Simonton Engineering LLC
As a consulting company, we are excited to offer services to businesses in need of expert guidance and support. IN our consulting business plan, we have focused on delivering innovative solutions and measurable results for our clients.
We specialize in offering practical solutions to difficult problems that the manufacturing industry is facing today and in the future. Problem areas such as process and product control, workforce development, quality assurance, economic analysis, statistical analysis, predictive maintenance, planning, FMEA, and system engineering. Additionally, we offer consulting resources such as training programs, workshops, workforce readiness assessments, strategic and tactical planning, and systems solutions along with other customized solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Our consulting business is built on the belief that every business has the potential for growth and success. To achieve this, we work closely with clients to understand their goals and challenges and develop customized solutions that help them achieve their objectives.
Our target market consists of small and medium-sized businesses in the manufacturing industry, who are looking to make their operations more efficient based on data and methodical research. Our consulting services are tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our approach is focused on delivering measurable results that align with business goals.
With years of experience and concern for the growth of businesses, we are committed to helping our clients solve challenging problems that require rigorous analysis and careful calculations. Focusing on delivering innovative solutions and building strong relationships, we are confident in our ability to help businesses succeed and thrive in today’s competitive market. Simonton Engineering LLC was created to supply practical solutions to difficult problems that the manufacturing industry is facing today and in the future. Problem areas such as those mentioned but not limited to those mentioned previously are: quality assurance, project management, alternative energy solutions, and system engineering.
Education
| Degree | Year | |
|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. Industrial Engineering | 2004 | Texas Tech University |
| M.S. Systems & Engineering Management | 2001 | Texas Tech University |
| B.S. Textile Technology & Management | 1979 | Texas Tech University |
Experience
Academic
| Institution | Role | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| University of Tennessee Space Institute | Associate Executive Director | July 2015 – Present |
| University of Tennessee Space Institute | Associate Professor | Feb 2012 – Present |
| University of Tennessee Space Institute | EM Program Coordinator | June 2015 – Present |
| University of Tennessee Space Institute | Director of Distance Education | (Dates concurrent with above) |
| Texas Tech University | Assistant Professor | Sept 2005 – Jan 2012 |
| Texas Tech University | Visiting Assistant Professor | Jan 2005 – Aug 2005 |
Industrial / Research
| Organization | Role | Location | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Bioenergy Products LLC | CEO | — | Mar 2009 – Current |
| International Textile Center | Engineer/Researcher | Lubbock, TX | Mar 1997 – Jan 2005 |
| Lindale Manufacturing | Superintendent | Lindale, GA | Feb 1994 – Jan 1997 |
| Motorola | Facilities Engineer | Seguin, TX | Jan 1993 – Feb 1994 |
| West Point Stevens | Superintendent of Manufacturing | New Braunfels, TX | Apr 1990 – Jan 1993 |
| West Point Stevens | Industrial Engineer | New Braunfels, TX | Apr 1986 – Apr 1990 |
| West Point Stevens | Plant Engineer | New Braunfels, TX | Apr 1984 – Jun 1986 |
| West Point Stevens | Supervisory Positions | New Braunfels, TX | Jun 1979 – Apr 1984 |
Simonton Engineering was established as a Texas limited liability corporation in January,2008. Simonton Engineering is a female owned company with Tamara Hudman-Simonton, my business partner, who is the majority business holder of the company. She has 20 years of experience in Marketing for Northwest Airlines. As the Customer Service Director for NATCO, Northwest Airline’s flight simulator facility in Eagan, Minnesota, she has a vast amount of experience in dealing with marketing solutions. In this capacity, she worked and interacted with over 120 airlines around the world. Utilizing vast knowledge of cultural diversity, negotiating contracts, understanding the needs of clients and making them feel at ease and confident in our business and what we offer to our clients, makes her an invaluable asset to Simonton Engineering.
MANAGEMENT TEAM
Our research interests include a wide spectrum of engineering capabilities such as, but not limited to: project management, systems engineering, operational research, engineering economics, statistical analysis, logistics, lean six-sigma, and quality assurance. Our research continues to research alternative energy research in the areas of electrical generation, biomass gas to liquids, and utilization of stranded or flared natural gases. Resulting from work in biomass and natural gas to liquid, Dr. Simonton has several patents in alternative energy related areas. His work has resulted in 23 journal articles, 6 technical reports, over 1500 citations of work and 36 conference papers. In his corporate experience he served in positions ranging from night shift production supervisor to superintendent of operations and most positions in-between for manufacturing operations.
Supervisory Positions
Tamara Simonton BS in Psychology
Tamara has 20 years of experience in Marketing for Northwest Airlines. As the Customer Service Director for NATCO, Northwest Airlines’ flight simulator facility in Eagan, Minnesota. She has a vast amount of experience in dealing with marketing solutions at Northwest Airlines, Texas Tech University, just to name a few. In her capacity, she worked with and interacted with 120 airlines from around the world. She directed the customer service team, negotiated contracts, handled problem resolution, managed a $20,000,000.00 budget annually, just to name a few responsibilities. Utilizing vast knowledge of cultural diversity, negotiating contracts, understanding the needs of clients and making them feel at ease and confident in our business, is huge and part of what we offer to our clients, makes her an invaluable asset to Simonton Engineering. Tamara also studied, then co-taught certified community leaders in Lubbock, TX and the surrounding area in the Certified Public Manager’s Program.
Education
BS in Psychology with a minor in Marketing University of Minnesota 1990-1996
Employment
Texas Tech University Political Sciences Administrator and Student Affairs, Lubbock, TX 2006-2008
Texas Tech University Facilities Coordination & Space Allocation 2008-2009
Northwest Airlines Flight Simulator Training Facility, Eagan, MN, Dir. Of Customer Service 1989-2008
Advisors
With years in industry and academia, we have an extensive contact list that will address any external expertise that may be required to furnish our clients with optimal results.
Conclusion
Our consulting firm is well positioned to provide exceptional services to our clients in industry. We have access to a highly experienced team through partnerships with individuals who have a track record of success in consulting, and we are committed to helping our clients achieve their business goals through innovative and effective solutions. We believe that by leveraging our expertise in operations management and technology, we can help our clients optimize their operations, increase efficiency, and ultimately drive growth and profitability.
Through strategic partnerships, we can offer a comprehensive suite of services to meet our client needs, from project management and process improvement to data analytics. Our goal is to establish long-term relationships with our clients and become a trusted partner in their success.
We understand the challenges facing industry and are constantly adapting and evolving to stay ahead of the curve. We are committed to staying up to date with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in our field, and we are excited to bring this knowledge to clients.
Overall, we are confident in our ability to deliver exceptional value to our clients and achieve the business goals outlined in this plan. We are excited to embark on this journey and look forward to the opportunities which are ahead.