Louis-Christophe Fortier, EI
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Credentials
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Certified PDM Administrator Professional
Dassault SystèmesMar, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Certified SolidWorks Professional - Flow Simulation
Dassault SystèmesJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Engineer Intern
Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land SurveyorsSep, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Certified SolidWorks Expert - Simulation
Dassault SystèmesJun, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Certified SolidWorks Expert - Mechanical Design
Dassault SystèmesMay, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Certified SolidWorks Professional - Advanced Drawing Tools
Dassault SystèmesApr, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Certified SolidWorks Professional - Advanced Surfacing
Dassault SystèmesApr, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Engineer In Training
California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and GeologistsApr, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Certified SolidWorks Professional - Advanced Sheet Metal
Dassault SystèmesMar, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Certified SolidWorks Professional - Advanced Weldments
Dassault SystèmesMar, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Certified SolidWorks Professional - CAM
Dassault SystèmesFeb, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Disney Organizational Leadership Course
The Walt Disney CompanyDec, 2014- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Pinnacle Architectural Lighting
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United States
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Mechanical Engineer I
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May 2023 - Present
Working in SolidWorks CAD and the Infor industrial ERP system to create customized designs of architectural luminaires as part of the Sales Engineering team Working in SolidWorks CAD and the Infor industrial ERP system to create customized designs of architectural luminaires as part of the Sales Engineering team
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GoEngineer
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United States
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Software Development
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300 - 400 Employee
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Support Engineer
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Jun 2022 - May 2023
-Troubleshooting and diagnosing complex technical problems in SolidWorks CAD and FEA software while providing dedicated customer service -Gained thirteen new certifications in CAD, PDM, FEA, CFD and SolidWorks Visualize image rendering -Interfaced with customers, SolidWorks Corporation, sales professionals, and Senior Support Engineers -Troubleshooting and diagnosing complex technical problems in SolidWorks CAD and FEA software while providing dedicated customer service -Gained thirteen new certifications in CAD, PDM, FEA, CFD and SolidWorks Visualize image rendering -Interfaced with customers, SolidWorks Corporation, sales professionals, and Senior Support Engineers
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Pinnacle Architectural Lighting
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United States
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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CAD Drafter
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Nov 2021 - Jun 2022
-Created installation instruction artwork using SolidWorks CAD with clear and concise visual communication for new and updated architectural light fixture products, addressing different installation methods including recessed (grid ceiling, inaccessible) and suspended. -Learned rendering skills in SolidWorks Visualize to generate realistic and creative images of upcoming light fixture products and custom fixture concepts to be showcased on marketing collateral including spec sheets and trade show promotional one-pagers. -Used technical skills and knowledge of mechanical design and assembly for the needs of a creative/marketing team. -Managed an external vendor for the accurate and timely delivery of a technical installation animation Show less
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NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Engineering Undergraduate Student
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May 2019 - Aug 2019
Supported the Mechanical Integration Engineering team on the Europa Clipper mission: - Designed sheet metal parts and compiled detailed mechanical assembly instructions for a cable mock-up of the Europa Clipper avionics module (vault). - Calculated mass estimations for anticipated thermocouple cable harnessing in the Europa Clipper vault. - Evaluated feasibility of different orientations of a spacecraft supported on a rotation fixture during contingency removal of internal components. - Contributed to the formation of a storyboard detailing the installation and contingency removal of reaction wheel assemblies on the Clipper propulsion module. - Drove investigative efforts to formulate a future inventory system of rentable and reusable mechanical ground support equipment (MGSE) as part of a Process Improvement Plan. Show less
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EGLA CORP dba EGLA COMMUNICATIONS
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United States
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Product Design Engineering Intern
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May 2018 - Dec 2018
- Generated novel electromechanical consumer product designs as well as redesigns of existing products under a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) as part of a software company’s first excursion into mechanical engineering. - Developed invention descriptions and labeled diagrams for patent applications. Evaluated prior art and compared design features and intent. - Created SolidWorks models of parts, subassemblies, and main assemblies of a complex heating product from precise measurements of sheet metal and electromechanical components for later manufacturing. Exported a bill of materials (BOM) for future purchase orders. - Interfaced with potential manufacturers to obtain quotes for prototyping and long-run manufacturing as well as feasibility of fabrication for sheet metal and plastic injection molded parts. Organized future product compliance testing such as water ingress resistance. - Exposure to a start-up company environment focused on the research and development of prototypical designs and achieving patent grants. Show less
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Universal Creative
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Mechanical Engineering Intern
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Sep 2017 - Dec 2017
Supported the Engineering & Safety team for the Thea Award-winning roller coaster attraction Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal's Islands of Adventure: - Designed through iteration, built, installed, and actuated over thirty moving units of four different motion types for a Show Action Equipment (SAE) scene mock-up working under confidentiality and in collaboration. Interfaced with Creative Studio and Engineering & Safety to maintain feasibility and creative intent for the approval of Creative Executive Review. Independently coordinated the transport of supplies in communication with multiple parties from different departments and companies. - Conceptualized, designed, modeled, and evaluated feasibility of a movable egress structure in partnership with Facilities for the approval of Operations and Technical Services under fast-paced time constraints. - Exposure to processes of project management of engineering vendor companies including RFP trackers, compilation of Scope of Work (SOW) and Articles 1-4, and verifying current contractor work through searching and analysis of past project documentation such as Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) cutsheets and engineering manuals. - Co-developed patent for future filing. - Strengthened resourcefulness and networking skills in the independent, challenging and fast-paced work environment of a large-scale company. - Complied with safety standards and training including Overhead Safety (OHS), construction site safety, fall protection, LOTO/BRAC, fire extinguisher use, and EPA. Show less
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Entech Innovative Engineering
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Rockledge, Florida, United States
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Engineering Intern
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May 2017 - Sep 2017
- Exposure to real world aspects including engineering revisions, document control, measurement, procurement, machining and fabrication. - Analyzed and implemented design intent, improvements, cross-software adaptation and past engineering change notices for the newest iteration of an existing complex Animated Figure animatronic with a drawing package of over 180 pages. - Extensive problem-solving experience in creating drawings, importing, modeling and assembling components in SolidWorks and DraftSight. - Conceptualized machine designs in collaboration and prepared CAD files for design reviews on deadlines with clients including world-class theme park companies. Show less
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Universal Orlando Resort
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Attractions Operations Attendant
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May 2015 - Aug 2015
Operated a large-scale technical system while ensuring safety and providing in-theme guest service as part of a communication-oriented team at The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride at Universal's Islands of Adventure; recognized as Team Member of the Month, July 2015. Operated a large-scale technical system while ensuring safety and providing in-theme guest service as part of a communication-oriented team at The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride at Universal's Islands of Adventure; recognized as Team Member of the Month, July 2015.
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Walt Disney World
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Main Entrance Operations Host - Disney College Program
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May 2014 - Jan 2015
Provided friendly and creative daily guest service while conducting transactions and admitting guests; ensured efficient guest throughput in a high-pressure environment at the auto plaza and main entrance of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Provided friendly and creative daily guest service while conducting transactions and admitting guests; ensured efficient guest throughput in a high-pressure environment at the auto plaza and main entrance of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park.
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Education
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2018 - 2019
Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering -
2013 - 2018
University of Central Florida
Bachelor’s degree, Mechanical Engineering -
2008 - 2013
Atlantic Community High School
High School, International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
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