Craig Driggs, P.E.
About Craig Driggs, P.E.
Craig Driggs, P.E. is a Maintenance and Facilities Manager at Oregon Tool, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in engineering and facilities management, having held various roles at companies such as Microchip Technology and Siltronic AG.
Work at Oregon Tool
Craig Driggs has served as the Maintenance and Facilities Manager at Oregon Tool since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the maintenance operations and ensuring the efficient functioning of facilities and equipment. His focus includes improving equipment reliability and minimizing downtime in manufacturing processes. Driggs' management of maintenance teams contributes to the overall operational efficiency of the organization, which is located in the Portland, Oregon area.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Oregon Tool, Craig Driggs held several engineering positions. He worked at Microchip Technology as a Principal Engineer from 2002 to 2008. Following this, he served as the Site Engineering Manager at Siltronic AG from 2008 to 2015. His experience also includes a role as a Data Center Facilities Engineer at Atmosera from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he worked at Fujitsu Microelectronics and Siltronic AG in facilities engineering roles. His extensive background in engineering has equipped him with the skills necessary for optimizing production equipment performance.
Education and Expertise
Craig Driggs earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from Portland State University, where he studied from 1987 to 1989. His educational background laid the foundation for his engineering career, which spans over three decades. Driggs has developed expertise in managing maintenance teams and improving equipment reliability, particularly in high-volume manufacturing environments.
Career Progression and Roles
Craig Driggs has progressed through various roles in the engineering and facilities management sectors. His career began as a Design Engineer at Hyster Company in 1989. Over the years, he has taken on increasing responsibilities, including positions as Facilities Engineer and Facility Engineer Supervisor at different organizations. His diverse experience across multiple companies has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of facilities management and engineering practices.