Lawrence Cutcliffe

About Lawrence Cutcliffe

Engineering Manager with 20+ years of global experience delivering complex automation projects across diverse industries. I lead multidisciplinary teams across the full automation spectrum, including Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Instrumentation, and Electrical scopes, ensuring seamless integration and high-performance outcomes.With a strong background in consulting and system design, I specialize in developing platform-agnostic automation solutions tailored to client needs. My expertise spans GMP-regulated life sciences environments, validated processes, and S88 Batch systems, allowing me to guide projects with a firm grasp of both technical and regulatory requirements.I combine deep engineering know-how with strong business acumen, managing budgets, financial planning, and resource allocation to keep projects on track and within budget. From initial concept through to handover, I take ownership of the entire project lifecycle, balancing performance, compliance, and cost efficiency to consistently deliver value for clients and stakeholders.

Experience

1. Engineering Manager

   Mescada

   Nov 2019 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

Education

• University of Sydney

  Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering

  1999 — 2002

Skills

• Fat
• Engineering
• Epc
• Water Treatment
• Project Engineering
• Process Automation
• Fds
• Programmable Logic Controller (Plc)
• Preventive Maintenance
• Power Plants
• Process Control
• Engineering Management
• Rslogix
• Piping
• Plc Programming
• Control Systems Design
• Profibus
• Pumps
• Hydraulics
• Ms Project
• Hmis
• Control Valves
• Factory
• Electricians
• Power Distribution
• Water
• Pcs7
• Plc
• Cad
• Engineering Design
• Electrical Wiring
• Dcs
• Allen Bradley
• Scada
• Autocad
• Automation
• Distributed Control System (Dcs)
• Maintenance Management
• Electrical Engineering
• Citect