Patrick Anders
Northampton,England
Summary
I am an experienced Machine Vision Engineer tasked with sensor selection, commissioning and integration for robot guidance and quality inspection systems. In field based roles, I have developed skills in keeping customer satisfaction high by applying technical knowledge to solve routine and complex problems. I am also talented at educating customers about best product selection, usage and maintenance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Vision Engineer
Mercedes AMG HPP
Brixworth, England
07.2024 - Current
- Installation, commissioning, and development of machine vision systems. Primarily Keyence and Cognex systems
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues related to product design or manufacturing processes.
- Integration of new production parts into vision systems.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project progress updates.
- Conducted research and testing to determine the best products for various applications based on cost, performance, and quality criteria.
- Identified potential suppliers and negotiated pricing for selected products.
SFA Application Engineer
ISRA Vision
Hemel Hempstead, ENG
01.2023 - Current
- Installation, commissioning and servicing automated optical inspection systems
- Remote and onsite customer training
- Building strong customer and contractor relationships
- System software configuration
- Electro-mechanical troubleshooting
Applications Engineer
AFL Network Services
Duncan, SC
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Provide technical support to sales, customer service representatives and customers
- Conduct product training internally and for customers
- Design cables to meet customer specifications
- Create documents for new product introductions, installation instructions and product specification guidelines
- Investigate and respond to customers about quality issues
- Support for quote responses
Field Application Engineer
Isra Surface Vision
Duluth, GA
08.2017 - 08.2021
- Installation, commissioning and servicing automated optical inspection systems
- Identifying correct system setup to find desired defects
- Project Organization
- Designing and building demo systems for customer trials
- Remote and onsite customer training
- Building strong customer and contractor relationships
- System software configuration
- Electro-mechanical troubleshooting
Manufacturing/ Process Engineer
Woodbridge Foam Corporation
Atlanta, GA
01.2015 - 07.2017
- Created and adjusted FANUC robot movement patterns
- Investigated and completed continuous improvement projects
- Monitored and maintained Cognex part identification system
- Increased OEE by optimizing machine vision systems
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Georgia Southern University
2014
Skills
- Customer Service
- Vision System Installation
- Field Service Engineering
- Lean Manufacturing
- Electro-mechanical Troubleshooting
- Client Facing Engineer
- End-User Training
- Project Organization
Additional Information
- Moderate level of Spanish; four years of classes
- Hold international drivers license
- Currently studying German
Timeline
Machine Vision Engineer
Mercedes AMG HPP
07.2024 - Current
SFA Application Engineer
ISRA Vision
01.2023 - Current
Applications Engineer
AFL Network Services
08.2021 - 12.2022
Field Application Engineer
Isra Surface Vision
08.2017 - 08.2021
Manufacturing/ Process Engineer
Woodbridge Foam Corporation
01.2015 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Georgia Southern University