Andrew Schneer, P.E.
About Andrew Schneer, P.E.
Andrew Schneer, P.E. is a System Mechatronics Engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University. He has extensive experience in mechanical design and applications engineering, having worked for Sensata Technologies before joining Blue River Technology in 2022.
Work at Blue River Technology
Andrew Schneer serves as a System Mechatronics Engineer at Blue River Technology, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for conducting failure analysis on test parts and customer returns. He focuses on identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to sustain improvements. His work emphasizes the importance of maintaining low component costs through simple designs and streamlined assembly processes.
Previous Experience at Sensata Technologies
Prior to his current role, Andrew Schneer worked at Sensata Technologies for a total of five years. He began as a Design Engineering Intern in 2014, where he gained initial industry experience. He then progressed to a Mechanical Design Engineer role from 2015 to 2018, focusing on Hall-Effect Position Sensors for heavy vehicles and off-road applications. Following this, he served as an Applications Engineer from 2018 to 2022, specializing in electrification for heavy vehicles.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Schneer earned his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University, completing his studies from 2011 to 2015. His education provided him with a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various engineering roles.
Background as a Machining Technician
During his time at Tufts University, Andrew Schneer worked as a Machining Technician from 2012 to 2015. This role allowed him to develop practical skills in machining and further understand the manufacturing processes that are essential in engineering design and development.
Collaboration and Communication Skills
Andrew Schneer emphasizes the importance of networking within large organizations. He collaborates effectively with various departments, including technicians, test labs, purchasing, drafting, project managers, finance, and shipping/receiving. He is also responsible for leading weekly updates to major commercial vehicle OEMs, providing detailed reports that include design concepts, test data, analysis, and actionable conclusions.