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William Hosler

Engineering + Customer Solutions + Delivery Leadership

I build and launch practical software and automation systems, and I enjoy operating at the intersection of technical execution, customer needs, and business outcomes.

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About

I am a Computer Engineering graduate with hands-on experience across full-stack software, industrial automation, and customer-facing technical programs. I have led projects end-to-end: requirements, design, build, validation, deployment, and post-launch support.

Most recently, I worked as an Automation Technology and Integration Lead where I partnered with customers, vendors, and internal teams to deliver production-ready systems in demanding manufacturing contexts.

Education

Purdue University - B.S. in Computer Engineering (2024)

Relevant focus areas: embedded systems, networking, compilers, and artificial intelligence.

What I Work On

Software Systems

Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Flask, SQL/PostgreSQL, APIs, CI/testing, and internal tools that support day-to-day operations.

Automation Integration

AMR and controls-adjacent work including MQTT, OPC UA, Modbus, PLC/peripheral integration, commissioning, and startup support.

Technical Delivery

Cross-functional execution from concept and scope through launch, stakeholder communication, and continuous improvement.

Selected Highlights

Projects

Technical (Software) Projects

I helped stand up our software organization from early concept to a repeatable delivery function. My focus was turning ideas into working MVPs, then maturing them to internal launch with strong engineering practices: GitHub workflows, automated testing, linting, CI/CD, and release discipline. As the platform footprint grew, I onboarded and led a team of six software engineers and used GitHub Issues to keep execution visible to leadership. Over time, the team took on ongoing maintenance and enhancement work while I remained accountable for delivery outcomes.

Internal Billing + Assistant Workflow (Proprietary)

  • Full-stack architecture using React, Python/Flask, and PostgreSQL with API-driven workflows for billing/time operations.
  • Role-based access model with RBAC enforcement across application routes and data operations.
  • MCP server integration for governed assistant interactions, including validated actions and approval-gated update paths.
  • CI/CD and quality stack with GitHub Actions, automated tests, linting, and controlled deployment practices for reliable releases.

Python Fleet Sizing Simulation Tool

  • Full Python simulation application for AMR fleet sizing and throughput analysis under configurable operational constraints.
  • Route import pipeline from AutoCAD-connected files, with UI-driven pickup/drop-off configuration and scenario parameter control.
  • Visualization layer for simulation playback and behavior review to support engineering validation and stakeholder alignment.
  • Structured report generation for utilization, queueing behavior, and fleet performance recommendations.

Fault Tracking Tool

  • Web application stack with React frontend, Python/Flask services, and PostgreSQL for incident lifecycle and analytics.
  • Security model with OAuth-based authentication and RBAC authorization for role-scoped access to faults, workflows, and administrative actions.
  • Data enrichment components including web scraping pipelines for normalized issue context and faster triage inputs.
  • Deployment architecture supporting both self-hosted environments and cloud-hosted operation on Azure, with production hardening for customer-facing licensing readiness.
  • Integrated LLM-assisted workflows for guided triage and structured fault summarization within controlled operational boundaries.

Engineering Projects

Autonomous Material Flow Program (Client Confidential)

  • Owned program delivery from initial concept through engineering execution, validation planning, launch readiness, and deployment support.
  • Integrated and operationalized VisionNav forklift AMRs within a broader material-flow architecture and controls interface strategy.
  • Led technical strategy and integration architecture across software, controls, and operations stakeholders while managing scope and delivery tradeoffs.
  • Directed cross-functional execution with internal teams and external partners to keep milestones on track and resolve issues before launch impact.

Greenfield Automation Engineering Study (Client Confidential)

  • Led a greenfield engineering study to define an automation strategy targeting replacement of roughly 60 manual operator roles.
  • Performed fleet sizing and CAPEX analysis, then translated findings into a staged technical/commercial recommendation with practical execution steps.
  • Delivered executive presentation materials with 1-2 year ROI framing; recommendation advanced into detailed engineering and integration delivery.

Tier-1 Automotive AMR Commissioning and Production Support (Client Confidential)

  • Supported commissioning and early production for a North American tier-1 automotive supplier deploying tugger AMRs for final assembly line part delivery.
  • Coordinated integrators, OEM vendors, and site installation activities to stabilize launch execution and maintain production continuity.
  • Led action-response efforts during startup and ramp, focused on issue containment, recovery speed, and line uptime protection.
  • Delivered actionable performance insights and improvement recommendations to management while supporting sustained operation at roughly 70 jobs per hour.

Misc

PiezoML

  • Python-based research codebase for materials-focused graph modeling and reproducible experiment workflows.
  • Repeatable data preparation, model training, and evaluation pipeline to support reliable comparison across runs.
  • Structured output and experiment traceability to improve iteration quality and technical review efficiency.

Tech Stack

PythonJavaScript / TypeScriptReact FlaskSQL / PostgreSQLREST APIs GitHub ActionsMQTTOPC UA ModbusAutoCADLinux