Mechanical Engineering Engineer

Jeffrey Corado

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SUMMARY:

Mechanical Engineer with expertise in analysis, design, development, test and support of mission critical hardware. Industry experience includes simulating thermal cycling, gravitational loads, random vibration and shock environmental testing, while abiding by customer specifications. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, quickly assessing situations and providing solutions. Effectively communicate direction and convey complex information in easily understood formats. Well-disciplined with proven ability to manage multiple projects efficiently under extreme pressure while meeting tight deadline schedules. Aggressive and energetic self-starter, who works effectively both independently and as a team member. Eager to learn a new skill and ready for my next challenge. Earned both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis in Material Science, Design, Aeronautics and Structures. Computer skills include ANSYS, SolidWorks, Creo Parametric, MATLAB, LabView and Microsoft Office Products.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Analytical Engineer, Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Mar 2014 – Jun 2015

Responsible for performing component/system level analysis and interpreting test results

Presented analyses and technical reports to customers, program managers and senior engineers resulting in 95% customer satisfaction and 8 completed projects within budget and timeline

Applied engineering principles to develop and propose initial design parameters

Participated in concept modeling efforts to reduce program risk and recommend viable concepts with analytical methods

Took part in DFMEA/PFMEA with cross functional teams

Capable of performing parametric studies of design parameters to optimize design concepts with engineering personnel

Cashier/Sales Associate, Barnes & Noble College Bookstore, WPI, MA Apr 2011 – July 2014

Maintained over 0.5 million dollars of inventory, accountable for the daily intake of 1,000 dollars in revenue during events showcasing the university

Manage cashiering activities in purchases, returns, exchanges, and rentals

Responsible for processing over 5,000 dollars in online orders for customers and pre-order items before quarters and holidays

Help customers with any questions and concerns about B&N products

Instructor, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, MA Aug 2013 – Jan 2014

Developed and facilitated the course covering “Developing Spatial Thinking Skills” for 100 students

Helped incoming first year students improve their spatial thinking skills

Provided guidance through several workshops, sketching models, and interactive software exercises

Test results after the course displayed a 98% passing score of understanding the material

PROJECTS:

Major Qualifying Project, Kite Power Team, WPI, ME-Aeronautics (Team of 4) Aug 2012 - May 2013

Designed and created an airborne wind turbine system using sled kites to generate 300W of electricity

Used CAD modeling software to produce and test 4 different wind turbine configurations

Developed a detailed cost analysis for different kite and balloon system configurations which resulted in 15% cost reduction compared to existing systems

Interactive Qualifying Project, Oude Molen Eco-Village, Cape Town, South Africa Aug 2011 - Dec 2011

Created a self-sustaining community for the residents of Oude Molen, Cape Town, South Africa

Designed a virtual future village that addressed lack of housing, infrastructure, micro-enterprises, and community

Gathered input from residents and relevant stakeholders to make the most beneficial decision for reviving the village

Developed a proposal in 2 months were an annual potential income of 1.5 million USD from both commercial and residential spaces could be collected

Society of Automotive Engineers, University of California Riverside (Team of 4) Sep 2009 - Mar 2010

Baja Team: Created a lightweight brake system using SSBC brakes to deliver 10% higher precision power needed for competition. Redesigned a roll cage with 20% weight reduction from previous designs and increase cost effectiveness

Aero Team: Built prototype CAD models to analyze 5 different designs in order to increase payload fraction

EDUCATION:

Masters of Science, Mechanical Engineering (WPI) May 2014

Bachelors of Science, Mechanical Engineering (WPI) Concentration: Aeronautics May 2013

SKILLS:

Computer: ANSYS, Creo Parametric, SolidWorks, MATLAB, LabView, AUTODYN, Autodesk Revit, XFOIL

Languages: Fluent in Spanish

TRAINING:

Introduction to ANSYS AUTODYN

Introduction to ANSYS Explicit

Introduction to ANSYS Mechanical

Advanced Failure Mode and Effective Analysis

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