Engineer Mechanical

James Edwards

***** ** ****** **. ******** OR. 97229

503-***-**** abh6zy@r.postjobfree.com

Profile: Highly effective Mechanical Engineer experienced in product

development and manufacturing with solution-focused results. Adept at

isolating and solving manufacturing problems. Proven history in rapid

response resulting in excellent internal and external customer service.

Performance driven and enjoy seeking out challenges.

Mechanical Engineer ~ Manufacturing

o More than 20 years experience in progressively responsible Manufacturing

Engineering positions within the electronics industry.

o Proven history in product and tooling development; skillful in

simplifying complex designs

o Established history of supporting manufacturing associates in process and

product knowledge

o Able to work independently as well as collaborate with co-workers

o Exceptionally skilled at implementing Design For Manufacturing (DFM)

from inception through production phases

o Capacity for detailed follow through and results-oriented

o Proven history of dependability, timeliness, and work efficiency

o Excellent mechanical intuition and aptitude and a strong hands on

approach

o Proficient in machine shop skills

Expertise and Areas of Effectiveness

Root Cause Analysis Troubleshooting SolidWorks

Design Teamwork oriented Machining

Technical Support Multi-tasking Trainer

Project Management Process Flow Research

Selected Career Accomplishments

> Developed the new erasable pen ink delivery system for Gillette Papermate

Division resulting in hundreds of millions of products and respective

increased revenue

> Engineered the start up of the High Density Shielded Interconnect process

resulting in a new product line generating $4M yearly over an eight year

period

Manufacturing

. Ability to clarify processes, build consensus, and instill cooperation

. Strong customer relations response; consistently maintain positive

attitude and solution-focused

. Excel at multi-tasking and prioritizing workload

. Provide concrete and realistic work methods

. Strengths in training and managing staff while instilling positive

attitudes for goal achievement

Mechanical Engineering

. Knowledgeable in design of products and process tools utilizing

SolidWorks

. Manage project responsibility from product development through end of

production

. Strong problem solving skills at a functional level, including the

ability to act with decisiveness

. Talent for combining company process capability with customer product

requirements

Professional Experience

SENIOR ENGINEER, Carlisle Interconnect Technology, Vancouver, WA

1997 - July 2010

High Performance Interconnect Solutions and top Fortune 1000 company

. Performed product development and introduction of highly technical cable

assemblies including micro-coaxial ribbon cable

. Interface with customers' engineering and production staffs to minimize

production difficulties (DFM)

. Support process improvement and productivity goals

. Train manufacturing staff in product specifications, tools, and processes

. Built the first prototypes of new products to insure greater

understanding

Key Achievement

> Developed and implemented a unique and profitable process, namely the

high density system interconnect assembly process

PROJECT ENGINEER, Digital Equipment Company, Burlington, VT

1978 - 1991

. Responsible for introducing several new computer products to the

manufacturing facility

. Interfaced between design and manufacturing implementing DFM concepts

. Facilitated training programs for Management Development

. Component Quality Engineer responsible for supplier quality tracking and

feedback

Key Achievements

> Developed and installed a Mechanical Incoming Inspection area for

improved Quality Assurance results

> Managed team of 10 Engineers.

Other Career History

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER, Dynatech Cryomedical Company, Boston, MA

RESEARCH and DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER, Gillette Company, Boston, MA

DESIGN ENGINEER, General Electric Armament Division, Burlington, VT

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

University of Vermont

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Vermont Technical College

Human Resource Development Certificate Program

Trinity College

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