Brian Gilbane

Brian Gilbane is a Mechanical System Engineer at BladeRunner Energy since May 2023, with a robust background in engineering and design. Previously, Brian held positions as a Manufacturing/Process Engineer at Parker Hannifin, where significant improvements in Metal-Matrix Composite casting processes were achieved, including a 30% reduction in scrap rate and a 50% increase in yield. Other experience includes roles as a Production Engineer at Mr. Shower Door, Head Coach at Rock Climb Fairfield, and Engineer at Row America Inc, where new product designs and innovative solutions were developed. Brian's early career involved various cooperative positions at companies such as Toyota North America and Southco, Inc., focusing on process improvement and equipment design. Brian holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Systems Design and Thermal Fluids from the Rochester Institute of Technology, complemented by an immersion in Philosophy.