Brian Gillespie
About Brian Gillespie
Brian Gillespie is a Mechanical Development Engineer with extensive experience in mechanical design and analysis. He has worked at Phoenix Contact since 2013 and has a strong background in Monte Carlo Tolerance Analysis and advanced engineering software.
Work at Phoenix Contact
Brian Gillespie has been employed at Phoenix Contact since 2013, currently holding the position of Mechanical Development Engineer. His tenure at the company spans over 11 years. Prior to this role, he worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer at Phoenix Contact from 2008 to 2013 for five years. In both positions, he has contributed to various engineering projects, leveraging his expertise in mechanical design and analysis.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Phoenix Contact, Brian Gillespie worked at Tyco Electronics as a Machine Design Engineer from 1995 to 2001 for six years. He then transitioned to Foxconn Electronics, where he served as a Development Engineer from 2002 to 2008 for six years. His diverse experience across these companies has equipped him with a broad skill set in mechanical engineering and design.
Education and Expertise
Brian Gillespie earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Clarkson University, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. His educational background laid the foundation for his expertise in advanced engineering software, including ProEngineer, Solidworks, and IDEAS, which he utilizes for product and machine design. He also specializes in Monte Carlo Tolerance Analysis and employs Finite Element Analysis (FEA) in his engineering projects.
Specialization in Engineering Analysis
Brian Gillespie specializes in Monte Carlo Tolerance Analysis, a statistical method used to predict the behavior of systems with uncertain parameters. This expertise is complemented by his use of Finite Element Analysis (FEA), which allows him to simulate and analyze physical phenomena in his engineering projects. His focus on these analytical methods enhances the reliability and performance of the designs he develops.