BRIAN K. SORENSEN

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Shoreview, MN 55126

(C) 702-***-****

ac0ddw@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY:

I am a dependable, responsible motivated individual with the ability to multi task in a fast and busy work environment. Outstanding communication skills interfacing with customers and co-workers and built a reputation

for a trusting relationship.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Medical Device Development Quality Assurance Customer Relationships Training

3D Cad Designs Project Management Profit & Loss Mentor

Design Reviews ePDM Marketing Strategies B2B Sales

EXPERIENCE:

Sr. Cad Design Consultant, Superior Group (September 2015 to December 2016)

Contractor: Nuvectra

A team member in transferring all mechanical component documents from Minnetronix facility to Nuvectra.

My responsibility was making sure all drawings for the 5 devices for the Vertis model were transferred, converted, ECN’s were completed and released for validation and production.

Modified Injection Molded 3D cad models (Solidworks) of the Alogovita and Vertis Spinal Stimulation Devices

Involved in print reviews before product is released for production.

Team member of (UAT) User Acceptance Training: Team member of bringing Solidworks ePDM in house.

Maintaining ePDM database: The creation of all new documents and transferring of existing documents.

Sr. Cad Design Consultant, Smiths-Medical (July 2014 to August 2015)

A team member in transferring all documents from Rockland, MA. facility to the headquarters in St. Paul.

My responsibility was making sure all drawings for the 3 product lines were transferred, converted, and released for validation and production.

Designed and created 3D cad models of Test Fixtures for Manufacturing

Maintaining ePDM database: The creation of all new documents and transferring of existing documents.

Involved in design reviews with Engineers for Production Test Fixtures

Sr. Cad Design Consultant, Wilber Plastic Services (Jan. 2014 to July 2014)

Designed and created 3D cad models for Trim (CNC) and Inspection Gauge Fixtures using Solidworks Cad software

Designed fixtures for a wide variety of Thermoformed parts.

Involved in design reviews with Engineers and Tooling Mgr.

Sr. Cad Designer/Electro-Mechanical Assembler, Lowry Computer Products/Paragon Labeling Machines

(March 2011 to November 2013)

Oversaw RND Documentation, Assembling, Quality inspection and servicing of labeling machines.

Analyzed all detail and assembly drawings to insure drafting standards are met, found existing design flaws and implemented new concepts.

Assisted in assembling the labeling machines, consisting of: mechanical components, electronics, pneumatics, and wiring.

Lead final quality inspection of parts and machines before shipping.

Recommended formats for departmental procedures.

Trained and mentored new employee.

Regional Sales Representative, UsMenuGuide.com/Citycoups.com (September 2008 to March 2011)

Created more exposure by increasing sales in a set territory.

Consistently implemented ideas for new marketing strategies to brand and drive more traffic to the websites.

Achieved sales goals by resolving challenging sales.

Tracked and maintained existing sales accounts to ensure continuation and enhancements of services.

Identified, pursued and captured sales of the most prestige restaurants in Las Vegas.

Producing quality leads through networking, prospecting, and cold calling.

Sr. Product CAD Designer, Boston Scientific, Inc. (April 2005 to April 2007)

Designed and created detail and assembly drawings for cardiovascular devices using SolidWorks Cad software.

Delegated and supervised work to lower level Designers and Drafters.

Collaborated extensively with Applied Research Scientists on developing prospective experimental cardiovascular devices.

Managed multiple projects with an understanding of PDP and TDP phases.

Involved in all design print reviews and processes before product is released for production.

Sr. Product CAD Designer, Seagate Technology, Inc., (November 2001 to April 2005)

Designed and created layouts, drawings for Seagate hard drives using SDRC Master Series Solid Modeling software.

Devised methods to develop models more robust and interchangeable.

Worked in addition with engineers to develop new Suspension Assemblies, FOS (Flex on Suspension) and FSA (Flex Suspension Assemblies) for Seagate Hard Drives.

CAD Designer, Johnstech International Corporation, (February 2001 to October 2001)

Designed and created layouts and drawings for Johnstech High Preformance Contactors utilizing SDRC Master Series Solid Modeling software.

Worked in addition with Engineers to develop new concepts for High Performance Contactors and Manual Actuators.

Involved in design print reviews and processes before product is released for production.

CAD Designer, Dacon Engineering & Service Company, Inc.

Contractor: Seagate Technology, Inc.

Designed and prepared layouts for Manufacture Tool Fixtures using SDRC Master Series Solid Modeling software.

Devised methods to develop models more robust and interchangeable.

Partnered with engineers to develop new component concepts for Seagate Hard Drives.

CAD Designer, Smiths-Medical, (May 1987 to May 1999)

Designed new conceptual sketches for the next generation of CADD Ambulatory Drug Delivery Pumps using

SDRC Master Series Solid Modeling and CadKey software.

Inspected assemblies on CAD for proper fits and tolerances.

Designed parts for Injection Molded, Die Cast, as well as SLA parts

Develop new pain management devices and component concepts.

Communicated extensively with vendors concerning part design, manufacturing methods and specifications.

Oversaw prototype parts regarding models and fixture fabrication created in the model shop.

AWARDS:

Awarded a Patent for Smiths-Medical - #5879143 Reservoir Enclosure Adaptors and Methods

ADDITIONAL TRAINING:

SolidWorks Parts and Assemblies SDRC Master Series Design Drafting

SolidWorks Advanced Assembly Modeling Advanced Cadkey

SolidWorks ePDM Best Practices

Geometric Tolerancing Surfacing

Hands on Statistics Advanced Cadkey

Minitab TQC

Design of Experiments 1 Process Capability Analysis

Design for Six Sigma: Measurement Systems Analysis

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