Christian Parris
About Christian Parris
Christian Parris is an Application Engineer currently employed at BLOX in Bessemer, Alabama. He has a background in Mechanical Engineering and has held various engineering roles, including Project Engineer at Cascades Sonoco, Inc. from 2016 to 2020.
Current Role at BLOX
Christian Parris has been serving as an Application Engineer at BLOX since 2021. In this role, he applies his engineering expertise to develop and implement innovative solutions. His responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and customer satisfaction. Parris's work contributes to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the engineering processes at BLOX, located in Bessemer, Alabama.
Previous Experience at Cascades Sonoco, Inc.
Before joining BLOX, Christian Parris worked as a Project Engineer at Cascades Sonoco, Inc. from 2016 to 2020. During his four years in this position, he gained valuable experience in project management and engineering practices. His role involved overseeing various projects, ensuring they met specifications and were completed on time. This experience laid a strong foundation for his transition to application engineering.
Background in Mechanical Engineering
Christian Parris graduated from the University of Alabama in May 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. His education provided him with a solid understanding of engineering principles and practices. Parris's academic background has been instrumental in his career progression, equipping him with the skills necessary for both project and application engineering roles.
Early Career at Bruster's Real Ice Cream
Christian Parris began his career as a Team Leader at Bruster's Real Ice Cream, where he worked from 2008 to 2011. In this role, he developed leadership skills and gained experience in team management. His time at Bruster's provided him with a foundation in customer service and operational management, which has been beneficial in his subsequent engineering roles.
Transition to Application Engineering
In 2021, Christian Parris transitioned from his role as a Project Engineer to an Application Engineer. This shift reflects his adaptability and commitment to professional growth within the engineering field. The transition allowed him to focus more on application-specific challenges and solutions, leveraging his previous project management experience to enhance his contributions in his current position.