Education:

Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI.

-B.S., Welding Engineering Technology: 2009

-A.A.S., Welding Technology: 2006

Qualifications:

Computer Skills:

-Microsoft Office Products, AutoCAD, IHS, Drawing Review Programs (DDMS), and BAAN

Practical Skills:

Proficient in:

SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, OFC, OFW, PAC, LASER Cutting/Welding, Resistance Welding, Stud Welding, Non-Destructive Testing, Destructive Testing, Machining, Design, and Fabrication

Other Applicable Skills:

-Experience with team and independent work, Great Communication Skills, Excellent people skills, Technical and Business Writing proficiencies, Welder training, Training/learning from veteran welders, Robotic programming (FANUC, MOTOMAN, ABB), Experience managing large scale projects, Proficient in code and specification reading/interpretation, Experienced with various military welding and fabricating codes as well as commercial welding and fabricating codes

Experience:

United Technical, Inc. (2013 – Present)

Welding Engineering Manager

-Manage projects to completion, Time management of Engineering personnel, Corporate Engineering consultation and support, Communication of intricate processes/problems, Discussion and execution of solutions to complex problems, Training and guidance of new-hire personnel to comply with company regulations, Collaborate company strategy with Management personnel, Train Welders in compliance with various industry standards, Train Engineering personnel in navigation and interpretation of various industry standards, Write and review internal procedures, Create Engineering documentation templates, Complete time reports, Complete expense reports, Review and submit Engineering staff time/expense reports to BUM, Support customers in design conception including detailed reporting of equipment and personnel required for a given application, Quote new and potential jobs, Write and approve purchase orders, Evaluate and solve financial discrepancies with suppliers, Write customer Engineering documentation and procedures, Evaluate applications for continuous improvement, Implement continuous improvement processes, Create customer maintenance schedules, Communicate with Management/Engineering and create complete work plans for various applications, Determine materials best suited for applications, Work with Metallography Lab to determine causes of failure and provide solutions, Lead training courses on welding, inspection, and print reading including military blueprint reading, Technical consulting, Engineering consultation in various industrial fields including Military/Defense, Aerospace, Shipbuilding, Automotive, Oil & Gas, Wind Energy, and Agriculture

Demmer Corporation – Lansing, MI (2012 – 2013)

Welding Engineering–Technical Lead

-Mentor US Department of Labor Apprentices in Welding and Fabrication Journeyman program, Train Welders in multiple welding processes/positions on various materials, Work closely with Management and Engineering departments, Provide verbal/written instruction to Welders, Engineering, and Management for specific welding challenges, Provide hands on training and implementation of weld sequencing to minimize distortion, Work directly with production Welders in continuous improvement efforts, Read and interpret welding specifications and implement requirements onto shop floor, Determine upcoming project specific requirements for implementation into production, Create Welding Matrices and WPS Maps, Produce PQR and WPS documentation, Write and review Welding Engineering Department procedures, Write and review job specific Rework Procedures, Provide technical communication to customers, Determine acceptance criteria for job specific welding, Work with Robotic Programmers to overcome welding and cutting obstacles, Organize NDT schedule to accommodate shipment schedules, Consult with Safety Department for ongoing efforts to improve shop floor safety, Experience with AWS D17.1, B2.1, D15.1, D1.1, ASME Section IX, and various Military Specifications including Ground Combat and Tech Pub 278 and 248

Fronius, USA – Brighton, MI (2011 – 2012)

Welding Application Engineer

-Produced and conducted formal training to customers on Fronius specific equipment as well as welding basics and techniques, Performed welding tests for prospective and current customers, Performed on site support and installation of Fronius equipment, Automation programming for application specific welds, Prepared and executed live welding demonstrations, Technical guidance with regard to fixturing and work cell design, Provided technical troubleshooting phone support to customers, Supplied customers with formal technical reports for specific welding applications, Managed and tracked all welding tests to completion

Newport News Shipbuilding (Northrop Grumman/Huntington Ingalls)- Newport News, VA (2009-2011)

Field Welding Engineer:

- Troubleshooting and welding problem solution, Aircraft carrier overhaul Lead and new construction technical and welding specification support, Submarine technical and welding specification support, Heavy fabrication and sheet metal fabrication, Machinery, Piping, and Pressure Vessel construction, Writing and optimizing technical instructions for trades support, Communicating daily with engineers, foreman, and tradespersons, Coordinating laboratory research projects with current production needs, Application and interpretation of Naval Technical Publications and Specifications, Written and verbal instruction to trades for the welding and brazing of exotic metals (Aluminum alloys, Stainless Steels, Inconel, Monel, Copper, and Brass) as well as HSLA, HY, and other Carbon Steel alloys, Written and verbal guidance for weld sequencing to minimize distortion, Interpretation of qualification requirements for welding procedure qualifications with anticipated need in production, Communication directly to US Navy as required to explain and provide potential solutions to complex problems

J. Ray McDermott- Morgan City, LA. (Summer 2008)

Welding Engineering Intern:

-Research and Development, Produced welder training program for both hands on welders and welding machine operators, Tested qualification weldments, Worked with AWS, ABS and ANSI codes, Worked with robotic configurations and technologies, Involved in both team and independent work

Straits Steel and Wire- Ludington, MI. (Summer 2007)

Weld Technician:

-Developed corporate preventative maintenance program, designed, fabricated, and assembled parts for dedicated resistance welding machines

Ferris State University Welding Lab– Big Rapids, MI. (September – May, 2006-2009)

Welding Laboratory Aid:

-Performed maintenance on welding equipment, Assisted professor with curriculum, Demonstrated welding techniques for students, and Kept stock of welding consumables

Accomplishments:

-Department of Defense confidential security clearance

- Mentor US Department of Labor Apprentices in Welding and Fabrication Journeyman program

-Assisted in the development of the Lincoln LX Cruiser SAW Tractor

-Co-leader of the Northrop Grumman Newport News New Hire Council

-Industrial Welding Air Filtration Concepts, Practices, Guidelines, and Equipment certification (RoboVent)

Note: References available upon request.

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