Ryan Hall
About Ryan Hall
Ryan Hall is a Senior Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in automated mechanical tooling design for the medical and semiconductor industries. He holds patents in web-handling and has worked at various companies, including ATS Automation Tooling Systems and Andrews-Cooper, while also holding a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Oregon State University.
Work at Andrews Cooper
Ryan Hall has served as a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Andrews-Cooper since 2019. In this role, he focuses on automated mechanical tooling design, particularly for the medical and semiconductor sectors. His expertise in web-handling and converting is complemented by his extensive experience in developing intellectual property related to new product concepts. Hall's contributions to the company are informed by his prior experience and a commitment to integrating new technologies into engineering solutions.
Previous Experience in Mechanical Engineering
Prior to his current position, Ryan Hall worked at several notable companies in the mechanical engineering field. He spent seven years at DWFritz Automation as a Senior Mechanical Engineer from 2012 to 2019. Before that, he briefly worked at Lam Research for four months in 2012. Hall also held a five-year position at ATS Automation Tooling Systems, where he was a Senior Mechanical Engineer from 2006 to 2011 and later served as a Project Manager for one year. His career began at Eastman Kodak, where he worked as a Converting Project/Design Engineer from 2000 to 2006.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Hall holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Oregon State University. He also studied at Chemeketa Community College, where he completed a General Study program. Hall's educational background is complemented by his certification in Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing concepts, which underscores his foundation in process improvement methodologies. His expertise extends to testing practices, manufacturing procedures, and machine capabilities.
Patents and Innovations
Ryan Hall possesses patents in the field of converting, which highlights his innovative contributions to mechanical engineering. His work primarily focuses on automated mechanical tooling design, showcasing his specialization in the medical and semiconductor industries. Hall's extensive experience in developing intellectual property around new product concepts demonstrates his commitment to advancing engineering practices and technologies.
Early Career and Internships
Before establishing himself in senior engineering roles, Ryan Hall began his career as an Engineering Intern at NACCO Materials Handling Group in 1999. This internship provided him with foundational experience in the engineering field. His early career also included a significant role at Eastman Kodak, where he worked for six years as a Converting Project/Design Engineer, further developing his skills and knowledge in mechanical engineering.