Patrick Barbieri
About Patrick Barbieri
Patrick Barbieri is a Mechanical Designer with over 18 years of experience at Hatch Associates. He holds a DEC in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Dawson College and has contributed to various projects in the smelting industry.
Work at Hatch
Patrick Barbieri has been employed at Hatch Associates as a Mechanical Designer since 2006. Over the course of 18 years, he has played a significant role in various engineering projects. His responsibilities include contributing to feasibility studies for both brownfield expansions and greenfield smelters. He focuses on specialized areas such as potshell delining facilities and amperage creep, which are critical for optimizing smelting operations.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Barbieri studied at Dawson College, where he pursued a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology. He achieved a Diploma of College Studies (DEC) from 1994 to 1998, completing a four-year program. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in mechanical design and engineering technology.
Previous Experience at Winpak Heat Seal
Before joining Hatch Associates, Patrick Barbieri worked at Winpak Heat Seal as a Mechanical Engineering Technologist from 1998 to 2006. During his eight years at Winpak, he gained valuable experience in mechanical engineering, which contributed to his professional development and expertise in the field.
Project Contributions
Patrick Barbieri has contributed to various projects aimed at enhancing metal throughput in smelting operations. His work includes involvement in smelter casthouse projects, such as furnace rebuilds and slab saw refurbishments. Additionally, he has participated in operations support projects, including potroom electrical insulation replacement and urgent busbar repairs, ensuring efficient and reliable operations.