Ken Grech
About Ken Grech
Ken Grech is an R and D Design Engineer with over 13 years of experience at Kennametal, where he has developed products and maintained engineering standards. He has a background in machining and engineering design, having previously worked at Valenite in various roles.
Work at Kennametal
Ken Grech has been employed at Kennametal since 2011, serving as an R and D Design Engineer for 13 years in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. In addition to his role in the United States, he also works at Kennametal Stellram Limited as a Product Engineer in Melksham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. His responsibilities include developing products using Unigraphics NX9 integrated with an SAP database. He has contributed to the creation and maintenance of part families for standard components utilized in cutter body assemblies and assisted in updating older Stellram files to align with Kennametal standards.
Previous Experience at Valenite
Prior to his tenure at Kennametal, Ken Grech worked at Valenite for a total of 13 years, holding various positions. He began as a Manual and Computer Numerical Control Bridgeport Machinist from 1983 to 1991. Following this role, he transitioned to become an Engineering Designer and Detailer from 1996 to 2009. Additionally, he served as a Computer Numerical Control Five Axis Machinist from 1991 to 1996. His diverse experience at Valenite provided him with a strong foundation in machining and engineering design.
Education and Expertise
Ken Grech studied at Pontiac Business Institute, where he graduated. His education has supported his career in engineering and design, particularly in the areas of parametric modeling of cutter bodies and inserts for high-temperature alloys. This expertise is evident in his work at Kennametal and Valenite, where he applied his knowledge to develop and enhance engineering products.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Ken Grech possesses technical skills in parametric modeling, particularly for cutter bodies and inserts designed for high-temperature alloys. His proficiency in Unigraphics NX9 and SAP database integration has been instrumental in product development at Kennametal. He has also played a key role in maintaining and updating engineering files to meet industry standards, showcasing his commitment to quality and precision in engineering practices.