Don Anderson
910 N. TAYLOR AVE, OAK PARK IL 60302
(708) 613-5336
Don.Anderson@pildis.com
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Experience and Skills: |
Over 20 years of experience as an Engineer, with significant work experience in: Design of systems and components in 2D and 3D, project management, material specification, process design, material purchasing, process development, system troubleshooting and vendor and customer communication. Excellent problem solving skills with a hands-on approach. |
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Computer Aided Design Experience: |
Expert-level knowledge of Solidworks (Including Solidworks Simulation FEA), Pro/ENGINEER & AutoCAD |
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Employment Experience - (2005-present) |
Solar Wind USA division of Peerless Industries, Inc., Melrose Park IL Technical Manager (2010-present) - Responsibilities: Sole technical resource for start-up company division; Evaluated technologies for company direction; Designed mounting systems for Solar Electric and Solar Thermal systems; Reviewed supply-chain opportunities in the green energy field; Discussed requirements with potential customers; Researched potential product offerings; Investigated required manufacturing processes for outdoor mounting systems; Identified IT requirements for division Peerless Mounts division of Peerless Industries, Inc., Melrose Park IL Senior Design Engineer (2007-2010); Design Engineer (2005-2007) - Projects: Designed a wide range of audio/video mounting solutions including flat, tilt and articulated wall mounts for flat screen televisions, ceiling mounts for digital projectors and a family of flat panel TV floor stands and carts; Designed components for mounts using sheet metal short run and progressive die fabrications, aluminum extrusions, zinc and aluminum die castings, weldments, plastic injection molded parts and hook-and-loop fasteners; Worked closely with Product Managers to ensure their needs were met throughout the design process; Worked with Industrial Designers to take concepts to production; Developed multiple concepts for custom applications; Developed Bills of Materials, FEA simulations, sheet metal flat patterns, sheet metal forming prints, exploded assembly drawings, fabrication procedures and price quotes for multiple projects; Developed and reviewed technical documents including user instructions and internal assembly instructions; Developed tools for and performed UL certified mechanical testing; Managed and documented projects following ISO-9000 procedures; Named on multiple patents; Used the IFS MRP system; Communicated with vendors for overseas fabrication. |
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(2003-2005) |
Pentair Electronic Packaging, Des Plaines IL Design Engineer - Projects: Designed (2) Slide Rail and Cable Management Arm assemblies; brought designs from 3-D models through multiple prototypes to production in 8 months (with over 25 custom sheet metal parts); Developed Bills of Materials, sheet metal flat patterns, form prints, fabrication procedures and price quotes for multiple projects; Created and edited 3-D part and assembly models and drawings of sheet metal electronics enclosures; Performed design reviews of assemblies for prototype, short-run fabrication and hard-tool progressive die fabrication; Used the JD Edwards MRP system; Communicated with vendors for outsourced fabrication and finishing. |
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(2000-2003) |
Aerotek Engineering Services, Schaumburg IL Contract Engineer - Projects: Reviewed 1200 3-D models of electrical connectors with up to 1000 instances for accuracy by creating drawings and comparing results to sales drawings, repairing models as needed; Developed specifications for new model creation; Developed systems for project tracking & prepared weekly status reports for management; Developed equipment specifications for European Recycling Operation; Developed RFQ and performed equipment testing.
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(1997 to 2000) |
Frontier Recycling Systems, Inc., Chicago IL Design Engineer - Projects: Used 2-D and 3-D CAD to design slider bed conveyors and flattener/perforators for recycling plastic containers; Used 2-D CAD to design and develop a automated bulk material handling systems for plastic recycling; Managed relocation of an extrusion manufacturing facility; Developed complete designs and fabrication instructions for standard and custom equipment; Initiated project tracking and part numbering systems; Developed Process Flow Diagram and system design development tools. |
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(1992 to 1997) |
Johnson Controls Inc./Schmalbach-Lubeca USA, Inc., Novi MI Project Engineer - Projects: Designed a P.E.T. recycling system for J.C.I. France, including design of individual system components, conceptualization of the overall process, development of equipment layouts, equipment specifications, raw and finished material specifications; Designed a bulk rail-car loading system. Plant Engineer - Responsibilities: Upgraded existing systems through design of new components and implementation of new processes; Implemented all process changes required in conjunction with FDA food-contact non-objection certification; Supervised all maintenance and repairs on all equipment; Directed the installation of new equipment; Designed machine components; Coordinated and supervised the work of contractors; Performed maintenance department purchasing. |
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(1991 to 1992) |
Plastic Recycling Alliance, Inc., Division of Dupont; Chicago IL Project Engineer - Projects: Investigated existing plastic washing systems, determined system limitations and recommended and implemented system upgrades; Examined the installation of a new post-consumer plastic washing system; Generated initial budget and scope of work for systems; Completed the installation of an extrusion system, including creation of operating instructions, training of operators and organization and completion of verification runs for vendors and customers. |
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(1988 to 1991) |
Eaglebrook Plastics, Inc., Chicago IL Engineer - Responsibilities: Upgraded existing systems through design of new components and implementation of new processes; Supervised all maintenance and repairs on all equipment; Directed the installation of new equipment; Designed machine components; Coordinated and supervised the work of contractors; Supervised mechanics; Performed maintenance department purchasing; Developed, scheduled and executed preventative maintenance programs; Maintained spare parts supply. |
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Education & Training: |
Milwaukee School of Engineering: Mechanical Engineering, 1984 to 1989 Design Engine-Education, Chicago IL: Pro/E Comprehensive Course, 2000 Johnson Controls, Novi MI: Quality Systems for ISO 9000, Front Line Leadership University of Toledo Polymer Institute: Polyester Processing, 1993 |
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References: |
Available Upon Request |