Neil Solan
About Neil Solan
Neil Solan is an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer at Kennametal, specializing in optimizing production processes in the pressing department. He employs Lean Six Sigma methodologies and has a background in mechanical engineering from Penn State Erie.
Work at Kennametal
Neil Solan currently serves as an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer at Kennametal, a position he has held since 2021. His role focuses on optimizing production processes within the pressing department. He is involved in projects that aim to simplify and modernize high tonnage powder pressing operations. Prior to this role, he worked as an Associate Engineer in the EMERGE Rotational Program from 2019 to 2021, also at Kennametal, where he gained valuable experience in manufacturing processes.
Education and Expertise
Neil Solan earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from Penn State Erie, The Behrend College, completing his studies from 2014 to 2018. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his current engineering role. He also possesses expertise in project management, particularly in heavy equipment moves, and employs Lean Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvements in manufacturing.
Background
Before his tenure at Kennametal, Neil Solan worked as a Resident Assistant at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College from 2016 to 2018. This role involved supporting fellow students and contributing to the campus community. Additionally, he gained practical experience as a Research and Development Intern at ABB from 2017 to 2018, where he further developed his engineering skills in a real-world setting.
Projects and Initiatives
In his current role at Kennametal, Neil Solan is actively involved in projects that focus on simplifying and modernizing high tonnage powder pressing operations. His work aims to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in production processes, demonstrating his commitment to continuous improvement in manufacturing.