Michael J. Drouard

***** ********* ****, **** ****** Box 157, Dunbridge, Ohio 43414

ablwb2@r.postjobfree.com

419-***-****

Objective:

To obtain a Design/Engineering position where I am allowed to flourish and learn. An ideal

position would allow me to showcase my current skills and knowledge while constantly learning

new and challenging aspects in all facets of an engineering workplace.

Work History

September, 2008 – October, 2008

The Mergis Group Incorporated, Maumee, Ohio

Short term contact position on location with The Sponseller Group Incorporated, Holland, Ohio

Design Engineer position

During my tenure I was responsible for the design and retrofit of automotive assembly line

machinery and equipment. I utilized advanced CAD modeling techniques to integrate a new

product into existing assembly line machinery and process footprint. I generated cost effective

solutions to daily design challenges. My duties included 3D model and 2D drawing generation,

BOM generation and management, assembly analysis and component research and specification.

February, 1998 – April, 2007

Applied Technologies Incorporated, Maumee, Ohio

Design Project Manager/Supervisor

Tenure included constant promotion from original position as CAD Technician/Designer to

Design Project Manager/Supervisor. Duties include project management, customer service

liaison, cost and timing estimation, manpower supervision and team building, 3D model and 2D

drawing generation, data and bill of materials (BOM) management, issues tracking, APQP, FEA

interpretation, project quality/checking. Fluency in most major CAD programs including CATIA

V4 & V5, Unigraphics, SolidWorks, AutoCAD and Inventor. I have had major exposure to

product development and cost effective manufacturability, GD&T, product lifecycle management

(PLM) design techniques.

February, 1991 – February, 1998

Helm Instrument Company Incorporated, Maumee, Ohio

Machinist

I was responsible for “cradle to grave” machining of precision metal and plastic components for

the metal forming industry. I am highly versed in the operation of all major manual machine

tools including lathes, vertical mills, surface grinders and light fabrication equipment. I provided

feedback for continuous improvement initiatives and alternative manufacturing methods.

Education

May, 2009 – Present

Siena Heights University, Adrian, Michigan

Currently enrolled part time in their Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering Technology Program.

Graduation August, 2010.

I am attending school through the online distance learning program and can assure you that I

have plenty of time to balance full time employment and school work loads.

August, 1995 – June, 2004

Owens State Community College, Perrysburg, Ohio

Associate of Applied Science Mechanical Engineering Technology degree.

Graduated June, 2004

August, 1989 – June, 1991

Penta Career Center (Vocational High School), Perrysburg, Ohio

Machine Trades Program

Graduated June, 1991

August, 1987 – June, 1991

Rossford High School, Rossford, Ohio

College Preparatory Curriculum

Graduated June, 1991

Memberships

Project Management Institute

National Rifle Association

Thank you for your consideration.

References available upon request.

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