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Brian Smithmeyer

Enthusiast · DISC type i
Engineering Manager at Vactor Manufacturing
📍 Ottawa, Illinois, United States

Brian Smithmeyer is a long-tenured Engineering Manager at Vactor Manufacturing, where he has progressed through roles including Project Engineer and Supervisor. He leads the product engineering team, leveraging his expertise in the design of large vacuum trucks and industrial cleaners. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Bradley University.

During his time at Bradley University, Brian was an avid snowboarder. His interest in his alma mater continues, as it is listed among his professional interests.

He has presented at industry conferences on topics like the productivity benefits of sewer water recycling.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Engineering Manager
Job Level
Middle
Location
Ottawa, Illinois, United States
Personality Overview

How Brian shows up

Amiable & Agreeable
Optimistic
Consensus Focused

They agree with others often, so exercise caution when relying on their word. They are more about building relationships than just cutting deals. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Priorities

Topics Brian cares about

Engineering Team Leadership
Manages the product engineering team at Vactor, responsible for leadership, development, and performance reviews.
Heavy Equipment Design
His career has focused on designing and modifying large vacuum trucks, including hydro excavators and sewer cleaners.
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Career

Work history

1-2021
Engineering Manager
Vactor Manufacturing
5-2013 - 1-2021
Engineering Supervisor
Vactor Manufacturing
8-2010 - 5-2013
Project Engineer
Vactor Manufacturing
Design Engineer
Hydro Gate
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
1994 - 1999
Bachelor of Science
Bradley University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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