Lawrence A. Pavlik

Sterling Heights, Mi

Cell 586-***-**** – email: ad1x28@r.postjobfree.com

I have the discipline and attention to detail that it takes to be a complete asset to your company.

Senior Designer, Air International Thermal Systems Dec. 2021 – Sept. 2023

●Designing plastic injection parts using Catia V5, TeamCenter, VIS-MockUp

●HVAC systems with Plenums, Actuator driven mechanics.

●Using overmolded and straight injection techniques. Molding processes taken into consideration.

●Able to deliver CAD data in a timely manner in support of program timing.

Senior Designer, Roechling Automotive Jan. 2019 – Dec 2021

●Designed plastic injection parts using Catia V5, TeamCenter, VIS-MockUp

●Cowl Panels, AGS systems, and Intake Manifolds.

●Resolved problems using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies, or concepts.

●Meet with production, tooling and engineering staff to guide and document engineering feasibility, cost effectiveness, and customer demand for new and existing products.

Senior Mechanical Designer, Montaplast April 2011 – Dec 2018

●Designing plastic intake manifolds using Catia V5, TeamCenter, VIS-MockUp

●GOR, AGS, and CMCV systems (using vacuum actuators, position sensors and flapper type system), design experience.

●Interpret FEA analysis (burst, mold flow), Vibration and hot plate welding techniques used.

●Familiar with injection mold and vacuum form technology. Nylon materials.

Designer III, Bunn-O-Matic May 2010 – April 2011

Contracted through Productive Resources

●Designed small commercial appliances using sheet metal and plastic techniques.

●Relays, valves and circuit boards are incorporated into refrigeration and dry powder machines.

●Routing of electrical lines and other hoses.

CAD Designer, Spartan Chassis Dec. 2009 – April 2010

Contracted through Aerotek

●Designing Fire Truck front Fascia’s, sheet metal support brackets and Head light bezels utilizing surfacing and solid modeling techniques.

Senior Mechanical Designer, Force Protection Jan. 2008 – Oct. 2009

Contracted through Delta Staffing

●Worked on structural (BIW) and mechanical disciplines. Weldments and sheet metal parts.

●Created Feasibility and Manufacturing Studies, Packaging and Static and Dynamic layouts.

●Oversaw a team of 3-8 people to design the TSV vehicle. Re-plumbed the brake system.

●Designed all components to MIL-SPEC standards.

Senior CAD Designer, Oshkosh Corporation Sept. 2007 – Jan. 2008

Contracted through Engineering Professional Staffing

●Worked with a team to redesign the Cab for the Heavy Equipment Transport (HET) Vehicle to allow for the B-kit armor integration. Weldments and bolt on sheet metal parts were used.

Senior Designer, Vermeer Manufacturing Feb. 2007 – Sept. 2007

Contracted through Productive Resources

●Design Heavy Equipment (Compost Turner) utilizing weldments and welded structures.

●Created weldments. Worked with material from ” – 2” plate, sheet metal, and stainless steel.

●Familiar with the design of sub systems including - cooling, intake, exhaust, hydraulics, conveyor and track systems.

Senior CAD Designer, Kidde Aerospace Feb. 2006 – Feb. 2007

Contracted through Manpower Professional

●Design Fire Extinguisher safety systems made from titanium, sheet metal, and machined parts.

Product Designer, Decoma Int. Oct. 2004 – Jan. 2006

●Was responsible for the product development of utility crossbar kits from sketch to full working production assemblies. Assemblies included sheet metal parts, plastic injection parts and rubber and aluminum extrusions.

●Oversaw the full life of the program with the responsibilities of a Design Engineer and Designer. Communicated with customers for design and open issue meetings.

●Full (PPAP) Production Part Approval Process submission to Mopar and GMSPO.

●DFMEA and DVP&R forms. DIN testing of production and prototype samples and assemblies.

Designer, Sportrack Automotive Dec. 1999 – Sept. 2004

●Was responsible for the product development of utility crossbar kits, siderail assemblies and aftermarket programs from sketch to full working production assemblies. Assemblies included sheet metal parts, plastic injection parts, extrusions and weldments.

●Oversaw the full life cycle of the program with the responsibilities of a Program Manager, Design Engineer and Designer.

●DIN testing of production and prototype samples and assemblies.

Tool Designer, Protocraft July 1992- Dec. 1999

●Designed sheet metal die stampings, plastic injection molds for prototype parts. Created 5 axis laser part programs using 3D software. Designed prototype wood models, part fixtures/gauges, vacuum form models and rapid prototyping parts (SLS).

●Operated and programmed a DEA CMM machine.

●Fabricated sheet metal parts utilizing mills and lathes. Created tool punches and dies. Used break press and other machinery.

USN Nov. 1986- Oct. 1989

●Removed and replaced jet engines and parts as a Jet Engine Mechanic. Inspected aircraft and took care of the overall integrity of the aircraft. Managed 12 airmen on the line.

Education

●Associates of Applied Science degree in Automotive Body Design/Mechanical Design from Oakland Community College in 2003

●Experience with Solidworks (9 years), Catia V5 (13 years) and Ford Teamcenter, VIS MockUp

●Creo online tutorial classes with certificate

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