Brian Polston

Engineering Manager @Taylor Valve Technology

Responsible for the research and development of new products or product changes from concept to full production. Coordinates engineering personnel- Responsible for the research and development of new products as determined by the company’s product development plan. Continually researches for new methods or components to enhance or improve existing products- Coordinates and responsible for activities of all engineering personnel and outside consultants and/or contractors; develops engineering action plans to guide timely and cost effective development of projects; maintains the system of budget and schedule controls- Supervises engineering services for preparation and drafting of drawings, schematics, product specifications, bill of materials, operation/service manuals, assembly manuals and other documentation necessary to manufacture new products- Prepares and/or review engineering change requests; discusses feasibility with product develops and oversees preparation and implementation of all engineering change notices and document change control- Assists and coordinates with Manufacturing for development of processes, tooling and molds necessary to produce new products- Provides Customer Service, Sales and Marketing Departments with orientation and training on new products, and assists with preparation of sales presentations, service/repair methods, and marketing literature- Performs other engineering duties as requested by the General Manager- Maintain product certifications and standards for ASME, API 6A and Q1, DNV, CSA, and Canadian Registration Numbers- Serve as a company representative during audit reviews by certifying agencies- Troubleshoot issues with production and take corrective action.