Marine Systems Engineer

• Aug 2019 - Present

I engineer, design, test and support the manufacturing and installation of mechanical systems and components. -I assist in propulsion engine layout and setup impacting boat design to accommodate different and diverse propulsion options - I specialize in outboard motor propping and setup for various applications, often balancing the the best speed with general boat handling and driveability on high performance vee- hull boats. -Research mechanical components and materials for new applications -Prepare and study technical drawings, specifications of mechanical systems to insure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements. -Inspect completed installations and observe operations to ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational and safety hazards. -Etc. Show less

Manufacturing Engineering Technologist

• May 2015 - Aug 2019

At Safe Boats International, I work on the following: -Marine Electrical assistance and trouble shooting. - Marine Systems assistance, design and trouble shooting. - Marine hydraulic design and system refinement. - Component layouts and mount design to make it both easier for installation as well as service. - Assist in refining engine room design and engine performance. -Assist in the layout and mounting of vessel components for ease of installation and future maintenance.-Troubleshoot equipment issues as they arise from the manufacturing floor.-Assist in the assessment of new products for vessels.- Process writing and design to improve through put and reduce work related hazards like manual material cutting by refining designs so they can be machine cut. Show less

Engineer

• Jan 2013 - Apr 2015

At Hatch & Kirk, I focused on the following: - Parts inspector, micrometer measurements, bore gauge setups, thread inspection and micro finish inspection. - Troubleshooting shop issues during parts dis-assembly and assembly. - Process design and tooling designer and builder. - Maintained AAR-M-1003 Quality System. - Assisted in the assessment of warranty claims and part failures. - Did drawing reviews and modifications for production. - Developed relationships with manufacturing vendors to develop new products to bring to our parts line. Show less

Engineering Intern

• Jun 2012 - Sep 2012