Courtney Roberts
About Courtney Roberts
Courtney Roberts is a Welding Process Engineer III at Tennant Company, with extensive experience in welding and engineering. With a background in mechanical and automotive engineering, Roberts has worked in various roles across multiple companies and holds an AWS Certified Welding Inspector certificate.
Work at Tennant
Courtney Roberts has been employed at Tennant Company as a Welding Process Engineer III since 2022. Located in Golden Valley, Minnesota, Roberts has contributed to the company's welding processes for two years. The role involves applying expertise in welding techniques and engineering principles to enhance production efficiency and quality.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to joining Tennant, Courtney Roberts worked at The Toro Company as a Welding Automation Engineer from 2012 to 2021. This nine-year tenure in Shakopee allowed Roberts to develop skills in welding automation. Additionally, Roberts held positions at Chart Industries, Inc. as a Welding Engineer for nine months and at Donaldson Company Inc. as a Test Engineer for eight months in 2012.
Education and Expertise
Courtney Roberts studied Mechanical Engineering at St. Cloud State University - Herberger Business School from 2004 to 2006. Roberts later pursued a Bachelor of Science in Automotive Engineering at Minnesota State University, Mankato from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, Roberts holds a diploma in Welding from Ridgewater Technical College, which was completed from 1999 to 2001.
Welding Skills and Certifications
Courtney Roberts possesses extensive knowledge in various welding techniques, including GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), and SMAW (STICK). Roberts is also familiar with NDT and holds an AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certificate. The experience includes both hands-on work on the shop floor and technical writing, particularly in creating specifications. Roberts has experience with robotic integration and programming, specifically with Fanuc robots and vision systems.
Technical Knowledge and Interpersonal Skills
Courtney Roberts has a strong understanding of ASME and AAR welding codes. In addition to technical skills, Roberts demonstrates strong interpersonal abilities, facilitating effective communication with operators, engineering teams, and management. This combination of technical knowledge and interpersonal skills enhances collaboration and project execution in engineering environments.