Engineer Engineering
Resume:
SKILLS
Software:
SolidWorks
AutoCAD
Adobe Illustrator
Photoshop
MS Project
Excel
PowerPoint
Packaging
Blow Molding
Thermoforming
Concept Design
Engineering Design
Drafting
Project Management
Timeline Management
Capital Management
EDUCATION
Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, Illinois
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering Technology—Plastics; GPA – 3.25/4.0
Epsilon Pi Tau – Engineering Honors Fraternity
Vice President – Northern Illinois Chapter
Shabbona, IL
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OBJECTIVE
To be part of an engineering group that encourages creative thinking, continuous improvement, and enthusiasm in the field of engineering.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
R2 Design Labs October 2014- Current
Contract Packaging/Design Engineer
Assist customers with selection, design, tooling and commercialization of packaging
Create conceptual designs and renderings for almost all packaging formats
oDesign Patent Holder
oManufacture or procure prototypes according to customer specifications
Generate engineering-ready 3D models and drawings specializing in Blow Molding and Thermoforming
Audit packaging production facilities to identify cost-saving opportunities
Attend customer filling-line trials to evaluate performance of packaging
Attain competitive bids for packaging and vetting vendors on behalf of clients
The Keilman Household January 2009-October 2014
Domestic Engineer – Raising Twins
Silgan Plastics July 2006- January 2009
Product Development Engineer – Injection Stretch Blow Molding (PET)
Understand customer packaging needs and help them to develop manufacturable bottles on time and on budget
3D CAD Conceptual and Engineering Design (UG NX 5.0)
In-depth knowledge of both 1-step and 2-step PET bottle production and tooling
Capital research, evaluation, request, and management
Statistical Process Evaluation
Commission, Qualify, and Verify bottle production capabilities
The Marketing Store January 2006-July 2006
Project Engineer – Happy Meal Toys
Managed engineering-related activities involved in the development and production of McDonald’s Happy Meal Toys.
oCosts and meeting required price points
Fabric, hair, paint, color selections, electronics (voice, sound, LED’s) recommendations, manufacturing process selections etc.
oEngineering/Production-related design recommendations
oManaging toy concepts through various stages of prototyping
Responsible for compiling, refining, and proposing toy concepts to McDonald’s corporate
Interface between US and Oversees Engineering divisions of TMS
Worked alongside the reliability team to ensure toys meet child-safety requirements
Liquid Container, L.P. September 2001-January 2006
Project Engineer– Injection Stretch Blow Molding (PET)
Involved in every facet relating to PET Injection Stretch Blow Molding (ISBM) manufacturing process (1 and 2-step)
Created Bottle package designs, logos, presentations and renderings using Unigraphics, SolidWorks, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop
Utilized AutoCAD to generate plant layout drawings for machinery and auxiliary equipment
Created and managed product development timelines (MS Project)
Statistical Evaluation for process control
Developed, implemented, and maintained MS Access database for product data management
Directly involved with customers on new product development, including design criteria, bottle specifications, pallet patterns, and experience with determining manufacturing strategies
Worked closely with vendors to acquire parts or equipment, implement maintenance, and manage deadlines
Responsible for the request, management and allocation of over $3MM in capital expenditures
Managed equipment and installation vendors for new and incoming equipment
Assisted in hiring and interviewing candidates for plant job opportunities
Alloyd Company, Inc. October 1999-September 2001
CNC Programmer, Engineering – Thermoformed Packaging
Tooling Design Intern
Northern Illinois University January 1999-September 2001
Project Management Teaching Aide, Lab Assistant, Grant Procurement Assistant
EDUCATION
Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, Illinois
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering Technology—Plastics; GPA – 3.25/4.0
Black Hawk Community College, Kewanee, Illinois
Concurrently with Galva High School
Galva High School, Galva, Illinois
High School Diploma; Class Rank - 5th; GPA – 4.6/5.0
HONORS AND ORGANIZATIONS
National Chapter of Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE)
Vice President – Northern Illinois Chapter 1999-2000.
Epsilon Pi Tau – Engineering and Technology Honors Fraternity
Vice President – Northern Illinois Chapter
Winner of Engineering Excellence Award – College of Engineering & Engineering Technology, Northern Illinois University for Penny Pinching Machine
Best Department Project
Best Overall Project
Wrote and Published animated script for machine safety for Manufacturing Education at Northern Illinois University.
REFERENCES AND RECENT PORTFOLIO WORK AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
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