TODD A. FINDLING

**** **** ******* *****, ***** FALLS, SD 57106, 605-***-**** ad4b57@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Motivated Mechanical Engineering professional with extensive hands-on experience in operating, maintaining, and repairing heavy equipment. Possess an Associate of Applied Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology. Adept in utilizing software for diagnostics, testing, and analytics. Strong aptitude for mechanical design backed by certifications in SolidWorks.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Astec Industries, Yankton, SD Oct 2023- Feb 2024

Mechanical Designer II

• Involved in the projects from concept to production

• Create designs and technical drawings for mining equipment. Work closely with engineers and other professionals to create and improve manufacturing systems or processes.

• Utilized SolidWorks and Inventor 3D CAD design software for analytics

Tiger Corporation, Sioux Falls, SD Feb. 2022 - Sept. 2023

Lead Mechanical Designer/ Drafter

• Provided technical support for 20 projects from concept to post-delivery.

• PDM Administrator- manage data, work with vendors, and communications with SolidWorks customers assistance with scheduling updates and repairs

• Supervise 1 individual assigned Prototype section, arrange tools, and repairs for main assemblies for the production department

• Create designs and technical drawings for mechanical devices and equipment. Work closely with engineers and other professionals to create and improve manufacturing systems or processes.

• Maintain MRP and inventory control database systems up to date for future project costs

• Utilized software for testing, diagnostics, analytics

Tiger Corporation, Sioux Falls, SD Jan. 2017 - Feb. 2022

Production / R&D Technician

• Assemble and mount framework, electrical and hydraulic systems that are adapted to agricultural equipment

• Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot production issues and improve operations

• Excelled in customer service, acting as a liaison between the engineering team and clients

US Army Armor School, Fort Benning, GA Jan. 1996 - Dec. 2016

Turbine Mechanic / Instructor

• Hands-on maintenance and repair of equipment with turbines, focusing on Abrams tanks

• Utilized schematics for effective interpretation and troubleshooting of hydraulics, electrical and testing

• Supervised 18 personnel in tasks such as preventive maintenance scheduling, work assignments, and parts ordering

EDUCATION

Associates of Applied Science degree – Mechanical Engineering Technology Jan. 2020 - May 2022 Southeast Technical College GPA 3.96

CERTIFICATES

• Certified SolidWorks Associate & Professional

SKILLS

• Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate & Professional

• Inventor 3D CAD software

• Mechanical & Hydraulic ability

• PDM Administration

• Microsoft systems

• Problem-solving

• Team building skills.

• Work under intense pressure to meet timelines

AFFILIATION

2022-2023

• Advisory Board member for Mechanical Engineering Technicians with Southeast Technical College

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