Jason Istre, P.E. 225-***-****
**** ***** *** *****, ***** Rouge, LA 70817 ***********@*****.***
*******@*****.***
Professional Profile
With a university background heavy in thermodynamics, energy system analysis, and
machine design combined with experience in the process/petrochemical industries and end-
user product design along with professional licensure, I am able to deliver a breadth of
experience and the ability to quickly integrate new information and novel ideas to maximize
my value to any project.
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Familiarity working with industry codes Knowledge of the following software
pertaining to the process industry packages
(i.e. : ASME/API/ANSI) o AutoPIPE
• Educational background in o CodeCalc
thermodynamics and machine design o SolidWorks with
• Experience with plastics design COSMOSWorks module
• Experience with sheet metal design o Compress
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in o CAESAR II
Louisiana
Professional Experience
Ford, Bacon, & Davis, LLC, Baton Rouge, LA
August 2006 – June 2009
Mechanical Engineer
Responsibilities:
• Write project particular specifications for process equipment based on
process need, required safety margins, chemical compatibility, etc.
• Collect quotations for equipment and recommend purchase based on
technical review of vendor offerings
• Verify vendor issued documentation and confirm that purchased
equipment is being fabricated to specification and per project timetables
• Provide mechanical engineering support to other engineering disciplines
and project in general as the need arises
• Travel to vendor fabrication facilities and job sites to provide on-site
engineering support as needed
Howard Computers, Laurel, MS
August 2003 – August 2006
Lead Mechanical Engineer
Responsibilities:
• Lead mechanical design efforts and coordinate with other disciplines on
the design of various lines of computerized carts for the healthcare
industry with the goal of providing non-intrusive bedside medication
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delivery/tracking and computing services
• Coordinate with vendors to provide engineering guidance and ensure
component suitability and quality
• Provide engineering input and support to fabrication floor and
manufacturing facilities
• Provide engineering support to sales and marketing by training internal
staff, answering customer technical questions, and supporting marketing
and sales at trade shows as needed
• Inspect damaged or faulty carts to identify any required changes to the
product design or manufacturing procedures
• Support efforts to list carts with organizations such as the Underwriter’s
Laboratory
Education
University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Lafayette, LA
Bachelor of Science
Mechanical Engineering
June 1998 – May 2002
Tulane University, New Orleans, LA
Cellular and Molecular Biology
September 1995 – May 1998
Credentials
Basic Plus Safety Course (OSHA card)
Safety Council Security Passport
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
References
References are available upon request.