Manager Mechanical Engineer

www.linkedin.com/in/Kevin-R-Espinoza Kevin R. Espinoza 480-***-****

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PROFILE

A well-rounded, motivated mechanical engineer with history in design and manufacturing. Possesses noteworthy skills in developing of working models in both a physical and virtual medium. An innovative problem solver and precise individual who considers keen detail, and aesthetics for the final project.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Access

• C++

• Java

• 3D Printing

• SolidWorks

• MATLAB

• Microsoft Office

Suite

(including Project)

• Spanish (Fluent)

INDUSTRIAL COMPETENCIES

• Fork Lift Operator

• Indoor Crane

• Shear Press

• Grinders

• CNC Operator

• Tungsten Inert Gas

EDUCATION

Arizona State University Tempe, AZ

Master of Science – Mechanical Engineering May 2018

• GPA 3.75

Bachelor of Science – Mechanical Engineering May 2016

• GPA 3.24

CLASS PROJECTS

Elliptical Motion Manufacturing Project, Project Manager 01/16 – 12/16

• Invented and manufactured a prototype kinematic model that tracks the elliptical motion of the sun and projects shade onto a targeted object

• Installed a motor, pulley system, Arduino network, and multiple sensors into sun shade tracker through machining, drilling and milling

• Prototype resulted in a decrease of temperature by 22 degrees Fahrenheit Glass Manufacturing Process Improvement Project, Project Manager 08/16 – 12/16

• Designed a system process that recovers glass sheets from recycling receptacle to removes defects resulting in increased efficiency on amount of glass manufactured

• Coordinated team meetings and assigned workload for on-going research. Compiled and reviewed scholarly articles for a research report

• Through our process improvement the company was able to improve yields of about 8% Infant Safety Device Manufacturing Project, Project Manager 01/17 – 05/17

• Re-designed and manufactured a functioning prototype of a child’s car seat that could send danger notifications

• Installed Arduinos network, reed switches, temperature sensors, breadboards, breakout boards and development boards, resulting in 100% connectivity success

• Created a custom 3D printed housing that contained all electrical parts, resulting in 0 broken components Cost Engineering Project, Analyzer 01/17 – 05/17

• Investigated a parts production process, evaluating metrics to find the most cost-effective solution

• Drafted a new factory layout to save steps between departments and machinery

• Calculated machine, personal, and utility costs, analyzing the cost saving optimization EXPERIENCE

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 07/14 – 05/18

Teaching Assistant, IRA A. Fulton School of Engineering 08/16 – 05/18

• Tutored undergraduate and graduate students on how to develop into engineers that are more professional www.linkedin.com/in/Kevin-R-Espinoza Kevin R. Espinoza 480-***-**** *************@*****.***

• Developed grading method that accurately reflected students mastery of concepts level of understanding Grader, School of Matter Transportation and Energy 08/15 - 08/16

• Tutored students, and provided feedback on their performance and helped identify a plan of action to achieve goals

• Directed students’ individually and as a group on how to successfully write technical reports for an Engineering Profession class

Laboratory Technician Assistant, School of Molecular Sciences 07/14 - 08/16

• Prepared chemical solutions, compounds, and lab stations

• Organized complex systems and perform highly technical mechanical/diagnostic tests in scientific laboratories Chemistry Lab, Mesa Community College, Mesa, AZ 01/12 – 08/14

• Performed tests that required exact measurements and a good eye for detail, or the results could be false

• Handled complex lab machinery and computer programs used to conduct tests Intern, Odon Inc., Mesa AZ 05/17 –09/17

• Assisted various senior level engineers in the design and development of robotic safes

• Designed drawings and created RFQ’s of subassemblies to communicate with companies resulting in cost saving

• CAD layout and detailing with Solid Works

Repairs/Maintenance, Desert Industries, Mesa, AZ 06/09 - 08/10

• Responsible for customer service

• Restored merchandise to store room

• Repaired and prepared furniture to sell to customers and maintained products by keeping all items clean and ready for sale Sales Person, Scottsdale Kia, Mesa, AZ 01/09-07/09

• Informed clients about vehicle prices and addressed any questions they had about car features

• Provided excellent customer service to a variety of customers

• Addressed customer services issues as they arose

• Conveyed information from the sales manager to the client

• Developed a strong ethical standard focusing on respect, honesty, and integrity

• Sold over 40 cars

Assistant Manager, La Movida, Salem, OR 06/08 – 01/09

• Maintained communications between owners, employees, and customers

• Built relationships with customers

• Supervised over 25 employees

• Hired new employees and handled scheduling

SCHOLARSHIPS/ACADEMIC HONORS

• NSF - National Science Foundation Scholarship 2016 - 2018

• Hispanic-Serving Institution Special Scholars Scholarship 2015

• Dean’s List 2016 - 2018

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