars, establishing a presence as a thought leader in the engineering community.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and support to facilitate professional growth and project success.
- Directed the allocation of resources, including budget, personnel, and materials, to maximize productivity and meet project deadlines.
- Finished projects on time and within budget.
- Prepared estimates and budgets.
- Conferred with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans.
- Managed coordination of activities among suppliers, contractors, and various departments for seamless project execution.
- Facilitated project transitions from concept to production, ensuring integration and operational efficiency across teams.
- Conducted risk assessments to ensure project safety and efficiency.
- Facilitated training sessions on new technologies for team members.
- Mentored junior engineers in technical skills and project management techniques.
Civil Construction Manager
Canadian National Railways
Edmonton
05.1982 - 08.1986
- CustomerSoils Engineer for controlling Mountain Slide activity
- Daily management of rail bed construction
- Managed project schedules and ensured timely completion of construction tasks.
- Coordinated subcontractors and suppliers to optimize workflow and ensure project timelines.
- Monitored daily construction and evaluated project progress, contract compliance and safety.
- Facilitated communication among stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
- Developed budgets and monitored expenses to keep construction phases within financial constraints.
- Oversaw daily on-site construction operations, ensuring projects met design specifications and safety standards.
- Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained team members on best practices for safety and quality control.
- Communicated safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors and enforced safety regulations on job sites.
- Monitored schedule performance and assessed quality of contractor workmanship.
- Resolved any issues that arose during the course of a project in a timely manner.
- Resolved issues during construction and commissioning phases to maintain tight schedules and budget levels.
- Monitored changes in scope or design, managing any necessary contract adjustments.
- Negotiated with local land owners to procure fill materials at cost-effective rates.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering in Robotics
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada05-1990
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada04-1988
Associate of Applied Science - Civil Engineering
Northen Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada04-1984
Skills
- Construction management
- Project management
- Civil engineering
- Mechanical engineering
- Technical expertise
- Agile methodologies
- Risk assessment
- Resource allocation
- Performance monitoring
- Cost analysis
- Financial control
- Key performance indicators
- RFI management
- Performance optimization
- Proposal development
- Project coordination
- Team leadership
- Team management
- Mentorship facilitation
- Coaching
- Training
- Stakeholder engagement
- Stakeholder relations
- Effective communication
- Written communication
- Public speaking
- Collaborative teamwork
- Sound judgment
- Attention to detail
- Innovation and creativity
- Analytical skills
- Problem solving
- Work prioritization
- Management skills
- Budget development
- Technical presentations
- Engineering standards
- Construction compliance
- Budget development
Affiliations
- Volunteer as Lean Sprint team leader for Construction Users Roundtable (CURT). Was lean IPD committee chairman for 5 yrs within CURT, they have moved to Sprint teams appraoch and I have led 4 published Lean papers for CURT.
- Volunteered with Wright State University - Engineering; A Wright State Professor and I share STEM topics with Grade 11-12 Engineering classes in High Schools (around Cincinnati)
- Volunteered for 5 yrs as Board Member for Clovernook School for the Blind. Helped in facility & technical decision making associated with their manufacturing.
- Member of the local LCI -Ohio Valley Community of Practice
Timeline
Senior Engineer
Procter & Gamble Co
05.1990 - 06.2026
Civil Construction Manager
Canadian National Railways
05.1982 - 08.1986
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering in Robotics
University of Saskatchewan
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Saskatchewan
Associate of Applied Science - Civil Engineering
Northen Alberta Institute of Technology