Patrick McKee

Senior engineer who thrives at the intersection of software, control systems, and real-world manufacturing. My delivery of successful results spans R&D, industrial automation, advanced process control (APC), and smart manufacturing environments. In dynamic, high-ownership roles where engineers are trusted to innovate I build things that work — and keep working.

My specialty is making complex systems safer, faster, and more efficient through automation, data, and well-engineered solutions. I’ve deployed advanced process controls (APC), built full-stack Python applications, led prototype-to-production transitions, and designed greenfield plant layouts from scratch. Whether integrating a safety-critical PLC, wiring up a machine vision prototype, or building a web app, I bring the same mindset: hands-on, detail-focused, and data-driven problem solving.

I’m always learning and building. From astrophysics to AI, I look for projects that challenge me. I love smart, accessible solutions that challenge me to think deeper. Innovation is energizing to me, whether scaling chemical processes or a floodlight wiring harness to mow the lawn after dark (true story). To reduce water usage and promote sustainability I engineered a modular gardening systems. Supporting my neighborhood I designed and built a “Little Free Library.”

I specialize in:

- Code that bridges lab to factory (Python, SQL, R, JavaScript)

- Patented product designs

- Tools that simplify complex decisions (Power BI, VBA, Spotfire, TIBCO, Java)

- Fully integrated automation systems (PLC, SCADA, MES, APC)

- Safety-first process design (PSM, NFPA, ANSI, DoD compliance)

I’m open to roles that let me innovate, stay technical and hands-on, and close to where process meets code.