Adam Giles
About Adam Giles
Adam Giles is a Digital Engineer at Kennametal in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, with extensive experience in product engineering and design. He has worked in various roles at Kennametal since 2013 and is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Technical Operations Management.
Work at Kennametal
Adam Giles has held multiple positions at Kennametal, a global leader in tooling and industrial services. He began his tenure in 2015 as a Senior Designer for Lathe Tools in Product Engineering, where he worked for five months. He then transitioned to the role of Senior Designer for Virtual Machining in Product Engineering from 2015 to 2017. Following this, he served as Lead Designer for Virtual Machining from 2017 to 2021. Since 2021, he has been working as a Digital Engineer in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, contributing to various engineering projects.
Education and Expertise
Adam Giles studied at Westmoreland County Community College, where he earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.) degree in Architectural Drafting and Design from 2010 to 2013. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Technical Operations Management with a Minor in Business from Ohio University. His educational background equips him with both technical and management skills, enhancing his capabilities in engineering roles.
Background in Engineering Design
Adam Giles has extensive experience in engineering design, particularly in the field of virtual machining and lathe tools. His familiarity with international standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 13399, DIN 4000, and DIN 4003 underscores his commitment to quality management and product data exchange. He is skilled in using Siemens NX, a high-end CAD/CAM/CAE software, which is essential for engineering design tasks.
Previous Work Experience
Before his career at Kennametal, Adam Giles worked at American Pool Enterprises, Inc as a Lifeguard from 2010 to 2013. He also gained experience in the food industry, working as a Line Cook/Crew at Five Guys Enterprises from 2008 to 2013. His diverse work history reflects a range of skills and adaptability in various environments.