Phil Brown
Leamington,Canada
Summary
Innovative Designer, highly proficient in leading teams, and has extensive experience in automation design and machine building. Proven ability to lead designers, manage complex projects, and deliver innovative solutions in the automation industry. Skilled in problem-solving and developing creative approaches to technical challenges.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Standards Designer Leader
Centerline Ltd.
Lasalle, Canada
07.2013 - Current
- : Spearheaded a team of designers and engineers to create standard designs for automation equipment.
- : Managed timelines and guided engineering co-op students through mentoring.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure design alignment with goals.
- Mentored junior designers, sharing best practices and industry trends.
- Maintained project timelines and managed multiple design assignments simultaneously.
- : Identified industry trends to drive product development for customer-centric solutions.
- : Developed configurable products tailored to market demands.
Standards Designer
Centerline Ltd.
Lasalle, Canada
07.2011 - 07.2013
- Created company standards utilizing Inventor CAD software.
- Conducted design reviews with customers to gather feedback and refine specifications.
- Developed and tested prototypes, ensuring functionality and alignment with project goals.
Lead Senior Designer
Global Vehicle Systems
Tilbury, Canada
04.2008 - 07.2011
- Established design standards and delegated tasks to junior designers, enhancing project efficiency.
- Created detailed design specifications and prototypes.
- Utilized SolidWorks for design, managing the BOM, and coordinating with suppliers.
- Oversaw project deadlines to ensure timely completion of all deliverables.
Mechanical Designer
KVT Technologies Inc.
Oldcastle, Canada
03.2004 - 04.2008
- Designed plastic welding and automation machinery using Pro/Engineer and AutoCAD.
- Managed budgets, timelines, and customer sign-offs for automation projects.
- (Division of Emerson Electric Industrial Automation, subsidiary of Branson Ultrasonics)
Research & Development Technologist / Controls Programmer
KVT Technologies Inc.
Oldcastle, Canada
06.1999 - 03.2004
- Programmed PLC systems (Step 5/Step 7) and developed proprietary automation solutions.
- Hands-on experience in machine building, welding, machining, and robot programming.
- (Division of Emerson Electric Industrial Automation, subsidiary of Branson Ultrasonics)
Project Machine Build Leader / Shop Leader
KVT Technologies Inc.
Oldcastle, Canada
01.1994 - 06.1999
- Coordinated machine assembly teams and managed shop operations.
- Licensed machinist with expertise in fabrication, wiring, and pneumatic/electrical circuits.
- (Division of Emerson Electric Industrial Automation, subsidiary of Branson Ultrasonics)
Education
Electronics - Automation and Computers
Hesston College
Hesston, Kansas, USA01.1993
Skills
- Automation Design and Development
- CAD software: Pro/Engineer, SolidWorks, Inventor
- PLC Programming: Siemens, ABB, Fanuc
- Lean Manufacturing and Leadership
- DFMEA and Root Cause Analysis
- Finite element analysis
- Machine building
- Welding Techniques: TIG, MIG, Arc, Spot, Projection
- Project Management and Supplier Coordination
- Prototype Development
Accomplishments
- Atmospheric Simulation Winch: Designed and built hydraulic hang gliding winches. Sold one winch to Veritgo (California) and it was used by Lockheed for Mars atmospheric testing on a radar satellite.
- Patents: Named on three patents for Kaptec development at Centerline.
Training
- Lean Leadership & Front-Line Leadership
- DFMEA Analysis & Critical Characteristics Design
- Value Stream Mapping
- FaroArm Technician (Coordinate Measuring Machine)
Timeline
Standards Designer Leader
Centerline Ltd.
07.2013 - Current
Standards Designer
Centerline Ltd.
07.2011 - 07.2013
Lead Senior Designer
Global Vehicle Systems
04.2008 - 07.2011
Mechanical Designer
KVT Technologies Inc.
03.2004 - 04.2008
Research & Development Technologist / Controls Programmer
KVT Technologies Inc.
06.1999 - 03.2004
Project Machine Build Leader / Shop Leader
KVT Technologies Inc.
01.1994 - 06.1999
Electronics - Automation and Computers
Hesston College