Ron Bulischeck

About Ron Bulischeck

Strategic Process Engineer | Industrial Automation & AI IntegrationI specialize in transforming complex manufacturing challenges into high-ROI automated solutions. With a background in Mechanical Engineering and a focus on Lean methodology, I bridge the gap between raw data and operational excellence.From leading multi-million dollar capital projects to deploying vision-guided robotics and AI-driven workflows, I move with urgency to eliminate inefficiencies and scale production. I don\'t just manage processes; I re-engineer them for the future. CORE COMPETENCIES• Analytical Problem Solving: Rapidly identifying patterns in data to resolve system inefficiencies and validate manufacturing processes.• Learning Agility: Quickly mastering and integrating new technologies, from software migrations to emerging AI tools.• Project & Time Management: Pushing complex projects forward with a sense of urgency while managing strict deployment timelines and compliance targets. TECHNICAL EXPERTISE• Industrial Automation: Automated cell deployment, Robotics (FANUC, Universal Robots).• Engineering & Design: CAD management and design (Solid Edge, AutoCAD).• Systems & Programming: Python, AI for automation, IT/OT infrastructure integration.• Compliance & Security: CMMC Level 2 frameworks (PreVeil). CONTACT & PORTFOLIO• Email: r•••@bulischeck.com• Resume & Projects: ron.bulischeck.com

Experience

1. Process Engineer

   Aalberts Surface Technologies - Paulo Heat Treating

   Aug 2022 — Present · St Louis, MO, US

   Global service provider specializing in thermal processing, advanced polymer and thermal spray coatings, and brazing to enhance the durability and performance of manufactured components. STRATEGIC CAPEX & ROI OPTIMIZATION:• Analyze production data to guide executive leadership on capital allocation • Maximize ROI for major facility upgrades and equipment investments. ADVANCED AUTOMATION (Single Crystal Turbine Blades): • Designed and integrated a comprehensive automation cell; featuring laser cleaning, vision-guided robotics, automatic drilling, and custom tooling• Reduced direct labor by 5 FTEs. QUALITY ENGINEERING & ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS: • Investigate and resolve critical plant quality issues using process data• Specifically targeting and reducing appearance defects on finished parts. ENTERPRISE CMMS STANDARDIZATION: • Spearheaded a company-wide CMMS rollout across multiple facilities• Standardized maintenance tracking, unified asset management, and reduced unplanned downtime.

Education

• Missouri University of Science and Technology

  Bachelor's Degree, Mechanical Engineering

  2011 — 2014

Skills

• Research
• Control Systems Design
• Peoplesoft
• Mechanical Product Design
• Microsoft Office
• Materials Testing
• Autocad
• Design Analysis
• Leadership
• Fluid Mechanics
• Engineering
• Project Management
• Solidworks
• Thermodynamics
• Matlab
• Cad
• 3d Modeling
• Machine Operation
• Manufacturing Processes
• Nx Unigraphics
• Rapid Prototyping
• Process Engineering
• Finite Element Analysis
• Mechanical Engineering
• Microsoft Suites
• Fatigue Analysis
• Simulations
• Technical Writing
• People Skills
• Construction Engineering
• Computer Science
• Dynamics
• Calculus
• Physics