Samuel O. Jasper Birmingham, AL *****

205-***-****

Engineering Professional

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\ MATERIALS ENGINEER

Leader in engineering eager to utilize and expand upon knowledge of composites manufacturing and evaluation, and space

exploration and aerospace technology.

Highly motivated professional with background in composites, plastics and metals, and testing and evaluation; in-depth experience in

composite modeling and concept development. Quick study with solid understanding of complex manufacturing and production issues.

Valued contributor to engineering projects involving problem solving and research and development through excellent communication

skills, collaborative attitude, and commitment to process improvement. Core competencies include:

Mechanical Testing and Twin-Screw Extrusion

Budgeting

Evaluation Compression Molding

Research and Analysis

Report Generation Auto Manufacturing

Thermal Systems

Computer-Aided Design

Engineered Plastics and

(CAD)

Composites

COMPUTER SKILLS:

CATIA Solid Works Hypermesh ANSYS Pro-E/Creo MATLAB MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint for Windows/Mac) JMP

Statistical Software PRO:MAN Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat) AutoCad

EDUCATION

University of Alabama at Birmingham - Birmingham, AL

Master of Science, Materials Engineering (Engineered Plastics and Composites), 2013

Morehouse College - Atlanta, GA

Bachelor of Science, Physics (Concentration in Applied Physics), 2008

TRAINING

2014: CATIA Modeling Software - Safety and Operation for Automotive Robots

2013: Alabama Composites Conference at UAB (4-day conference) - Planning committee member

Received notable mention during student poster competition for vibration and acoustic characteristics of thin carbon fiber/PP

composites research project.

20092013: University of Alabama at Birmingham

Materials Testing: Tensile, Impact, 3-point Bend, Acoustic and Vibration testing

Materials Processing: VARTM, Pultrusion, Compression Molding, LRTM, Injection Molding, Hand Layup, Resin

Compounding, and Long Fiber Composite Tapes

Systems and Equipment: Scanning Electron Microscopy, X- Ray Diffraction, DSC, TGA, and Rheology, and FTIR Spectrum

Analysis

ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE

20142015: ENGINEER ASSOCIATE Honda Manufacturing of Alabama LLC Lincoln, AL

Leading automotive light-truck manufacturer in Alabama that produces and assembles the Honda Odyssey, Ridgeline, Pilot and Acura MDX.

Project Leader and supervisor for 3 employees in New Model Department-Paint to complete 2 major engineering projects for upcoming

Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles involving composite and polymer body components. Key contributor to developing construction plans

for large-scale equipment installs. Oversaw project budgets totaling over $10 million in equipment.

Established detailed project schedule and partnered with industry vendors to install latest robotic equipment needed to inject

foam materials into production units.

Collaborated with Research and Development to determine best automotive oven configuration for curing composite structural

component during manufacturing.

Improved acoustic quality in light trucks and maintained takt time by launching robotic installation of polyurethane foam

systems; performed design of experiments (DOE) and data simulation trials to gauge materials usage.

Saved $2 million in capital investment by properly investigating equipment suppliers and determining most economical costs.

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Implemented innovative technology to enhance manufacturability of new model components and systems.

Produced high-level presentations enabling effective communication with plant leadership.

Summer 2013: ENGINEERING INTERN Amtech Corporation LLC (Southeast Division) Wetumpka, AL

Full-scale glass fiber composite manufacturing plant producing high quality fiberglass and vacuum formed parts for automotive, utility truck, and

military industries. Acquired by McClarin Plastics in 2015.

Developed work instructions for Light Resin Transfer Molded (LRTM) and open molded fiberglass composites. Supported lead design

engineer in determining, evaluating, and solving production and quality issues during manufacturing process.

Created and assigned bill of materials (BOM) for each part drawing to track materials usage.

Trained line associates on proper fiber spray gun techniques and LRTM (Light Resin Transfer Molding) procedures to

guarantee consistent part creation, decrease defects, and reduce material waste.

Reviewed CAD drawings, produced engineering designs, and consulted with materials suppliers to analyze improvements in

process control and inspection of finished products.

Monitored production quotas by visiting team member workstations to ensure proper takt time for parts.

20072013: University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL

Provides specialized training to graduate and undergraduate students in areas of Composite and Plastic Materials; Casting and Solidification; and

Metals Processing.

GRADUATE TRAINEE - Materials Science and Engineering Department (2008-2013)

Contributed to Materials Research and Development Lab tasked with conducting research and analysis to determine material

properties of engineered plastics and composite materials such as Carbon fiber/ Glass fiber composites, Nanoparticles, PE & PP, and

Nylon.

Administered mechanical and non-destructive testing of composite materials for industry applications including automotive and

military.

Performed thermal analysis on various thermoplastic and thermoset resins to determine characteristics, viscosity, melting and

transition temperatures.

PHYSICS RESEARCH EXPERIENCE FOR UNDERGRADUATES (PREU) INTERN (Summer 2007)

Researched composite materials for self-healing E-glass and carbon fiber composites.

Member of team of graduate students on a project to conduct research and utilize manufacturing techniques including twin-

screw extrusion, thermoplastic compounding and blending of plastics, and compression molding.

CURRENT EXPERIENCE

2008Present: PHOTOGRAPHER Sam Jasper Photography Birmingham, AL

Family-owned photography business crafting custom portrait services for weddings, engagements, family memories, and special events.

Provide custom and specialized photography in-house or on location using a variety of cameras and photographic equipment for quality

shootings.

Consult with clients to determine needs based on expectations, budget and time.

Generated new business by interacting with potential clients via social media and at private events.

Received 99% rating on client satisfaction survey by creating a positive experience, excellent editing and finishing, and hands-

on approach to capturing memories.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

20062008: SALES REPRESENTATIVE Insperience Studio by KitchenAid Atlanta, GA

20052006: ASSET PROTECTION ASSOCIATE Target Stores Atlanta, GA

AFFILIATIONS/VOLUNTEER

Society of Plastic Engineers (SPE)

Birmingham Youth Advisory Board (YMCA)

United Way

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