David Troiani

Experience

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  University of Connecticut Complex Fluids Laboratory

  Sept 2011 - May 2014

  Undergraduate Student Researcher

  I assisted Sahil Vora in studying planar interfaces, specifically the air and water interface. This two-phase interaction is studied using functionalized and non-functionalized carbon nanotubes. To this date, there are no mathematical equations which describe the rheology of a nanoparticle-laden interface. The objective of the project is to eventually develop these relationships and understand the fundamental behavior of nanoparticles at multiple-phase interface.http://ma.engr.uconn.edu/

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  Henkel Corporation

  Jun 2012 - Aug 2012

  Laboratory Technician

  I was a laboratory technician for Henkel's Loctite facility assisting Application Engineers in their various projects. Companies working with Loctite would request adhesives for a specific application and many times the Application Engineer working with that company would write up a draft for experimentation to test certain adhesives for the proposed application. Most of the tests conducted revolved around tensile strength or compression strength although there is a plethora of ISO certified tests that can be conducted.The main instruments of experimentation were Instrons, which specialize in testing material properties. Show less

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  Sun Products Corporation

  Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

  Analytical Chemist Intern

  Fragrance has become an increasingly important aspect of laundry detergents over the past decade. Consumers now associate cleanliness with fragrance and not necessarily actual cleaning performance. My project for the summer had me analyzing fragrance components in various detergent brands. The main instrument for experimentation was Gas Chromotography Mass Spectrometry. The majority of fragrance components are volatile organics, making GC/MS an effective means for analysis. Upon analysis of the fragrance spectrums for the various detergents, a fragrance booster aimed at improved deposition, retention, and damp aroma was created based off of trends in successful fragrances analyzed. Several prototypes were constructed and tested for these characteristics. Albeit the boosters did not increase fragrance preference at all, they did improve upon retention in cotton fabric. Show less

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  Applied Control Engineering, Inc.

  Jul 2014 - Jul 2019

  Engineer

  I handled the following tasks on a project to project basis:+HMI configuration (Wonderware/AVEVA, iFIX, FactoryTalk View ME & SE).+PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, GE, AutomationDirect).+DCS Configuration (ABB 800xA).+Network implementation.+General process control logistics.http://www.ace-net.com/

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  Thermo Fisher Scientific

  Aug 2019 - Sept 2021

  I led a team of engineers that supported the implementation and management of process automation as it relates to gene therapy manufacturing applications.

  • Process Automation Manager

    Jul 2021 - Sept 2021

  • Automation Engineer

    Aug 2019 - Sept 2021
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  Verista, Inc.

  Sept 2021 - Jul 2023

  I worked as a Director in the Manufacturing Solutions Service Line. In that role, I had the following responsibilities:+Manage a team of engineers (automation, process, validation, computer system validation), project managers, and other technical consultants across a wide array of life science clients.+Ensure project deliverables were being met and monitor activity on active and emerging accounts to develop additional business opportunities.+Develop strategic vision for Manufacturing Solutions Service Line to forecast annual revenue goals and appropriate budget amounts.+Collaborate with Business Development and Account Management personnel to generate proposals (RFP) for new and existing clientele.+Manage budgetary items for clients and open purchase orders for staffed consultants.+Address operational and leadership issues as they arise to ensure efficiency with internal processes.+Approve timecards, invoices, and budgets for Verista clients nationwide.+Mentor junior engineers on the life sciences industry and engineering fundamentals. Show less I consulted for a major life sciences company as a project manager on an expansive facilities capital project at one of their manufacturing campuses. As project manager, the following activities were required:+Lead a cross functional team of engineers and specialists for facilities and controlled temperature unit (freezers, refrigerators) monitoring upgrades across a campus of manufacturing and technical development facilities.+Coordinate with vendors and other service providers for equipment installations and other project activities.+Design automation control strategies for monitoring system implementation.+Develop project documentation detailing upgrade scope and implementation activities.+Manage project scheduling that outlines installation activities and major project milestones.+Own change controls for upgrade implementation in eQMS (Veeva Vault).+Host weekly and biweekly project meetings pulling in all necessary stakeholders to ensure project implementation fits the allotted timeline and budget.I consulted through Delta Project Management which was purchased by Verista in the early part of 2022. https://verista.com/verista-acquires-delta-pm-validation-and-compliance-powerhouse/ Show less

  • Service Line Director, Manufacturing Solutions

    May 2022 - Jul 2023

  • Sr. Automation Engineer, Project Manager, Site Lead

    Sept 2021 - Jul 2023
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  Moderna

  Jul 2023 - now

  Principal Technical Program Manager, Manufacturing and Facilities Systems