Derek Silsby

Derek Silsby is a Senior Automation Engineer at CoorsTek, Inc. with extensive experience in PLC/HMI programming and troubleshooting using various software platforms including Rockwell Studio5000 and Siemens WinCC. Prior to this role, Derek served as a Mechanical Engineer at Sorensen Systems, where responsibilities included designing hydraulic fluid power systems and project management, notably creating a hydraulic flushing rig for the Navy. Earlier experience includes working as an R&D Engineer at Formulatrix, developing a CNC milling machine for micro-machining applications, and as a Design & Manufacturing Engineer at Lowell Corporation, focusing on product lifecycle management and innovative design features. Derek holds a BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute.