Joshua E. Yarbrough

ac1lwj@r.postjobfree.com

(c) 256-***-****

EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL, May 2017 Certifications: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt from UAH Center for Management & Economic Research Machine Experience: Oscilloscope, Multimeter, Soldering, Vibratory Welding, 3D Printers (Maker-bots, Objet, and Dimension, and Lulzbots) ThermoLux Gluing Process, Sonic Welding, Dye Press and Punch, Kiefel Pressure Machine, metal fabrication using basic lathe, milling, and riveting techniques, MIG and TIG welding

Computer Skills: SolidWorks with Finite Element Analysis, MATLAB, Eagle PCB, AutoCad, Zebra Utilities, InterMac Handheld Systems, Keyence Camera Control Software

● Experienced in taking multidisciplinary projects from concept to completion

● Proficient with Solidworks to design, model, and evaluate component and assembly designs

● Wide range of manufacturing experience with assembly process and quality control key focuses

● Strong testing and troubleshooting skills using visual recorded analyses, oscilloscopes, MATLAB, other software tools to diagnose mechanical and electrical hardware issues and failures Faurecia Interior Systems, Tuscaloosa, AL

Process and Quality Engineer Co-op, May 2013 - December 2014

● Created and optimized kanban schedules to meet just-in-time manufacturing for newly-launched Mercedes Benz C-Class

● Updated quality and process documents including PFEMA and PPAP to satisfy company and customer standards

● Solved complex manufacturing issues causing line defects using the company QRCI Root Cause analysis (Gemba problem solving)

● Updated and created new standard operating procedures for multiple production lines Accomplishments

● Mercedes Benz M-Class IP

o Collected and analyzed heat map data to aid development of cooling tool improvements that reduce production line waste from human process error or product delamination o Created and designed quality testing procedures and testing jigs to ensure customer and safety pull force requirements were met

● Successful Program launch for Mercedes Benz C-Class Parcel Shelf o Designed and fabricated a laser beam based operator guidance system to aid in component waste reduction and new operator training

o Facilitated quality control using Keyence cameras and software as well as containment processes during supplier quality issues utilizing InterMac Handheld Systems o Introduced new quality process to manufacturing line to save rework time at end of line o Identified underdesigned tooling that was program built and provided recommendations for improved tooling

NASA Robotic Mining Competition, University of Alabama Astrobotics Systems Engineering Lead, May 2016 – May 2017

● Implemented decision reports with complimentary decision matrices for 2017 RM competition

● Assessed and verified all electrical and mechanical interfaces

● Documented and assessed trade studies for mechanical and electrical sub-systems and assembly level designs

● Introduced a new task tracking system to increase team member communication and project status

● Led a small sub-committee of 10 technical leads and major contributors to create a lessons learned document after 2016 RM competition

o Resulted in 15+ design changes for the 2016-2017 design cycle

● Documented design processes and verification requirements for all sub-systems of the project

● Designed and constructed improved testing environment for system level RMC robot integration, PROFESSIONAL

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Payload Design Team Lead, August 2015-May 2016

● Prototyped new designs and performed feasibility testing of new excavation and off-loading methods

● Responsible for design, and on-site/off-site fabrication of the excavation payload module o Created drawings for all critical components for on or off-site fabrication using GD&T best practices

● Lead mechanical hardware verification and testing leading up to competition NASA Sample Return Centennial Challenge, University of Alabama Astrobotics Co-Mechanical Design Lead, August 2015 – September 2016

● Designed and built an electrical enclosure for a modular electrical design using commercial off-the- shelf components

● Designed and constructed testing course and launch platform

● Redesigned purchased base mount for 4-DOF robotic arm to better support use case of the robotic platform

● Used oscilloscopes to troubleshoot custom encoders issues during system level integration and testing Accomplishments and Awards

NASA Robotic Mining Competition

Winner of Joe Kosmo Award for Excellence, Caterpillar Award for Full Autonomy, 2015, 2016, 2017 2017 2nd - Systems Engineering paper

2017 1st - Team Outreach

Rising Star Award, The National Space Club - Huntsville Chapter Presented to a young person or team reflecting superior performance in the area of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)

NASA Sample Return Centennial Challenge

Successful completion of Level I, 2016, Awarded $6K One of only 7 teams which qualified nationwide to compete at Level II for $1.5M total prize award Mechanical Engineering Senior Design Project, “RISE Above”, University of Alabama Electrical and Power Integration Design Lead, August 2016 - May2017

● Collaborated with The RISE School of Tuscaloosa to retrofit a children’s ride-on-top toy vehicle to enable the independence of a 4-year old child with severe movement disabilities Implemented design approach:

o Executed a new button based control system on an Arduino Mega with interrupt pin control o New electrical, mechanical, and safety systems for the vehicle with commercial off-the-shelf components

o Analog based electrical control scheme replaced with sabertooth motor controller and microcontroller

o Anderson connectors and screw terminal connections added to vehicle ensure secure connections o Raspberry Pi hosts a web server for a parental control system that sends commands to Arduino Mega

Magic Mirror, Summer 2016

● Java based open source modular smart mirror platform created by Github community user MichMich was customized for specific application

● Customized platform executed on a Raspberry Pi 3

● Selected accompanying LCD screen and driver module

● Utilized woodworking skills to produce a frame for mirror and electronics enclosure American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)

Society of Automotive Engineering (SAE)

Alabama Crew Club (ACC), University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL Vice President August 2012 - May 2014

Contributions included: managed team’s travel arrangements, coaching conflicts, boat maintenance, new boat procurement.

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