Experience

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  Honda Development & Manufacturing of America

  • Raymond, Ohio, United States

  • Engineer I (Engine Design)

    • Jan 2022 - Present
    • Raymond, Ohio, United States

    Responsible for design and verification for Engine Systems parts such as:• FI-ECU• Engine Harness• Engine Sensors (Air Flow Meter, MAP Sensor, Fuel Pressure Sensor, Oil Pressure Sensor, Water Temperature Sensor, etc.)• Harness & Device Mounting BracketsResponsible for exclusive parts design & verification of Engine System parts in the following vehicles:• 3.5L V6 Honda Pilot• 3.5L V6 Honda Passport• 3.5L V6 Honda Odyssey• 2.0L Turbocharged L4 Acura RDX• 2.0L Turbocharged L4 Acura TLXTypical Responsibilities include:• Exclusive parts design to meet team vehicle targets & countermeasure issues that arise during the design process as necessary• Issue prototype and mass production drawings & specifications per development schedules and as needed to countermeasure market concerns• Determine prospect & verification plan for each part and present to Chief Engineers at numerous technical evaluations throughout vehicle development• Coordinate with test groups & suppliers to set up and execute testing for parts verification• Create and execute plans to carry out design and manufacturing running changes as needed to countermeasure cost, quality, and manufacturability issues

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  Kenworth Truck Co.

  • Chillicothe, Ohio, United States

  • Product Release Specialist - Resident Engineering

    • Feb 2021 - Jan 2022
    • Chillicothe, Ohio, United States

    • Collaborate with Applications Engineers, Division Design Engineers, Engineering Systems, and Kenworth Dealers to complete custom frame layouts per customer needs and specifications.• Responsible for building and completing CAD model in Creo and completing BOM maintenance in CICS due to engineering changes.• Collaborate with Liaison Engineers to resolve issues that arise during production.

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  John Deere

  • Augusta, Georgia, United States

  • Product Engineering Intern - Core Tech Engines/Hydraulics

    • Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
    • Augusta, Georgia, United States

    • Investigated a $500,000 per year cost savings opportunity on 2R Large Chassis & 3E tractors and presented findings to the Value Improvement team, Tractor Family Leads, and Supply Management for implementation• Leveraged Creo Mechanisms & Motion Analysis to quantify hydraulic performance for the Orbital Steering Valve on a Continuous Improvement project meant to address warranty claims• Worked on a team of 7 interns to compile ~400 customer comments through online research to identify common pain points, portfolio gaps, and recommend solutions to Senior Engineers in areas such as Attachments, Serviceability, and Ergonomics, among others.

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  John Deere

  • Augusta, Georgia Area

  • Product Engineering Intern - Attachments

    • Aug 2019 - Dec 2019
    • Augusta, Georgia Area

    • Designed solutions for new product program set to launch in Summer 2020 using Creo Parametric and performed stress analysis to determine durability of part designs• Participated in Engine & Transmission tear downs to understand functionality of drive train and power train components• Designed components for a new mower deck and performed power train analysis to optimize blade tip speed based on engine speed and gearing ratios• Worked on a team of 5 interns to ideate new concepts that optimize loader & backhoe work• Led 20 parts through CI drawing updates using Windchill & SAP software• Completed 20 hours of PTC University Creo Parametric training and 20 hours of Fundamentals of GD&T through John Deere University

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  GE Appliances, a Haier company

  • Louisville, Kentucky Area

  • Area Business Leader Co-Op, AP3 P1

    • Jan 2019 - May 2019
    • Louisville, Kentucky Area

    • Supervised 105 union employees on a dishwasher assembly line in AP3 Dishwasher Manufacturing Operation by executing startup, maintaining proper staffing throughout the day, and working cross functionally with support ops such as materials, quality, and wire rack fabrication• Drove key metrics in productivity and quality such as assembly yield and first pass yield on a daily basis by responding to andon pulls to address quality issues and protect the line from future downtime• Analyzed defect data to improve first pass yield and identify opportunities for equipment/process improvements in Test & Pack to reduce false failures.• Identified opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, and cost and drive implementation by escalating to appropriate support operations.

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  GE Appliances, a Haier Company

  • Louisville, Kentucky Area

  • Plastics Supplier Quality Engineer Co-Op

    • May 2018 - Aug 2018
    • Louisville, Kentucky Area

    • Led 3 projects through GEA’s Change Implementation Board to change injection molding suppliers, support production, and drive $20,000 annualized cost benefits at GEA sites in Lafayette, GA and Selmer, TN• Performed weekly gemba walks at GEA injection molded parts suppliers to drive corrective action implementation, assist in root causing issues, and review processes used to make GEA parts• Led PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) for international and domestic suppliers to qualify tooling changes by reviewing control plans and PFMEA, coordinating appearance approval tests, dimensional checks, Capability Studies, and Gauge R&R• Assisted AP1 Design Engineers with eliminating an ergonomic concern in assembly by leading PPAP, communicating expectations to an international supplier, and performing CTQ Capability and Gauge R&R

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  GE Appliances, a Haier Company

  • Louisville, Kentucky Area

  • Material Flow Co-Op, AP1 Laundry

    • Aug 2017 - Dec 2017
    • Louisville, Kentucky Area

    • Coordinated with maintenance technicians, vehicle manufacturers, and third party contractors to drive completion of over 130 repairs, achieve 96% equipment up time rates, and improve safety of a fleet of 100 material handling vehicles such as fork lifts, stock chasers, and tuggers.• Pioneered a solution to improve fleet safety by working with vehicle manufacturers to begin implementation of a new seat belt design that engineers risk out of operating fork lifts.• Entered work orders and filed purchase orders as necessary in GE Oracle E-Business Suite and Enterprise Asset Management software to document services performed on GE assets.• Led a project to begin revamping over 40 material handling carts to improve ergonomics by decreasing push force by 10.6% and to increase safety by preventing fishtailing while tugging.• Led a variety of other plant improvement projects related to material flow, visual management, lean, and environmental health & safety initiatives.

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  Stewcare

  • Delaware, Ohio

  • Lawn Care Specialist

    • Apr 2016 - Aug 2017
    • Delaware, Ohio

    • Worked as a full time seasonal employee over the summer after high school and freshman year of college.• Provided premium lawn care services for residential and commercial clients including Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware City Schools, the Methodist Theological School of Ohio, and 3 local cemeteries.• Worked in a crew of 8 people in order to complete jobs thoroughly and efficiently.• Worked overtime/weekends in order to finish jobs that had been delayed due to weather or scheduling issues.

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  Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc.

  • Delaware, Ohio

  • Team Member

    • Nov 2014 - Aug 2015
    • Delaware, Ohio

    • Took customer orders, operated cash register, and worked in a fast-paced environment with a team of 10-12 people to deliver quality product and top notch customer service. • Worked on days originally scheduled to be off in order to fill holes in the team when people were absent.• Ensured cleanliness of the store and assisted with late night closing procedures.• Addressed customer needs when they were unsatisfied with their experience in order to resolve the problem and to ensure customer satisfaction.