Applications Engineer

• Nov 2021 - Present

Mechanical Design Engineer

• 2020 - 2021

• Utilized manufacturing and engineering experience to assist with developing updated processes. Identified improvements to reduce material waste and labor hours. Altered 3D printer infill setting, reducing rapid prototyping costs by 25% and generating approximately $4K in yearly savings. Maintained detailed product designs and assembly instructions for quick replication. • Established priority schedule for approximately 7 concurrent projects in varying stages of development. Set project deadlines based on customer needs and requests. Adhered to expense and budgetary quote constraints with meticulous design considerations, promoting customer satisfaction. Expediently generated manufacturable and cost-efficient project designs for presentation to clients. • Performed rapid prototyping activities and served as lead model maker. Conducted tests to measure prototype function and quality. Coordinated with vendors to resolve quality and engineering concerns. Drastically improved customer experience by providing consistent project updates and serving as point of contact to answer questions and gather feedback. • Decreased acrylic base rejections from vendors. Collaborated with vendors to understand business objectives and processes, developing mutually beneficial quality standards. Emphasized reliance on established vendor capabilities. Decreased expenses for auditing income bases and increased timely delivery of training models. Assisted with developing pericardiocentesis trainer that enabled client to obtain additional $1M in government grant funding. • Developed organizational process for storing all production tooling. Devised new correlating reference system for easy project identification and tracking, maintaining master list. Created template to capture detailed work instructions and best practices gathered from project completion. Increased production efficiency and improved replication processes for hand-constructed models.

Prototype Model Builder

• 2010 - 2020

• Managed up to 5 projects at once, prioritizing to accommodate delivery deadlines and client expectations. Improved efficiency of molding operations by devising process to eliminate secondary finishing stage with one-piece flexible silicone mold. Reduced weekly production time by approximately 100 minutes and decreased scrap material. • Received promotions and additional responsibilities in recognition of outstanding performance, leadership and initiative. Quickly climbed through company rank, becoming #2 prototype model builder. Leveraged opportunities to understand existing manufacturing processes and implement improvements. • Adapted to new positions and quickly built expertise with production systems. Served as sole employee trained in every department and provided cross-functional assistance as needed. Asked by executive leadership to return to company and train new model builders on processes and best practices.

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Intern

• 2019 - 2019

• Observed innovative manufacturing processes and built practical expertise. Evaluated facility design and workflow to understand manufacturing and engineering processes regarding workplace safety, product quality and operational efficiency. • Provided technical support to manufacturing engineers by enabling and improving product flow, applying best practices in industrial and mechanical engineering. Received guidance from executive leadership on establishing standard procedures for equipment procurement and prove-out.• Designed and implemented new database for Process Failure Mode Effects & Analysis (PFMEA). Eliminated complex database macros, ensuring ease of use and robust capabilities. Implemented system design allowing for timely and visible data changes. Removed duplicate and overlapping processes to enhance functionality and navigation. Ensured ability to distribute database and provide access to additional company locations.

Lab assistant

• 2018 - 2019

• Assisted students with technologically advanced manufacturing and engineering equipment. Ensured laboratory and equipment safety at all times. Participated in alloy research and generated castings. Maintained extensive knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedures. • Volunteered for project from local high school client. Evaluated designs from art student for bronze mascot statue. Leveraged expertise in producing detailed schematics for statute casting, obtaining approval from client. • Directed operations of machine shop. Analyzed workflow, productivity and safety and identified areas for improvement. Located cost-efficient upgrades for outdated equipment and implemented organizational system. Established laboratory cleanliness guidelines and regular cleaning schedule to promote compliance and preventive maintenance.