Hello, I'm Brannon 👋🏽
Lead hardware engineer in AI and automation
I bring groundbreaking innovations to life, designing hardware and automation systems that make a real difference.
About
Pushing the boundaries of innovation
With experience spanning industrial systems, construction automation, and aerospace, I design and advise on technologies that have to work in the real world. I’m interested in how technical decisions shape human capability and how well-designed systems can expand what’s possible. I also offer limited one-hour consultations for engineers and builders seeking clarity around career direction, project decisions, or technical judgment.
Years of experience
10+
Patents
1
Projects Completed
40+
Hours of Design
10,000+
Advanced Automation Systems
Control Systems Engineering
Hardware-AI Integration
Precision Sensing Technology
Career
Engineering for impact
Hardware Engineering Manager
2024
-
Now
At Emerson, I lead and manage the full hardware development lifecycle for complex electronic systems related to DeltaV DCS system, where I provide strategic direction and technical oversight to deliver robust and efficient solutions.
Senior Electrical Engineer
2018
-
2023
At ICON, I supported development of the Vulcan 2.X 3D printing systems, creating revolutionary construction technology. My work focused on enhancing system reliability and pioneering new capabilities in large-scale automation.
Engineering Consultant, Space Sector
2020
-
2022
At NASA and partner organizations, I developed biosensor evaluation systems for the International Space Station and instrumentation for environmental monitoring. This work advances our understanding of long-term space missions and contributes to cutting-edge aerospace innovation.
Let's work together
Here's how I can help you succeed
Career Strategy
Thoughtful guidance for navigating career inflection points, tradeoffs, and long-term direction. These conversations focus on judgment, timing, and decision-making, not resumes or job searching.
Technical Advising
A grounded perspective on complex technical decisions, system tradeoffs, and early architectural choices. Useful for engineers, founders, and teams working on hardware, robotics, or high-stakes systems.
Project Review
Clear, candid feedback on ideas or work in progress. Ideal for pressure-testing early concepts, identifying blind spots, and clarifying what’s actually worth building next.
Testimonials
What others say about my work
I've helped organizations from startups to industry leaders solve complex hardware challenges, and my work has led to patented technologies and award-winning products. Ready to accelerate?
Brannon was an integral part of the origin story of ICON, and without his contributions, the company would not be where it is today.
Alexander Le Roux
Co-Founder at ICON3D
Brannon is an excellent teacher! I attended some trainings he provided for various topics, and he presents very well, explaining information effectively.
William Pinson
Senior Design Engineer at Freedom Power Systems
Brannon has proven himself time and time again. He is knowledgeable, thorough, and a pleasure to work with ... people like him are hard to come by.
Ellison Beezley
Controls Designer at Tesla
Contact
Get in touch
Have a decision you want to think through? Whether it’s a career inflection point, a project in progress, or a technical tradeoff, let’s talk.
Hello, I'm Brannon 👋🏽
Lead hardware engineer in AI and automation
I bring groundbreaking innovations to life, designing hardware and automation systems that make a real difference.
About
Pushing the boundaries of innovation
With experience spanning industrial systems, construction automation, and aerospace, I design and advise on technologies that have to work in the real world. I’m interested in how technical decisions shape human capability and how well-designed systems can expand what’s possible. I also offer limited one-hour consultations for engineers and builders seeking clarity around career direction, project decisions, or technical judgment.
Years of experience
10+
Patents
1
Projects Completed
40+
Hours of Design
10,000+
Advanced Automation Systems
Control Systems Engineering
Hardware-AI Integration
Precision Sensing Technology
Career
Engineering for impact
Hardware Engineering Manager
2024
-
Now
At Emerson, I lead and manage the full hardware development lifecycle for complex electronic systems related to DeltaV DCS system, where I provide strategic direction and technical oversight to deliver robust and efficient solutions.
Senior Electrical Engineer
2018
-
2023
At ICON, I supported development of the Vulcan 2.X 3D printing systems, creating revolutionary construction technology. My work focused on enhancing system reliability and pioneering new capabilities in large-scale automation.
Engineering Consultant, Space Sector
2020
-
2022
At NASA and partner organizations, I developed biosensor evaluation systems for the International Space Station and instrumentation for environmental monitoring. This work advances our understanding of long-term space missions and contributes to cutting-edge aerospace innovation.
Let's work together
Here's how I can help you succeed
Career Strategy
Thoughtful guidance for navigating career inflection points, tradeoffs, and long-term direction. These conversations focus on judgment, timing, and decision-making, not resumes or job searching.
Technical Advising
A grounded perspective on complex technical decisions, system tradeoffs, and early architectural choices. Useful for engineers, founders, and teams working on hardware, robotics, or high-stakes systems.
Project Review
Clear, candid feedback on ideas or work in progress. Ideal for pressure-testing early concepts, identifying blind spots, and clarifying what’s actually worth building next.
Testimonials
What others say about my work
I've helped organizations from startups to industry leaders solve complex hardware challenges, and my work has led to patented technologies and award-winning products. Ready to accelerate?
Brannon was an integral part of the origin story of ICON, and without his contributions, the company would not be where it is today.
Alexander Le Roux
Co-Founder at ICON3D
Brannon is an excellent teacher! I attended some trainings he provided for various topics, and he presents very well, explaining information effectively.
William Pinson
Senior Design Engineer at Freedom Power Systems
Brannon has proven himself time and time again. He is knowledgeable, thorough, and a pleasure to work with ... people like him are hard to come by.
Ellison Beezley
Controls Designer at Tesla
Contact
Get in touch
Have a decision you want to think through? Whether it’s a career inflection point, a project in progress, or a technical tradeoff, let’s talk.
Hello, I'm Brannon 👋🏽
Lead hardware engineer in AI and automation
I bring groundbreaking innovations to life, designing hardware and automation systems that make a real difference.
About
Pushing the boundaries of innovation
With experience spanning industrial systems, construction automation, and aerospace, I design and advise on technologies that have to work in the real world. I’m interested in how technical decisions shape human capability and how well-designed systems can expand what’s possible. I also offer limited one-hour consultations for engineers and builders seeking clarity around career direction, project decisions, or technical judgment.
Years of experience
10+
Patents
1
Projects Completed
40+
Hours of Design
10,000+
Advanced Automation Systems
Control Systems Engineering
Hardware-AI Integration
Precision Sensing Technology
Career
Engineering for impact
Hardware Engineering Manager
2024
-
Now
At Emerson, I lead and manage the full hardware development lifecycle for complex electronic systems related to DeltaV DCS system, where I provide strategic direction and technical oversight to deliver robust and efficient solutions.
Senior Electrical Engineer
2018
-
2023
At ICON, I supported development of the Vulcan 2.X 3D printing systems, creating revolutionary construction technology. My work focused on enhancing system reliability and pioneering new capabilities in large-scale automation.
Engineering Consultant, Space Sector
2020
-
2022
At NASA and partner organizations, I developed biosensor evaluation systems for the International Space Station and instrumentation for environmental monitoring. This work advances our understanding of long-term space missions and contributes to cutting-edge aerospace innovation.
Let's work together
Here's how I can help you succeed
Career Strategy
Thoughtful guidance for navigating career inflection points, tradeoffs, and long-term direction. These conversations focus on judgment, timing, and decision-making, not resumes or job searching.
Technical Advising
A grounded perspective on complex technical decisions, system tradeoffs, and early architectural choices. Useful for engineers, founders, and teams working on hardware, robotics, or high-stakes systems.
Project Review
Clear, candid feedback on ideas or work in progress. Ideal for pressure-testing early concepts, identifying blind spots, and clarifying what’s actually worth building next.
Testimonials
What others say about my work
I've helped organizations from startups to industry leaders solve complex hardware challenges, and my work has led to patented technologies and award-winning products. Ready to accelerate?
Brannon was an integral part of the origin story of ICON, and without his contributions, the company would not be where it is today.
Alexander Le Roux
Co-Founder at ICON3D
Brannon is an excellent teacher! I attended some trainings he provided for various topics, and he presents very well, explaining information effectively.
William Pinson
Senior Design Engineer at Freedom Power Systems
Brannon has proven himself time and time again. He is knowledgeable, thorough, and a pleasure to work with ... people like him are hard to come by.
Ellison Beezley
Controls Designer at Tesla
Contact
Get in touch
Have a decision you want to think through? Whether it’s a career inflection point, a project in progress, or a technical tradeoff, let’s talk.