Dan Evanson
Mechanical Engineer with Pilot Plant Development, Process Automation & Machine Design experience
- Role
- Plant Manager Chief Engineer at Blue Water Farms
- Location
- Welch, MN, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Dan Evanson
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARYExperienced Mechanical Engineer completing projects from initial concept & specification to completion within customer budget & expectations.Dedicated professional with extensive knowledge of electromechanical technologies and practices. Collaborate in business environment to specify, engineer, design, and develop systems and improve prototypes and products. Devoted team leader contributing to continuous LEAN innovation for business success. Skilled lean focused innovator targeting improvements and efficient operations throughout organizations.SKILLSExtensive complex manufacturing process development and design experience with automation, CNC, PLC & robotics programming, roll-to-roll manufacturing, pneumatics & hydraulics, injection/roto molding, advanced composites, injected & poured polyurethane, injection molding, and soft goods production. Adept at Engineering Project Management, 3D CAD modeling & detailed document creation and approval, BOM data management, system & product concept development. Bespoke automation equipment sales, development, build, test, integration, and support. Validated product designs using statistical test methods and analysis, machined and built concept prototypes for efficient manufacturing. Designed for manufacturing and assembly DFMA reducing build time by as much as 75%. Problem solving troubleshooter, assembler, machinist and welder.
Experience
Plant Manager Chief Engineer
Sep 2024 — Present · US
Spearheaded the scaling of mealworm-based aquafeed production for sustainable aquaculture, reducing reliance on traditional protein sources. • Managed daily operations, strategic planning, and led a team in process optimization, achieving an increase in production efficiency. • Oversaw project timelines and budget management, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within financial constraints.
Education
Winona Senior High School
Pre-Engineering
1986 — 1990
University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Science - BSME, Mechanical Engineering
1990 — 1995
University of Minnesota
Teaching Assistant, Mechanical Engineering Department
1992 — 1993
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