Jonathan Marshall
Jonathan Marshall, BS, MBA based in Alpine, Utah. 20 years of experience with specialization in Mechanical Engineering, Oil & Gas, Drilling Tools.
BS, MBA ·
About
Mr. Marshall's expertise is further solidified by his remarkable achievement of being named an inventor on 85 issued patents, a testament to his technical prowess and innovative thinking. His recognition as the recipient of the Utah Genius Award in 2013 for the highest number of patents issued in a single year underscores his exceptional contributions to the field.
With a diverse range of experience spanning the oil and gas, road milling, mining, renewables, modular housing, personal powered air-purifying respirator, and consumer markets, Mr. Marshall brings a wealth of knowledge and practical application to the table. His involvement in high-profile projects, such as serving on the joint steering committee between Novatek and Schlumberger (SLB) and delivering technical seminars to field experts across numerous states and Europe, further enhances his credibility as an industry authority.
Mr. Marshall's extensive work experience encompasses various engineering processes, including design, computer-aided drafting, prototyping, assembly, functional testing, field testing, and shipping. He has managed teams of up to 20 engineers, ensuring successful project outcomes and adherence to safety protocols. Additionally, his familiarity with material processes, such as machining, 3D printing, welding, and injection molding, as well as his expertise in working with a wide range of materials, including steel, tungsten carbide, and polycrystalline diamond, further solidifies his qualifications as an expert witness.
Specialties
Work Experience
• Promoted by CEO to ensure delivery of 10 innovation projects to 5 international NPD teams. • Managed a team of 15 mechanical and 5 electrical engineers, along with 12 machinists, 6 testing personnel and 1 patent attorney. • Protected novel innovations with 49 patents, personally wordsmithing 27 patent claims. • Conceptualized, modeled, and presented 32 potential innovation projects, with 8 projects adopted by the Novatek/SLB steering committee. • Attracted 5 additional projects to the center by collaborating with subject matter expert at 6 SLB engineering centers.
• Invented 5 successful product solutions for SLB’s downhole drilling division. • Led a team of 7 mechanical and 3 electrical engineers managing 6 projects at a time. • Boosted drilling productivity by 40% through a step-change rotary steerable system. • Increased rotary device life 33X by directing the research to produce and shape polycrystalline diamond bearings & valve elements.
• Brought on to redefine the modular housing startup’s mission and product offering. • Led cross-functional team of 15 to design, build, and test 31 electromechanical subsystems. • Mentored 13 junior engineers through DFM and project management principles. • Built a pivotal manufacturing department of 7, recruiting and coaching experienced professionals. • Increased productivity by 19% by reducing assembly time by 51% through component redesign. • Passed 19 components through functional testing through clear communication to 4 machinists and 6 fabrication personnel. • Designed 5 assembly lines and outsourced 17 component for mass production.