Independent technical consulting

Practical help for
better manufacturing
decisions.

Focused support for manufacturers, machine builders, integrators, and technical teams working with industrial lasers, motion control, automation, and advanced manufacturing systems.

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Services & rates

Choose the level of support
the decision requires.

01 / Consulting

Straightforward technical consulting

Focused conversations for a defined question, technical decision, troubleshooting direction, or independent perspective.

$195/hourSimple hourly engagement
02 / Reviews

Technical and system reviews

A structured review when the scope varies: equipment concepts, specifications, proposals, system architecture, or process plans.

Starting at $495 / $750Based on review scope
03 / Assignments

Larger technical assignments

Defined project work requiring deeper analysis, documentation, research, or coordination across multiple technical areas.

Fixed fee after scope reviewWritten scope before work begins
04 / Advisory

Ongoing advisory support

Continuing access to experienced technical perspective for teams navigating recurring decisions or longer initiatives.

Starting at $1,500/monthAdvisory retainer
A practical starting point
No long-term commitment is required. Many MWL consulting engagements are simply one or two conversations intended to help a manufacturer make a better technical decision.
Where MWL can help

From a question
to a clearer path.

  • Industrial laser processes
  • Machine and system concepts
  • Motion control and integration
  • Automation strategy
  • Technical proposal reviews
  • Manufacturing decision support
  • Specifications and requirements
  • Independent technical perspective
Contact MWL

Tell me what you’re
trying to decide.

Briefly describe the application, the question, and where you are in the process. MWL can then recommend an appropriate first step and confirm the scope and fee before work begins.

Email MWL to describe your application, question, and desired timeline.

bill.kane@manufacturingwithlight.com