// Data & AI Engineer

Craig Lundgren

27 years at the intersection of manufacturing, quality engineering, and data systems — now building the AI and analytics infrastructure that turns operational complexity into clarity.

ETL Architecture LLM Engineering Process Analytics Minneapolis, MN

I build data and AI systems that transform operational complexity into structured, usable insight. With a 27-year foundation in manufacturing and quality engineering, I understand how real-world processes generate data — and how to engineer systems that make that data work. My current focus is on Python-based ETL pipelines, modular data architectures, and LLM-assisted tools that automate analysis and support decision-making across engineering and quality functions. I'm drawn to problems where data, systems thinking, and engineering intersect — particularly where better analysis can meaningfully improve decisions, processes, and outcomes.

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Data Engineering & ETL

Configuration-driven pipelines that ingest, validate, and transform operational datasets — designed to integrate new sources without code changes.

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LLM Applications

Agentic and document-analysis tools that extract structured insights from complex technical and quality documentation using large language models.

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Analytics & Modeling

Dashboards and reporting pipelines supporting quality trend analysis, supplier performance monitoring, and operational decision-making.

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Statistical Process Analysis

Capability studies, trend detection, DOE, and risk evaluation applied to manufacturing process data — grounded in Lean Six Sigma methodology.

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Manufacturing & Quality Systems

CAPA systems, nonconformance management, supplier performance evaluation, and regulatory compliance across ISO-certified environments.

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Infrastructure & Deployment

Containerized data tools and services using Docker and Linux — building systems that are scalable, maintainable, and production-ready.

Python Pandas SQL ETL Pipelines PostgreSQL Data Modeling Docker Linux REST APIs LLM Engineering Gradio Agentic AI Statistical Analysis Lean Six Sigma Minitab
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Coming Soon AI Experience Chat with My AI Twin An AI model trained on my experience and background — ask it anything about my work, skills, or approach to data and AI engineering. // In development
Coming Soon Analytics Demo Interactive Dashboard Explore sample analytics pipelines and visualizations — a hands-on look at the kind of data systems I design and build. // In development
Get in Touch Email Craig Have a project or role in mind? Reach out directly to start a conversation about how I can help. → clundgren@nldinnovations.com
Reell Precision Mfg.
Aug 2023 – Present
Saint Paul, MN
Quality Engineering Manager

Lead data-driven process improvement and analytics initiatives within a manufacturing quality organization. Design and build data engineering pipelines, analytics systems, and AI-assisted tools that transform operational and quality data into actionable insights.

  • Design and develop Python-based ETL pipelines to ingest, validate, and transform operational and quality datasets
  • Architect a modular, configuration-driven ETL framework allowing new data sources to be integrated without code changes
  • Build LLM-assisted document analysis tools to extract structured insights from complex technical documentation
  • Implement automated data validation workflows to improve reliability and reduce manual analysis effort
  • Apply statistical modeling to manufacturing process data: capability analysis, trend detection, and risk evaluation
  • Deploy and manage containerized tools and services using Docker and Linux
Python ETL LLM Engineering Docker Statistical Analysis CAPA
Nilfisk
Apr 2021 – Aug 2023
Brooklyn Park, MN
Quality Manager

Responsible for overall site quality including suppliers, incoming inspection, in-process and final quality, and customer satisfaction. Led a cross-functional team of Quality Engineers, Technicians, and Inspectors. Maintained ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 compliance.

ISO 9001 ISO 14001 Supplier Quality Team Leadership
Global Traffic Technologies
Aug 2015 – Oct 2020
5+ years
Quality Manager

Led quality operations supporting engineering and manufacturing for traffic management technology products.

Parker Hannifin
Jun 2013 – Aug 2015
New Hope, MN
Sr. Quality Engineer

Senior quality engineering role supporting manufacturing operations and process improvement initiatives.

Ingersoll Rand
Oct 2005 – Mar 2013
7+ years
Quality Manager, Six Sigma Black Belt

New product introductions, process qualifications, warranty return analysis, and ongoing manufacturing process quality. Implemented Lean principles and led cross-functional improvement teams.

Six Sigma Black Belt Lean FMEA DOE Minitab
Earlier Roles
1999 – 2005
MN
Quality Engineer — Goodrich, Eastman Kodak, Cummins

Over six years in quality engineering roles spanning aerospace sensors, precision manufacturing, and industrial power generation. Included direct military and international customer contact.

Aerospace Supplier Quality Manufacturing
M.S. Manufacturing Systems Engineering
Manufacturing Systems Engineering
2005 – 2009
B.S. Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
1995 – 1999
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
American Society for Quality · ASQ