SUMMARY

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEInnovative engineering team member proficient at total quality practices, mechanical design, and modern manufacturing processes. Cognizant of design for manufacturing (DFM), GD&T, documentation control, continuous improvement, statistical process control (SPC), root cause analysis (RCA), and Six Sigma DMAIC methodologies. Proficient at developing standards, monitoring quality, reducing costs, and increasing productivity. Experienced in project oversight, CAD and PDM/PLM systems administration, quality assurance, and change management. Knowledgeable with worldwide proprietary, industrial and commercial standards; TS 16949, AS 9000, ISO 14001, and the ISO 9000 family of standards.

EDUCATION

Cincinnati State - Cincinnati, OH

Associate of Applied Science - AAS, Mechanical Engineering Technology

(ABET accredited Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician program)

University of South Carolina – Spartanburg, SC

Bachelor of Science - BS, Major: Engineering Technology Management, Minor: Business Administration

(ABET accredited Engineering Management/Technology Management program)

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Quality Applications:

Six Sigma

APQP

PPAP

5 Why

8D

DMAIC

FMEA

Design

Process

PQM

SPC

MRP/ ERP /SAP Applications:

AS400

Oracle

Encore

GrowthPower

JD Edwards

MAS 500

CAD Applications:

AutoCAD

Catia

SolidWorks (CSWP)

Metadata Applications:

EPDM / PDM Pro

Teamcenter

Windchill

Work Experience

Temporary / Contractor

Designer & Quality Freelance, South Carolina; 09/17 – Present

While working to realize academic ambitions, projects have commenced with local and international organizations to perform tasks related to mechanical design and quality engineering on a temporary as-needed basis:

Quality Engineer – Quality Service Group (QSG)

Perform root cause analysis to identify appropriate corrective actions, analyze processes for potential continuous improvement opportunities for a Tier 1 Supplier of structural plastic components/assemblies. Focused on improving performance and achieving acceptable PPM to transition facility from Controlled Shipping (CS1/CS2) conditions.

Quality Engineer - In-Tech Automotive Engineering (at BMW Manufacturing)

Provided technical problem-solving abilities to current series vehicles in production. Performed Gemba walks, 5

why investigations, and root cause analysis. Planned corrective action for issues with product and process

quality. Documented quality with designs, parts, and installation while Interfacing directly with production,

analysis, supply chain, and engineering teams.

Designer/Quality Engineer - Boondocks Farmstead Experiment LLC.

Responsible for the design of filling equipment, material handling equipment, systems application design, and packaging machinery. Prioritized design tasks to complete project in support of the vision and mission of the business. Oversaw installation, systems updates, and facility retrofitting projects. Performed root cause analysis, DFMEA, PFMEA, 5 why investigations, and documented products and processes from inception through project completion. Successfully achieve company goal of growing a sustainable facility.

Design Team Lead/Quality Specialist

Proterra Bus Inc., Greenville, SC; 04/12 – 09/17

Developed and maintained company design and quality standards. Setup and maintain PDM/PLM system workflows for engineering, change management, production, and quality. Ensured company protocol in a fast-paced startup environment. Communicated status and updates of projects with stakeholders. Ensured design (DFM) and quality met industry and regulatory standards. Responsible for verifying quality of parts and vehicle systems/assemblies in engineering and production environments. Developed design enhancements that improved quality and reduced costs by well over $500,000.00 throughout the life of the vehicle series.

Mechanical Engineer

General Dynamics Land Systems - Force Protection, Ladson, SC; 05/10 - 03/12

Utilized 3D parametric modeling software to update and maintain wheeled armored vehicles (MRAP) for military applications. Integral member of the first team (Buffalo) in company history to successfully get a vehicle through Military mandated quality audit of all documentation and designs – the entire team consistently surpassed expectations on project completion, quality, and was instrumental in getting the Buffalo (MRAP) vehicle awarded Program of Record (POR) by the United States Army. Responsible for ensuring ASME/ANSI and ISO standards in documentation were maintained. Reconciled BOM's for a high-quality production history and maintaining files through PTC – Windchill for MRP/ERP.

Mechanical Design Engineer

ITW Military GSE, Palmetto, FL.; 12/08 - 05/10

Designed and detailed Aircraft ground support equipment, HVAC carts, and electrical power converters for military applications. Coordinated BOM's and documentation of design packages and product quality. Utilized 3D parametric modeling software, and quality programs to maintain industry standards. PLM/PDM/CAD administrator for the military equipment division responsible for ensuring system libraries and file structures were maintained to the ISO / AS9000 / TS 16949 quality guidelines. Implemented streamlined practices to reduce costs and enhance quality, generating annual savings of over $98,000.00.

Mechanical Design Engineer

Oshkosh Truck Corporation - Pierce Manufacturing Inc., Bradenton, FL.; 01/06 – 12/08

Involved in every aspect of custom fire and rescue vehicles design and quality assurance. Responsible for coordinating BOM’s with all documentation and CAD data for each vehicles design. Utilized 3D parametric modeling software to created complete CAD packages of fire apparatus, truck bodies, components, and interiors. Maintained PLM/PDM/CAD systems and engineering standards to meet ISO and quality requirements. Created Issue/problem clarifications, descriptions, and documentation. Introduced several practices and procedures to improve quality, resulting in projected savings of over $73,000.00 per year.

Mechanical Design Engineer

IDEX Corporation - Class 1, Ocala, FL.; 03/04 - 01/06

Responsible for the Design and Detail of fire suppression apparatus, and PLM/PDM/CAD Administration. Maintained BOM's, and all documentation related to projects. Performed drive line, and stress, analysis to ensure the integrity of the designs. Utilized 3D parametric modeling software to develop standard designs and ne practices which automated many aspects of the engineering process – Incorporated practices resulted in projected savings of over $165,000.00 per year.

Mechanical Designer

IWKA - AUTOPROD INC./ INEX VISION SYSTEMS, Clearwater, FL; 08/02 - 03/04

Utilized parametric modeling software to design packaging/filling equipment, inspection machinery, and complete systems. Managed BOM’s, documentation, and quality aspects related to projects. Served as PDM/PLM/CAD Administrator for multiple facilities in Florida. Incorporated new procedures in engineering and quality which resulted in a projected savings of over $165,000.00 per year.

Mechanical Designer

SIDEL PACKAGING - GEBO Corporation USA, Bradenton, FL; 01/01 - 08/02

Instrumental in the design and quality control of high-speed packaging/filling, material handling equipment, and complete systems. Projects included structural supports/mezzanines, drive systems, hydraulics & pneumatics, piping. CAD system administrator for 3D parametric modeling, and 2D programs.

Mechanical Systems Designer

FKI Logistics / The Buschman Company, Cincinnati, OH; 01/98 - 01/01

Involved in every aspect of design and quality assurance for material handling systems, SRS, structural systems, as well as facility logistics & layout. Responsible for maintaining records of design, detailing, and engineering processes.

Mechanical Designer / Drafter

Representatives of Packaging Machinery Inc., Mason, OH; 12/95 - 01/98

Designed and detailed packaging, filling, SRS, handling systems, inspection machinery/systems. Preformed design tasks on high-speed, fully automated machines and integration systems for the retail, food & beverage, personal care, and computer manufacturing industries. Maintained all drawings and documentation including BOM's, proposals, and presentations.

Drafter/Designer

Optimum Consulting Engineers, Cincinnati, OH; 06/93 - 12/95

Contract engineering team member for a multidisciplinary firm. Gained knowledge and experience working on several design projects which involved structural layouts, piping layouts, manufacturing automation, and material handling system integration.

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