Austin Ridgard

Austin Ridgard is a skilled Senior Service Technician at EDGE Automation, LLC, specializing in service, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance of building management systems. Prior to this role, Austin served as an Automation Engineer at DetraPel, where responsibilities included designing and fabricating equipment for production operations. Experience also includes contract work as a Mechatronics Engineer at VueData, focusing on mechanical and electrical installation and PLC controls. Austin's background in service and assembly of automated dispensing machines at bdtronic GmbH, as well as positions at Whirlpool Corporation and Carlisle Brake & Friction, highlight a strong foundation in maintenance, quality assurance, and operational oversight. Austin holds a degree in Mechatronics from Tulsa Technology Center and possesses certifications in pre-engineering and industrial maintenance.