Brian Valderrama

**** ********** **. ******. **. N6G 0A6 Phone: 519-***-****

Mobile: 519-***-****

http://www.linkedin.com/in/brianvalderrama/ E-mail: acwuyk@r.postjobfree.com

Mechanical Design Engineer

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

A dynamic performance driven Mechanical Engineer with more than seven years experience in equipment

design. Creative designer specialized in designing complex mechanical assemblies, sheet metal,

machined, and weldment components, and producing its engineering drawings. Hands-on experience

working on prototyping, equipment installation, troubleshooting, and providing technical support in

projects. Highly motivated professional and enthusiastic to learn and meet new challenges.

Knowledgeable of manufacturing processes. Working towards Professional Engineering certification, PEO

file No. 100501929.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Project Management: Outstanding talent for working under pressure and meeting goals and objectives

through teamwork or independently under tight timelines

Critical Thinking: Proficient analyzing the feasibility, design, operation and performance of components

and mechanisms applying design calculations and engineering analysis

Organization Skills: Exceptional attention to detail and results driven

New Product Development: Incisive ability to develop new components and assemblies from concept to

finished product including prototyping and validation creating innovative and cost-efficient designs

Problem Solving: Hands-on experience working with customers and vendors to diagnose, advice, and

troubleshoot problems. Interpersonal skills to liaise with other departments

Communication Skills: Proficiency developing and writing detailed equipment assembly manufacturing

and installation procedures, and technical reports. Fluent communicator in English and Spanish

Computer Skills: Proven ability in 3D modeling using SolidWorks. Experience working with EPDM

(Product Data Management) and ECO/ECR systems. Knowledge and fluency in AutoCAD, Inventor,

CREO & Microsoft Office

SUMMARY OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Reduced inventory of motors and speed reducers by 70% and its cost by 50% by introducing

variable frequency drives (VFD) and new driving componets

Re-designed existing equipment to solve quality issues for customers keeping the costs down

Decreased time of producing drawings for manufacturing by 80% (PDF and DXF) by organizing,

updating and maintaining CAD files

Improved the efficiency in manufacturing by producing highly accurate engineering drawings

eliminating rework produced with old CAD system and producing complete 3D assemblies

Engineered and prototyped triple mouse bed for preclinical PET/CT equipment (GE Triumph) in a

tight deadline to satisfy a growing demand in the market

Eliminated backlog of pipeline welding repairs by managing and organizing non-destructive tests

(NDT) activities and experienced repair pipe welders

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Product Engineering Designer, Masco Canada, St Thomas, ON August 2014 Present

Masco Canada is a large manufacturer of plumbing products for commercial and residential purposes

Developing new products and modification of existing ones, components and finish goods.

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Ensuring that products meet the design intent, meet applicable plumbing standards and building

codes, and company specifications for quality.

As a critical member of a cross functional team, provide engineering support on new product

launches and modifications of existing products

Creating drawings from proposal to final design. Responsible for all drawing information including

tolerances / fits, GD&T, and surface finishes

Providing engineering advice in product Deviation and Non-Conformance Reports

Creating Test Instructions for laboratory testing and evaluate results to make decisions

Creating design verification and report (DVP&R) and failure mode effect analysis (FMEA)

Evaluating new products or materials developing test plan for lab testing.

Create, maintain and revise Bill of Materials and drawings using ECB/PPAP Masco processes

and CREO software.

Mechanical Engineer, AVL Manufacturing, Hamilton, ON July 2014 August 2014

AVL Manufacturing manufactures equipment for the oil and gas industry

Designed steel structure battery enclosures

Automation Mechanical Designer, KL Products, London, ON 2011 2013

KL Products is an international supplier of high quality automation equipment for the hatchery industry

Developed and designed automation equipment and parts for the poultry/hatchery and food

industry (Conveyors, separators, washers, etc)

Selected and quoted components and equipment for manufacturing and assembly of machines

Produced accurate engineering drawings for manufacturing and assembly, and generated

complete Bill of Materials (BOM)

Planned and implemented plant layouts selecting equipment for customers based on their

production requirements working closely with sales department

Improved existing and new designs to make performance and cost savings improvements

Mechanical Engineer, GE Healthcare PCI & Gamma Medica-Ideas, London, ON 2006-2011

The worlds leading producer of innovative advanced medical equipment

Engineered and designed equipment and components for small animal PET/CT systems in the

Preclinical industry (PCI) working closely with an interdisciplinary engineering team

Evaluated different techniques of assembling and manufacturing of components and assemblies

Created detailed engineering drawings applying GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and

Tolerancing) of components and complete assemblies

Selected and quoted components for final equipment manufacturing creating complete BOMs

Processed and executed ECR/ECO (Engineering Change Request/Change Order)

Built prototypes, evaluating, testing and validating of new machines and components

Assisted service engineers during install of equipment

Installed and troubleshoot systems and system upgrades at customer sites in different countries

Designed jigs and fixtures to facilitate assembly of heavy components using stress analysis

Developed packaging and crates for systems and subsystems for transportation

Participated in frequent design review meetings to present and analyze product designs

Managed engineering data using EPDM (Enterprise Product Data Management)

Project Manager/Product Designer, Phil Mauer and Associates Inc, Eden, ON 2003-2006

Brian Valderrama

1827 Dalmagarry Rd. London. ON. N6G 0A6 Phone: 519-***-****

Mobile: 519-***-****

http://www.linkedin.com/in/brianvalderrama/ E-mail: acwuyk@r.postjobfree.com

Designer and fabricator of product specific racking and material handling containers for automotive

industry

Developed concept designs for verification and validation of first article

Designed and quoted steel transport racks for the automotive industry

Managed 5-10 projects monthly from design to production working closely with sales, production,

quality and shipping departments

Assisted customers in material handling/packaging design solutions for auto parts storage and

transportation

Relocate to Canada (Took advanced level English courses, went to college for Mechanical Eng. Design)

Quality Assurance Engineer, Saipem S.p.A. Nigeria and Colombia 1997 - 2000

Projects: OCENSA BP Pipeline, Colombia & Soku Gas Plant, Nigeria

Saipem is the worlds biggest construction company in the oil and gas industry

Controlled and prepared quality assurance documentation and specifications in order to elaborate

the final mechanical completion packages (dossier) for the client (Shell Oil Company)

Managed the tasks and organization of pipeline weldment NDT subcontractors and repair

welders

Produced Mechanical works / Welding QA/QC Inspection / Collecting and processing field

inspection data

Inspected construction and manufacturing procedures based on construction specifications

Prepared final mechanical dossier for the client

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering,

Universidad of America, Bogot, Colombia 1995

Evaluated by the University of Toronto in 2000

Mechanical Engineering Technician (Design Major)

Fanshawe College. London, ON 2004

OTHER TRAINING

Solidworks 2011: Sheet metal, Weldments and Advance Assemblies

Javalin Technologies, Oakville, ON August 2011

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