JESSE BLACK

*** * ******* **. ***** Rapids, MI **827

Cellular Phone: 517-***-**** . Email: ablxz7@r.postjobfree.com

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SUMMARY

Highly motivated and creative mechanical engineer with 9 years CAD, 5

years technical drafting, 5 years machining, 2 years project management

and process engineering experience. Accustomed to using analytical skills

in a fast paced, high volume production setting; as well as, experience in

leading a diverse team of people. Seeking a challenging work environment

with an emphasis on professional and personal development.

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SKILLS

. CAD/CAM: NX3& 5, Pro-Engineer Wildfire 4.0, Rhino 4.0, Autodesk Inventor,

AutoCAD 2006

. Reverse Engineering: Polyworks v11.0, Faro Arm Probe and Laser Scanner

. Industrial Robotics: Kawasaki Robotics C & D30 Controllers- Robot

Teaching and Operation, AS Language Programming

. Manual Machining: Horizontal Mill, Vertical Mill, Lathe, and Surface

Grinder Operation

. CNC Machining: G-Code Programming-Mill and Lathe, Conversational

Programming-Mill and Lathe

. Finite Element Analysis: ANSYS Workbench 11.0, Altair HyperWorks 9.0 -

HyperMesh & HyperView

. Manufacturing: Five S, Toyota Way, Toyota Production System (TPS)

. Problem Solving Methodologies: Toyota Business Practice (TBP)

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Designer

July

2008-November 2009

Pratt and Miller Engineering and Fabrication Inc., New Hudson MI

. Collaborated with race engineers, mechanics, and fabricators to design,

model, and analyze components for the 2009 ALMS GT-2 Corvette and 2010

GrandAm GT Camaro race cars

. Created detail drawings for fabricated and machined race car and

military components

. Utilized ANSYS Workbench to perform linear static stress and

displacement analyses of components under specified loading conditions

. Worked with customers to design, model, and analyze military components

for proof of concept studies and production

. Utilized Faro Laser Scanner and Probe along with Polyworks software to

create polygonal models of BMW and Mercedes Benz engines

Engineering Specialist- Paint, Powertrain (Engineer in Training Rotational

Program) July 2006-June

2008

Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America/New United Motors

Manufacturing Inc., Fremont CA

. Provided line support for Underbody PVC, Sealer, Dampening Coat line

including, the creation and implementation of start-up checks, fault

recovery instructions, and process controls

. Programmed and modified Kawasaki robot operations for Underbody PVC,

Sealer, and Dampening Coat applications

. Used problem solving skills to identify and countermeasure problems

with 2007 and 2009 Corolla and Vibe models

. Managed a diverse team to ensure vehicle underbodies were sealed to

design specifications

. Utilized project management skills for the removal and installation of

equipment

Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America/Toyota Motor

Manufacturing West Virginia, Buffalo WV

. Managed $250,000 project including, development of the project

schedule, budget, equipment, and labor sourcing

. Supported design, modification, and fabrication of auxiliary equipment

for 6-cylinder engine and 6-speed automatic transmission pilot lines

. Created and modified detail drawings of auxiliary equipment for 6-

cylinder engine and 6-speed automatic transmission lines

. Designed, managed fabrication, and implemented repair transfer carts on

6-speed automatic transmission line

Body and Design Team Leader

May 2004-May 2006

Michigan State University Formula Racing Team, East Lansing MI

. Designed composite body for 2005 and 2006 Michigan State University

Formula SAE race cars

. Reduced composite body weight from 2005 to 2006 by 8 pounds

. Led a team of students with varying levels of experience in the

fabrication of the 2006 three-piece composite body

. Ensured body design complied with all rules and standards set by the

Society of Automotive Engineers for the Formula SAE competition

. Verified component and system clearances digitally with all team

leaders for race car

. Maintained all CAD data for the 2005 Michigan State University Formula

SAE race car

Vehicle Powertrain Design Engineering - Associate Engineer Intern

May 2005-

August 2005

Roush Industries, Allen Park MI

. Maintained inventory and parts supply to engine build unit for 2007 GT

500

. Worked with CAD and fabrication departments to modify engineering

designs, including a vibration test fixture

. Maintained and updated 2007 GT 500 engine process sheets

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ACTIVITIES & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

. Resident Mentor - Michigan State University: Managed 42 male residents

August 2004-May 2005, August 2005-December 2005

. 2002 Michigan VICA Post-Secondary Gold Medalist in Technical Drafting

April 2002

. Placed 10th overall in the 2002 National VICA Technical Drafting

Competition out of 55 students

June 2002

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EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

August 1999-May 2001, May

2003-May 2006

Michigan State University, East Lansing MI

GPA: 3.60

Associate of Applied Science, CAD/CAM Technician

June

2000-May 2003

Lansing Community College, Lansing MI

GPA 3.81

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