Brandin Slonski
Mechanical Engineering Technologist
Nanoose Bay,BC
Summary
A talented and passionate mechanical technologist possessing a wealth of industry knowledge and an advanced skill set. Confident, with solid management and communication skills when working in a team or leading a team. Recognized for innovation, productivity and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Mechanical Designer
NordaStelo/CWA
09.2023 - Current
- Created general arrangement 3D models and drawings for construction/quotation.
- Gained valuable experience in material transport fields including but not limited to, bulk material handling, storage, trucking and ship loading.
- Regularly reviewed 3D models and drawings with project managers, senior engineers and affiliated customers.
- Conducted FEA simulations/design validations for chute and hopper designs.
Senior Project Technologist
TechBrew Robotics Inc.
10.2020 - 09.2023
- Coordinated and planned with other engineering factions (electrical, controls, software) as lead mechanical architect of the robotic mushroom picking solution.
- Successfully designed, assembled and tested custom vision guided robotic arm, pneumatic trimming apparatus, vertical roller carriage/extruded mast, pneumatic union/tool changer and more.
- Mentored engineering co-ops and junior engineers/technologists, assigned work, checked and reviewed drawings.
- Procured and implemented supplier components while managing tight timelines and relationships with vendors.
Engineering Contractor (Plant Layout & Simulation)
Tolko Industries
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Modeled and validated current product flow of plywood plant using leading simulation software (FlexSim).
- Generated numerous plant layouts for possible future plant upgrades.
- Simulated, optimized and validated possible future states of plywood plant.
Mechanical Designer
USNR
05.2015 - 05.2020
- Produced mechanical designs and manufacturing drawings for plethora of lumber handling equipment.
- Developed and prototyped new product for high speed tier separation.
- Created custom tools using SolidWorks API to automate engineering tasks and procedures.
Mechanical Designer
West Pro Machinery
06.2009 - 05.2010
- Worked in fast paced team environment developing modular processing plants and process equipment for mining.
- Gained product experience with conveyors, crushers, silos, apron feeders, flotation tanks etc.
Project Manager, Mechanical Designer
Valid Manufacturing Ltd.
01.2003 - 05.2009
- Managed all projects for BCLC gaming products and MCI slide-outs.
- Gained valuable design experience in key shop floor manufacturing processes and systems such as plate profiling, forming, machining, welding, pneumatics, fiberglass, molding, painting, powder coating, 3D printing and rapid prototyping.
Education
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Okanagan College
Kelowna, BC 09.2001 - 06.2003
Visual Programming
Okanagan College
Vernon, BC 01.2005 - 05.2005
Skills
AutoCAD proficiency(general arrangement drawings)
SolidWorks advanced (modeling, drawings, API/macros, PDM, simulation, motion)
Hands on (assembly, fabrication, wiring, pneumatics)
Machine design (lumber handling, mining, oil/gas, robotics/automation)
Technical documentation (work instructions, machine manuals, operating procedures, testing reports, design reviews, proposals)
Hobbies
I enjoy an active life style playing my favorite sports (hockey, volleyball, snowboarding) and getting out side for some fresh air (hiking, camping, fly fishing)
Timeline
Senior Mechanical Designer
NordaStelo/CWA
09.2023 - Current
Senior Project Technologist
TechBrew Robotics Inc.
10.2020 - 09.2023
Engineering Contractor (Plant Layout & Simulation)
Tolko Industries
05.2020 - 09.2020
Mechanical Designer
USNR
05.2015 - 05.2020
Mechanical Designer
West Pro Machinery
06.2009 - 05.2010
Visual Programming
Okanagan College
01.2005 - 05.2005
Project Manager, Mechanical Designer
Valid Manufacturing Ltd.
01.2003 - 05.2009
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Okanagan College
09.2001 - 06.2003
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