Patrick Boster

Background

About Patrick Boster

As an accomplished engineer, entrepreneur and a visionary in leveraging Additive Manufacturing solutions, I am proficient at identifying resource requirements and successfully integrating varied disciplines to forge unified, high-performing teams. My professional journey is marked by significant achievements in operational management and business development, with an emphasis on introducing new products to the market. Applying a wealth of technical expertise and leadership capabilities, my technical skills are further demonstrated through my successful engineering practices across various global locations. As the founder of a startup, I spearheaded its transformational growth, utilizing my extensive background in welding engineering. My focus on welding engineering and technology qualification was instrumental in innovating and refining product development processes. This pivotal role culminated in the successful acquisition of my startup by a publicly traded company. Continuing as the president of the energy division, I drove substantial revenue growth by optimizing engineering operations and advancing manufacturing technologies. In my current role as a Senior Vice President at Stress Engineering Services, I am deeply involved in leading the Additive Manufacturing and Plant Services practices. I have been instrumental in pioneering the Additive Manufacturing Practice area, driving its growth by validating new technologies and transitioning them from R&D prototypes to reliable products and installations. This initiative has significantly expanded our customer base and increased revenue, cementing our position as industry leaders in additive manufacturing solutions. My technical expertise, particularly in welding, product qualification utilizing leading edge diagnostic technology, AE/DIC to validate design models, with test results and subsequent field in-situ performance monitoring and leveraging additive manufacturing to enable new technology, allowing me to provide innovative solutions that align with client needs, enhancing both product quality and operational efficiency. PDI Predictive Summary of Person - excels in technical expertise, critical thinking, and a proactive and independent approach. He is cautious about risk and is accurate, thorough, and methodical in his work.