Education
University of North Dakota (2013 - 2017)
- Degree: Bachelor of Science - BS
- Field of Study: Mechanical Engineering
- Description:
Tartan Senior High (2009 - 2013)
- Degree: Unknown Degree
- Field of Study: General Studies
- Description: Participated in National Honor Society and DECA
Skills:
Project Management, Customer Service, Mechanical Engineering, PTC Creo
Work Experience:
President at Norco Precision
- Location: Maple Grove, Minnesota, United States
- Duration: 2023-12 to Present
- Description: Norco Precision is a trusted local source for precision sheet metal fabrication. With a commitment to exceptional quality and customer satisfaction, we specialize in delivering high-precision, custom-fabricated sheet metal parts tailored to meet your specific needs.
Application Engineering Manager at Ziegler Caterpillar
- Location: Shakopee, Minnesota, United States
- Duration: 2021-07 to 2023-11
- Description: Focused on implementing and driving process improvements to enhance the efficiency of OEM engine projects. I actively collaborated with Applications Engineers to discuss project requirements and logistics, ensuring that all technical challenges were addressed. When needed, I assisted with the shop build-up of engines and resolved any technical issues that arose. I managed the Engineering Change Request (ECR) process, working with the shop to resolve outstanding concerns. Additionally, I provided essential documentation and resources to support successful engine installation audits conducted by Applications Engineers. I coordinated with Sales Engineers to facilitate project design and execution and engaged with both internal and external resources to ensure that projects were completed on time and within budget. I also took pride in promoting Ziegler OEM Engineering Services to other CAT dealers, highlighting our expertise and capabilities
Inside Sales Engineer at Ziegler Caterpillar
- Location: Shakopee, Minnesota
- Duration: 2018-01 to 2021-07
- Description:
Parts Specialist at Rydell Auto Group - RydellCars.com
- Location: Grand Forks, North Dakota Area
- Duration: 2014-02 to 2017-12
- Description: Demonstrate ability to organize merchandise efficiently Acquired In-depth knowledge of handling returns and exchanges of goods Good customer orientation with a strong ability to deal effectively with complaints
Test Engineer Intern at Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.
- Location: Hamel, MN
- Duration: 2016-05 to 2016-08
- Description: Designed/Assembled Test Apparatuses Conducted tests as outlined in testing manuals
Candidate Intelligence Report
AI-powered analysis from the perspective of a US hiring director — evaluating career continuity, growth trajectory, and role fit.
Career Continuity & Risk Assessment
No meaningful employment gaps between roles; minor overlap between 2017-12 and 2018-01 is negligible.
Experience spans automotive parts/service, heavy equipment OEM engineering, and precision fabrication. While all are manufacturing/engineering, domain shifts (retail auto to CAT to sheet metal fabrication) may require domain onboarding but core skills (engineering, project management, customer collaboration) remain relevant.
Multiple promotions within the same employer and successive roles at Caterpillar followed by leadership at Norco Precision indicate solid tenure stability and progressive responsibility.
Education is listed as University of North Dakota with no degree specified. While mechanical engineering and Creo usage are shown in skills, the exact degree alignment is not explicit and should be verified; otherwise, core technical fit appears strong.
Career Growth Curve
Best-Fit Roles (Top 5)
Chief Operating Officer (COO) / VP Operations95% fit
Broad operational oversight across engineering, manufacturing, and customer-facing functions with demonstrated process improvements and leadership; aligns with current executive track.
Vice President of Engineering92% fit
Strong engineering foundation with experience managing ECRs, OEM projects, and cross-functional teams; aligns with Creo and mechanical engineering skillset.
General Manager / Plant Manager86% fit
Site/plant leadership opportunity leveraging shop-floor experience, quality focus, and customer satisfaction orientation.
Senior Director of Programs / Director of Program Management80% fit
Proven program leadership across engineering and sales for OEM projects; scalable to larger program portfolios.
Director of Business Development / Applications Engineering Manager74% fit
Combines customer-facing sales engineering with technical leadership; suitable for growth-stage manufacturers seeking market expansion.
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