Dan holds a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering Degree from Transylvania University of Brasov, Romania. Dan’s broad experience spans a wide variety of manufacturing industries including material handling, automotive, mining, electrical controls, tooling and machining. Along with his wide range of field experience, Dan is specialized in simulation, data management, electrical schematics design and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM).



As an Autodesk Certified Implementation Expert and Trainer, Dan is considered one of the leading experts in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using Autodesk Simulation Mechanical, Simulation CFD and Nastran. Dan is committed to continually building his knowledge of engineering simulation methods and is currently studying non-linear FEA with NAFEMS, a group dedicated to the study of engineering analysis and simulation. Proving his versatility, he is also recognized for his skills in implementing, training and supporting clients with AutoCAD Electrical, Vault Professional and Inventor.