Daniel N. Meyer¶
Manufacturing Technologist
Chicago, IL
Curriculum Vitae or Extended Resume¶
This document provides additional information beyond the short form resume already recieved.¶
Additional Work Experience¶
Electric Bike Mechanic¶
The Electric Bike Store, Chicago, IL
Feb 2023 - May 2023
Repaired and upgraded electric bikes with brushless electric hub and gear motors used in harsh, all season environments of the city. Removed old or broken control systems, motors and controllers, and replaced or upgraded the components with new and or higher performance parts. Cut, spliced, and adapted wiring looms, soldering all wires for durability and longevity. Rebuilt, adjusted, and replaced standard bike parts and assemblies.
Product Design Engineer¶
Peerless Industries, Melrose Park, IL
Sept 2006 – April 2007
Assisted fellow engineers in design for manufacturability of sand and die cast parts. Gained first-hand knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing processes. Provided detailed 2D prints to the toolroom and manufacturing to fabricate sheet metal parts. Translated customers needs into production-ready designs in three days or less.
Manufacturing Project Engineer¶
ADC Manufacturing, Wheeling, IL
2005 - Sept 2006
Led various projects from die casting product launches to custom machine design, fabrication, and installation. Prepared automated manufacturing cell concepts. Planned, purchased, and installed automation equipment. Project manager for Delphi Electronics hybrid vehicle systems castings.
Process Engineer¶
Acme Die Casting, Northbrook, IL
2003 - 2005
Planned, designed, purchased, and installed automation equipment for lean manufacturing cells. Designed and built small machines and automation equipment. Trained plant personnel on robotic programming and other automated equipment usage. Worked as Process Engineer analyzing and controlling process variables for die casting of aluminum, magnesium, and zinc die casting processes.
Mold Designer¶
R&S Design, Roselle, IL
2002 - 2003
Designed complex die casting dies, trim tools, cast parts, and assemblies in 3D CAD. Used previous knowledge of casting technology to enhance performance on the job. Completed SolidWorks training courses in Technical Drafting and Detailing as well as Mold Design.
Process Engineer¶
Chicago White Metal Casting, Bensenville, IL
1998 - 2002
Analyzed and controlled process variables for proprietary magnesium injection molding, hot chamber magnesium, hot chamber zinc and cold chamber aluminum die casting processes. Tools used: Process monitoring and control software, SolidWorks and Unigraphics CAD systems, SPC, and metal casting simulation /analysis software. Was shop floor lead on CISIRO Advanced Casting Machinery Group mini-nozzle experiments that eliminated runners and sprues allowing direct injection die casting.
Manufacturing Technician¶
Leitelt Brothers Foundry, Chicago IL
1991 - 1998
Trained and supervised machine shop personnel. Initiated use of CAD systems for shop drawings and design. Set up the following: lathes, mills, drill press, gang drills, multiple spindle drills, pneumatic feeds and clamping fixtures. Performed TIG welding of large and small non-ferrous sand castings. Cost estimated new machining jobs. Designed and built machining fixtures.
Additional Education¶
Prairie State College¶
1994 Associate of Applied Science Manufacturing Technology Graduted cum laude.
SolidWorks Training¶
1998-2003
Ten professional courses completed including advanced mold design.
Extracurricular Activities¶
NASA Citizen Science, Eclipse Ballooning Project¶
2017
Team leader and Ground Station designer/.operator and fabricator¶
On the 2017 NASA Eclipse Ballooning Project. An interview and description of this project.
Hacker and Hackerspace Member / Instructor¶
2010 - Present
I have been a hacker since 1988. From 2010 onward I have been a member, instructor and a director-at-large at two Chicago area hackerspace: [South Side Hackerspace: Chicago(https://sshchicago.org/)] (ssh:c) and Pumping Station: One (PS:One)
Ameture Radio Operator¶
General Class
2017 - Present
I have been an General Class Amateur Radio Operator, call sign KD9JKH since 2017. I specialize in analog long distance handheld voice and high altitude television transmission in the UHF, and VHF bands. I also am experienced at tracking high altitude balloons over long distances with Automatic Packet Reporting System (APRS) and other tracking systems.
Power Racing Series¶
Designer, Fabricator, Pit Crew, Aerial Videographer¶
I have been involved with the Power Racing Series since 2010. I was the co-designer and fabricator along with two other members of the PS:One Bluesmobile build and racing team.
References¶
References available upon request.
NSF format CV¶
Short Bio 2011-2023¶
Dan Meyer is a Manufacturing Technologist and was the Fab Lab Senior Manager at the Museum of Science and Industry Wanger Family Fabrication Laboratory. Dan Led a team of staff and volunteers providing hands-on experiences in digital design, fabrication, as well as technical education for students, educators, and the general public. Dan also supported the International Fab Lab Network and Chicago area maker spaces. Dan has a Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Technology. Previous to joining the museum Dan worked for over 20 years in manufacturing with a focus in high-tech metal casting processes, metal casting tooling and design for manufacturing. Later in his career Dan worked at a manufacturing non-profit teaching technical courses and managing government grant funded research to improve the performance, efficiency, and competitiveness of metal casting designs and foundry operations.
Long Bio 2011-2023¶
Dan Meyer is a Manufacturing Technologist and was the Fab Lab Senior Manager at the Museum of Science and Industry Wanger Family Fabrication Laboratory. Dan Led a team of staff and volunteers providing hands-on experiences in digital design, fabrication, as well as technical education for students, educators, and the general public. Dan also supported the International Fab Lab Network and Chicago area maker spaces. Dan has a Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Technology. Previous to joining the museum Dan worked for over 20 years in manufacturing with a focus in high-tech metal casting processes, metal casting tooling and design for manufacturing. Later in his career Dan worked at a manufacturing non-profit teaching technical courses and managing government grant funded research to improve the performance, efficiency, and competitiveness of metal casting designs and foundry operations.
During his manufacturing career, Dan worked his way up from the shop floor as a machinist, welder and technician to positions in engineering, project management, and design. Ultimately he worked as a design engineer, researcher, and educator with the North American Die Casting Association. Dan is a member and instructor at South Side Hackerspace: Chicago. In 20212 Dan served as Director at Large at Pumping Station: One, hackerspace. Dan received his Associate in Applied Science in Manufacturing Technology from Prairie State College and a Bachelors of Applied Science Degree in Manufacturing Technology and Management from the Illinois Institute of Technology. Dan is a Manufacturing Technologist: a combination of a Scientist, Manufacturing Technician and Engineer. Dan resides in Chicago, with his spouse Jet, in an apartment, most of which is occupied by bicycles, computers, tools and machines for digitally designing and fabricating radio controlled aircraft and other objects.
- Education:
Illinois Institute of Technology: B.S., Manufacturing Technology and Management, 2006 Prairie State College: A.A.S., Manufacturing Technology, 1993 - Professional Experience:
Senior Fab Lab Manager, Museum of Science and Industry 2011 to Present Design Engineer, North American Die Casting Association 2007 - 2011 Product Design Engineer, Peerless Industries 2006 - 2007 Project Engineer, ADC Die Casting and Manufacturing 2004 -2006 Manufacturing Engineer, ACME Die Casting 2001 - 2003 Designer, R&S Design, 2000 -2001 Process Engineer, Chicago White Metal Die Casting 1994-2001 Machinist, Welder, Machine Shop Foreman, Leitelt Brothers Foundry 1991 - 1994 - Publications:
Daniel N. Meyer, NADCA Design Website, 2009 ,http://www.diecastingdesign.org Daniel N. Meyer, Editor. Product Design for Die Casting, North American Die Casting Association, 122p, 2009 - Synergistic Activities:
Member and Instructor, South Side Hackerspace: Chicago https://sshchicago.org/ Dan leads workshops to build CNC cut Radio Control Aircraft and then instructs on safe flight of radio control aircraft. Nasa Eclipse Ballooning Project 2017 Project Leader and Ground Station Operator: Citizen Scientists Capture Eerie Images Above the Earth During Solar Eclipse Director at Large, Pumping Station: One http://pumpingstationone.org a Chicago based co-op workshop, maker and hackerspace. Dan is an active member of the space and served on the board of directors in 2012. Dan teaches welding and machining classes at the space and is involved with various fabrication projects at the space. Designer, Fabricator, and Pit Crew: Power Racing Series Sub $500 small electric racing vehicles. With a team of two other people designed and fabricated a custom welded frame and electrical power system for one vehicle and served as pit crew for the Bluesmobile vehicle in the 2012 and 2013 racing series. Aero Sport RC Club, Member and Instructor, Mettawa IL. Dan is a new pilot instructor and member at the club which is for hobby flying of radio control aircraft. Dan also custom designs, manufactures and builds radio control aircraft for personal use and sale. These aircraft are designed in 3D Computer Aided Design software and then manufactured on his own home built computer numerical control foam cutting machine.
Collaborators and Other Affiliations¶
- Pumping Station: One: Member, 2012 Director at Large, Instructor.
- South Side Hackerspace Chicago: Member and instructor
- Chicago Makers Group, Co-Host and Meeting Organizer.
- Computer Modeling Committee 1995- 2010 server as a member of this committee as well as a beta tester of CastView a 3D voxel based casting flow analysis software. This committee was an industrial and academic collaboration between the North American Die Casting Association and Dr. R. Allen Miller, Professor, Industrial and Systems Engineering, Ohio State University
- INTERZINC Design Seminars 2007 - 2011 served as a presenter teaching zinc die casting design techniques to design professionals.
Format for cut and paste into NSF Bio Sketch Form:¶
PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION¶
| Institution | City, St | Area of Study | Degree | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois Institute of Technology | Chicago, IL | Manufacturing Technology and Management | BS | 2006 |
| Prairie State College | Chicago Heights, IL | Manufacturing Technology | AAS | 1993 |
APPOINTMENTS¶
| Years | Appointment |
|---|---|
| 2011-2023 | Fab Lab Senior Manager Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago, IL |
| 2012-2013 | Director at Large, Pumping Station: One Hackerspace, Chicago, IL |
| 2007-2011 | Design Engineer, North American Die Casting Association, Arlington Heights, IL |
| 2007-2006 | Product Design Engineer, Peerless Industries, Aurora, IL |
| 2004-2006 | Project Engineer, ADC Die Casting and Manufacturing |
| 2001-2003 | Manufacturing Engineer, ACME Die Casting Northbrook, IL |
| 2000-2001 | Designer, R&S Design, Roselle, IL |
| 1994-2001 | Process Engineer, Chicago White Metal Die Casting, Bensenville, IL |
| 1991-1994 | Machinist, Welder, Machine Shop Foreman, Leitelt Brothers Foundry, Chicago, IL |
PRODUCTS¶
- Daniel N. Meyer, NADCA Design Website, 2009 ,http://www.diecastingdesign.org
- Daniel N. Meyer, Editor. Product Design for Die Casting, North American Die Casting Association, 122p, 2009
SYNERGISTIC ACTIVITIES¶
- Home Digital Fabrication Lab: Custom designs, manufactures and builds radio control aircraft. Aircraft are designed in 3D Computer Aided Design software and then manufactured on custom designed home built and off the shelf computer numerical control machines.
- Member and Instructor, South Side Hackerspace: Chicago a co-op workshop https://sshchicago.org/ Workshop designer and leader for building CNC cut radio control aircraft and subsequent safe flight. Welding and machining Instructor. Involved with various fabrication projects at the space. Project leader and ground station operator for the NASA Eclipse Ballooning Project 2017 https://eclipse2017.nasa.gov/balloon-observations#
- Designer, Fabricator, and Pit Crew: Power Racing Series http://powerracingseries.org/ Sub $500 small electric vehicles. With a team of two other people designed and fabricated a custom welded frame and electrical power system for the Bluesmobile vehicle and served as pit crew for the 2012 and 2013 racing series.