Experience
Root AI | ADVANCED DEPLOYMENT ENGINEER
- Designed and rapidly prototyped system upgrades to improve the productivity of Root AI's automated harvesting robot.
- Defined system requirements for future iterations of the harvesting robot.
- Completed root cause analysis and fixed software and hardware bugs.
- Improved key performance metrics by planning and conducting experiments while controlling for the dynamic environment of a greenhouse.
- Communicated the results of field tests to internal and external stakeholders.
- Jira coordinator for the deployment team. Ran progress update and backlog refinement meetings.
NORTH INC. | DISPLAY HARDWARE ENGINEER INTERN
- Conducted studies on Near-Eye displays by implementing a strong understanding of colour theory, contrast and gamma correction.
- Automated the data collection from smart glasses tests using Python and analyzed that data to draw meaningful conclusions.
- Characterized the optical response of laser diodes with different input current profiles to understand thermal effects on performance.
- Investigated the sensitivity of a calibration fixture to variations between instrument entrance pupil location and the test sample’s exit pupil location.
NORTH INC. | MANUFACTURING ENGINEER INTERN
- Brought Focals smart glasses from design validation to mass production through automation, supporting outsourcing and by refining processes.
- Conducted trials using design of experiment to determine settings for a fully automated adhesive dispensing system to achieve desired shear strength across all possible component placement variations.
- Created work instructions and trained operators on assembly methods.
- Designed fixtures and material handling trays.
- Developed mass production plant layouts and streamlined material flow.
Toyota (TMMC) | ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGER INTERN
- Co-ordinated critical assembly line modifications the paint shop for the 2019 Rav4 vehicle change while maintaining current proaction capabilities.
- Managed industrial contractors daily tasks and supplied project charters.
- Organized line capability confirmation while satisfying all stakeholders.
- Identified an existing design shortcoming using root cause analysis, then designed and implemented a permanent countermeasure.
- Reviewed and critiqued engineering drawings of new automotive pallets.
STACKPOLE INTERNATIONAL | AUTOMATION DESIGNER
- Designed an innovative, automated method for robotically inserting vanes into oil pumps to meet 7 second cycle time requirements.
- Redesigned existing assembly line stations to accommodate new parts, automated processes and decreased cycle time.
- Implemented GD&T and conducted tolerance analysis.
Galeforce Welding Inc. | Robotic Technician
- Designed new welding and machining fixtures for manufacturing components and assemblies.
- 3D scanned and reverse engineered existing fixtures.
- Modelled over 400 parts and 200 assemblies in SolidWorks.
- Implemented an off-line robotic programming system to reduce the downtime of robotic welders from 3 days to 1.
Recomendations
"Mitch is contributing at the level of a full-time employee. Throughout the term Mitch has both improved in tehcnical depth and his ability to identify and pre-emptively address shortcomings in both his work and in his approach to work. Mitch has shown a strong desire to learn and an ability to jump into new technical domains quickly."
- Brian Cousins | Display Hardware Lead | North Inc.
"Mitch took on a variety of tasks and projects with ease and maturity this term. He collaborated with team members across the manufacturing and fixtures communities on his many diverse projects. He took operator suggestions and developed short term on-the-line fixes to keep production moving while simultaneously developing more permanent solutions. Mitch was able to successfully take on any task asked of him with initiative, producing results this team will use moving forward."
- Vanessa Guido | Manufacturing Engineer | North Inc.
"Mitch's work was done with quality; getting everyone's input to obtain the best deliverable. All departments he dealt with gave him a high rating, and added comment of "must rehire". Mitch was able to learn Processes and Requirements of Toyota very quickly. He is willing to put the effort in to get the work done.
Mitch is a very level headed individual. He shows his adapability to various situations presented to him and is well liked among all who had interactions with him. No fear of getting his hands dirty to get things done or learn, and shows the willingness to listen."
- Andy Kong | Engineering Specialist | Toyota (TMMC)
"I was Mitch's direct Automation Design Manager at Stackpole International. While Mitch was at Stackpole, he participated daily in the Mechanical Design of Automation equipment that is used to produce our products in a high volume Automotive industrial environment.
Mitch is driven to succeed, with a strong desire to learn and be pro-active within the company and his career. Mitch's drive and character make it enjoyable to work with him, and could be relied upon to done what is assigned to him. His ability to quickly learn and apply mechanical design techniques, along with an ongoing learning of detailing principles, fostered larger responsibilities and design challenges.
Mitch's dedication to the Team, insures that he understands the importance, thus completing the task at hand with excellence.
His attention to detail, and willingness to ask questions makes Mitch a great addition to any team. I would recommend Mitch to any company who is looking for a young and talented mechanical engineer."
- Paul Nowaczyk | Automation Design Manager | Stackpole