Roger Louton
About Roger Louton
Roger Louton is a Vacuum Systems Designer with extensive experience in mechanical design and CAD applications. He has worked at various companies, including Edwards and Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and holds certifications in Solidworks and project management.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Roger Louton currently serves as a Vacuum Systems Designer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to various projects and initiatives related to vacuum systems. His role involves applying his extensive knowledge and experience in vacuum technology to support the laboratory's research and development efforts.
Previous Experience at Edwards
Before joining Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Roger worked at Edwards as a Mechanical Design Engineering Leader from 2015 to 2019. During his four years in Hillsboro, Oregon, he led design engineering efforts, focusing on mechanical systems and contributing to the advancement of vacuum technology.
Career at Spectra Tech, Inc.
Roger Louton worked as a Vacuum Systems Designer at Spectra Tech, Inc. from 2020 to 2022. His role involved designing and implementing vacuum systems, leveraging his expertise to enhance system performance and reliability during his two years in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
Educational Background and Certifications
Roger studied at the University of Oregon-Portland, where he earned a Professional Certification in Meeting & Event Management and Planning from 2004 to 2008. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Project Management from Warner Pacific College, completed from 2009 to 2012. Additionally, he is a Certified Solidworks 2020 Associate (CSWA), showcasing his proficiency in design software.
Expertise in CAD and Design Engineering
Roger possesses over 22,000 hours of experience using CATIA 3DExperience, V5, and V4. He is proficient in managing multiple CAD assemblies and drawing packages using ENOVIA V5 with Virtual Product Management interface. His expertise extends to Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing according to ANSI Standard Y14.5m 1994, and he has extensive experience with design materials such as plastic injection molding and carbon fiber.