The Scott Equipment Sales and Tech Teams work hand-in-hand with their customers to provide automation solutions and top-tier technical support. With a focus on delivering expert advice, reliable products, and exceptional service, the combined team ensures that your business needs are met with precision and care. From sales consultation to technical troubleshooting, Scott Equipment’s professionals are dedicated to supporting your projects and keeping your operations running efficiently.
Scott Equipment Company Sales Team
Aaron Pieratt
Account Manager - Charlotte North
Email: apieratt@scotteq.com
Aaron has worked for Scott Equipment Company since 2015. He is responsible for the territory north of Charlotte, NC.
Aaron enjoys anything with a motor. He raced motorcycles for years before moving to Charlotte, NC and starting a long career in NASCAR working for multiple teams.
Marco Estrada
Account Manager - Eastern North Carolina
Email: mestrada@scotteq.com
Marco joined the Scott Equipment team in 2021 to cover the Eastern side of NC as an Account Manager. Since joining, it’s been fun being involved in different industries & applications.
Outside of work, Marco enjoys family time, video games and soccer.
Phil Weber
Account Manager - Charlotte Metro
Email: pweber@scotteq.com
Phil started working at Scott Equipment Company in 2017 and has become an excellent resource for his customers. He loves a challenge and finding solutions.
Phil is a guitar player and loves a great automotive challenge. He is currently working hard on a European car project and learning German to read the car's manual.
Thomas Ridgeway
Account Manager - Central North Carolina
Email: tridgeway@scotteq.com
Thomas has a passion for automation and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
Thomas has over 20 years of sales experience in manufacturing. He enjoys spending time with his family, working out, and reading.
Will Henderson
Account Manager - Greenville South Carolina Metro
Email: whenderson@scotteq.com
Will was born and raised in Greenville, SC. He started working at Scott Equipment Company in 2016.
Will graduated from Presbyterian College, but is a huge Clemson Football fan. Rumor is he hasn't missed a home game in years.
Outside of work, Will enjoys playing golf and spending time with his family and friends.
Tyler Ewing
Account Manager - Eastern South Carolina
Email: tewing@scotteq.com
Tyler joined Scott Equipment in 2023 and quickly became an excellent resource for his customers. He has extensive knowledge of the SMC product line from his previous role at SMC.
Tyler is an avid golfer and enjoys spending time at the beach in Charleston. He also enjoys fishing and motorcycle projects.
Mike Byrd
Marketing Manager
Email: mbyrd@scotteq.com
Since 2016, Mike has led major initiatives that define Scott Equipment Company’s digital presence and brand consistency. He manages the company website and social media platforms, directs digital marketing strategy, and strengthens the brand through coordinated campaigns. Mike participates in AHTD’s Marketing Roundtable and works closely with vendors through structured marketing meetings and shared objectives.
Away from the office, Mike enjoys cycling, snowboarding, and spending as much time outdoors as possible.
Jim McNeely
VP of New Business Development
Email: jmcneely@scotteq.com
Jim started working for Scott Equipment Company in 1982. He had previously worked with David Scott and Ben Hudson before joining the company.
Jim is known as the “crossover king” and has unmatched knowledge of pneumatic components and legacy equipment.
In his free time, Jim enjoys spending time with his family and grandchildren, and sharing stories about his drag racing days.
Brian Humphreys
New Business Development
Email: bhumphreys@scotteq.com
Brian has worked for Scott Equipment since 2018 and is a graduate of Western Carolina University.
He enjoys spending time with his son and being outdoors in the mountains of Western North Carolina.
Scott Equipment Company Technical Team
Darren Burrell
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Email: dburrell@scotteq.com
Darren has worked for Scott Equipment Company since 2004. He brings extensive experience from Ford, Cognex, and Bimba, blending manufacturing, vision systems, and pneumatics expertise.
Darren enjoys spending time with his son, playing golf and soccer, and working toward seeing every waterfall in North Carolina.
Phil Lister
Engineering Manager
Email: plister@scotteq.com
Phil has over four decades of experience in Industrial Automation, specializing in robotics, mechatronics, industrial networking, vision systems, servo applications, and controls.
He has supported a wide variety of automation technologies in sales and engineering roles across the Southeast.
RJ Ruberti
Automation Specialist
Email: rruberti@scotteq.com
RJ joined Scott Equipment in 2024 with a strong background in automation, motion control, and robotic end-of-arm tooling. He has worked across distribution, manufacturing, and system integration.
In his free time, RJ enjoys modeling in SolidWorks, 3D printing, spending time with his two kids, and CrossFit.
Steve Mathis
Product Manager
Email: smathis@scotteq.com
Steve is originally from Pelion, SC, and enjoys fishing, ham radio, metal detecting, history, and volunteer firefighting. He holds a bachelor's degree in Business and an associate degree in Manufacturing Technology.
His work experience spans manufacturing, engineering, and sales—including designing products for heavy off-road machinery and improving production processes.
Barron Moon
Hydraulic Specialist
Email: bmoon@scotteq.com
Barron has worked for Scott Equipment Company since July 2022 and uniquely serves in both sales and technical roles.
He is a Certified Fluid Power Specialist with 40 years of hydraulics experience.
Barron enjoys serving at South Charlotte Baptist Church and spending time with his grandchildren.