James Van Ert
About James Van Ert
James Van Ert is a Controls Engineer with experience in designing control systems for the food and beverage industry. He has worked in various roles, including technical sales and personal care, and has contributed to community projects and engineering initiatives.
Current Role at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group
James Van Ert serves as a Controls Engineer at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, a position he has held since 2024. His role involves designing and implementing control systems, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness in various engineering projects.
Previous Experience in Engineering and Sales
Prior to his current position, James worked as an Automation Controls Engineer at Cybertrol Engineering from 2021 to 2024. He also gained experience as a Technical Sales Engineer Intern at RuppAir in 2020 and held multiple roles at Jimmy John's, including Assistant Team Manager and Service Delivery Specialist, from 2016 to 2020.
Education and Mechanical Engineering Background
James Van Ert studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Minnesota, earning a Bachelor of Science degree from 2017 to 2020. He completed his high school education at Lakeville South High School, where he graduated with a High School Diploma in 2017.
Community Involvement and Projects
James has actively participated in community projects, including the renovation of the community garden for Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Burnsville, MN. He contributed to the aquaponics structuring project for Lincoln International High School in Minneapolis through Engineers Without Borders.
Notable Projects and Technical Skills
James has worked on significant projects such as the HVAC system retrofit for the Brown County Law Enforcement Center, where he utilized life-cycle cost analysis for design evaluation. He has experience in designing control systems specifically for the food and beverage industry, with an emphasis on dairy processing.