William Silva

MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Skills Overview

William is a hands-on mechanical designer who takes a practical, systems-thinking approach to creating smart, efficient manufacturing solutions. He specializes in designing custom fixtures, robotic welding setups, and precision components that enhance performance in fabrication, machining, and assembly. Known for his solid mechanical expertise and focus on continuous improvement, William delivers robust, production-ready designs that boost quality and reliability. His down-to-earth style and problem-solving mindset make him a trusted team player who helps operations run smoother and smarter.

• ROBOTICS & AUTOMATION – William has strong experience with robotic welding and has successfully delivered MIG fabrication solutions that significantly lift efficiency. He can handle every stage of a robotic project, from designing fixtures to programming and training operators. He’s also skilled in integrating components into robot cells, including gas sensors, tower lights, and other key sensors.

• JIGS & FIXTURE DESIGN – William has designed and implemented jigs and fixtures for assembly, fabrication, machining, painting, and electronics. His designs focus on making the operator’s job easier while exceeding efficiency targets, including electropneumatic solutions that have achieved over 300% improvements in output.

• MECHANICAL DESIGN – With a solid background in design for manufacture, William creates reliable, cost-effective components across machined parts, sheet metal, and 3D-printed plastics and steel. He ensures every design is robust, practical, and ready for efficient production.

• HANDS-ON WORKSHOP EXPERIENCE – Comfortable on the workshop floor, William brings practical know-how with laser cutting, CNC lathes, 3D printers, and milling machines. He’s not afraid to roll up his sleeves to get the job done, and his hands-on experience helps him design parts that assemble smoothly and perform reliably.

• ENGINEERING DOCUMENTATION – William produces clear, tailored documentation that ranges from highly technical detail to simple, easy-to-follow instructions. Whether it’s for workshop teams or clients, he ensures the information is accurate, practical, and repeatable, making complex processes straightforward to understand and apply.

Project Experience