Tim Breen
Title: Machine Shops & Project Manager
What is your role here at ECS?
I manage the ECS student and research shops, providing engineering consultation and training for undergrad and research projects of all kinds.
Engineering students of all majors are welcome to stop in and sign up for a short training session to use equipment.
Our capabilities include; 3D printing, laser cutting, water jet cutting, welding and CNC machining.
What is your favorite part of working here at ECS?
The wide array of interesting projects.
Sharing ideas with a diversity of curious minds.
William VanNordstrand
Title: Senior Experimental Machinist
What is your role here at ECS?
My role is to offer my expertise in cost effective designing, machining and assembly of research projects, student projects, clubs and wherever my help is needed.
What is your favorite part of working here at ECS?
Being able to work for and work with very brilliant people.
Thomas E. Braga
Title: Senior Experimental Machinist
What is your role here at ECS?
I have the pleasure to interact with faculty, staff, researchers, engineers, and students using rough sketches and concepts or finished blueprints to understand their specific needs. Review work for feasibility and initiate corrective action as required. I use precision machines and hand tools to make concepts a reality to close tolerances; tools include mills, lathes, saws, presses, brakes and shears.
What is your favorite part of working here at ECS?
The freedom to think outside the box and work with some of the smartest people on this planet.
Jim Sheedy
Title: Facilities Manager
What is your role here at ECS?
I am the Facilities Manager for the College of Engineering and Computer Science. My job is to make sure that the buildings under my care are in appropriate working order to meet the needs of all the various groups so those individual occupants can perform their jobs and duties to the best of their abilities.
What is your favorite part of working here at ECS?
I enjoy working with a team with a common goal to provide the best education and opportunities to the future generation so they can achieve their lifelong goals.