Eddie Benavides

Rio Rancho, NM *****

Cell: 505-***-****

Email: acd4li@r.postjobfree.com

SR CAD DESIGNER / PROJECT MANAGER

Creative and results oriented professional with proven ability in the

Research and Development of Electromechanical, Mechanical, and Industrial

Designs. Skilled in project management, process improvement, optimizing

work flow, and in leading and directing small cross-functional teams.

Excel in parametric modeling and detailing designs. Proficient in sheet

metal parts fabrication and design.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Sheet Metal Design ~ Metals Machining, Turning and Milling ~ Manufacturing

Scheduling Process Definition and Implementation ~ Assembly Instruction ~

Project Management

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing ~ Analytical and Conceptual Problem

Solving

TECHNICAL SKILLS

AutoCAD Design Software ~ DS Solidworks ~ Autodesk Inventor ~ AutoCAD

Mechanical ~ Microsoft Office Suite Revit Architecture ~ I-Deas Master

Series ~ PTC Pro/Engineer

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

3D Mechanical Design ~ Solid Modeling and Rendering ~ Factory and Plant

Design and Layout

Product and Process Flow

EDUCATION

Associate of Applied Science Degree from Texas State Technical Institute,

Harlingen, Texas

Drafting and Design Technology 1988 GPA 3.0

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Pajarito Scientific Corp. Santa Fe, NM 2011 - 2014

Electrical Designer/Drafter

. Responsible for providing a full range of electrical and mechanical

production drawings including, design layout and installation plans on

assignments of various complexity.

. Produce complete drawing packages from verbal or written descriptions

from responsible engineers and project managers.

. Effective use of several software packages required to perform assigned

tasks, and demonstrates the ability to make independent design decisions.

. Successfully trained several staff members in utilizing AutoCAD more

efficiently.

. Transitioned the department from AutoCAD to Solidworks design software

which included converting existing AutoCAD drawings into 3D Solidworks

models.

Zerorez of Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM 2006 - 2011

Co-Owner/Manager of Field Services

. Trained and certified all field service representatives in product and

process knowledge and implementation. Instructed on point of sales

opportunities and identifying those opportunities.

. Managed projects involving equipment service and maintenance schedules

and upkeep, ensuring all tools functioned properly.

. Developed and maintained strategic partnerships and alliances with

product vendors and trained field reps in point of sales for their

products.

. Coordinated field service technicians work assignments and schedules.

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Insight Lighting, Rio Rancho, NM 2005 - 2006

CAD Design Specialist/Project Manager

. Designed and documented new lighting fixtures and mounting schemes based

upon customer requirements and specifications.

. Developed engineering testing and debugging procedures and schedules, and

documented results utilizing AutoCAD and DS Solidworks Design software

and MS Office suite products.

. Defined Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance standards involved in

manufacture of new products.

. Coordinated product manufacturing schedules to ensure timely delivery and

satisfactory field installation plans to customers.

Arinc, Inc. Carrollton, TX 2002 - 2005

Industrial/CAD Designer

. Designed and documented electromechanical rack component layouts for

CCTV, thermal imaging and other security devices at nuclear power plants

according to customer specifications per DOD and MIL standards resulting

in successful implementation of enhanced security programs.

. Documented field installations of security systems which included camera

and thermal sensor placement. Designed and developed various types of

wiring diagrams and cable harnesses to facilitate field installation.

. Implemented prototype build and testing schedules and procedures and

documented results using AutoCAD and MS Office products.

N J Malin and Associates, Addison, TX 2000 - 2002

CAD Design Specialist

. Developed 3D models and renderings using AutoCAD design software, of

pallet rack systems layouts, product conveyor equipment, and other

material handling solutions based on customer needs and requirements.

. Coordinated with sales personnel to developed presentation documentation

and other materials to successfully secure several multi-million dollar

contracts.

. Designed and developed field installation plans for service teams to

ensure proper completion of deliverables.

Nokia Networks, Ft. Worth, TX 1996 - 2000

Industrial Designer / CAD Specialist

. Designed and documented electromechanical rack component layouts for

telecommunications and base station equipment for private and public

sector companies using ProE and I-Deas design Software.

. Reduced the need for manpower on manufacturing lines approximately 30% by

automating and streamlining processes on Product Conveyor Systems.

. Increased material and product flow through factory by approximately 25%

by designing and implementing factory layout changes utilizing AutoCAD

and MS Office suite products.

. Increased personnel productivity by 20% through design and development of

custom tools and fixtures. Designed and implemented training materials

for proper use of custom tools and fixtures.

Tecnol, Inc., Ft. Worth, TX 1992 - 1996

Mechanical Designer/Drafter

. Reverse engineered numerous parts and assemblies which were previously

undocumented, using AutoCAD and Euclid IS design software, reducing cost

of manufacturing new production equipment by 35%.

. Redesigned existing right angle transfer system reducing bottlenecks and

cost of production by approximately 30%.

. Designed chemical ice pack machine, capturing a new market, which

resulted in the purchase of the company.

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