Product Development Mechanical Engineer

Jake A. McLeod *** Sherman St. #*, Denver, CO ****3 517-***-****

linkedin.com/in/jacobmcleod *****.******@*****.*** TECHNICAL SKILLS SUMMARY

● Software: Unigraphics NX/Teamcenter, PTC Creo Elements/Windchill, PTC Creo Schematic, SolidWorks, AutoCAD Mechanical, MATLAB, Simulink, SimMechanics, LabVIEW, DIAdem, Microsoft Office, Trello, Skype, Zoom, Data Acquisition (DAQ) Systems

● Design: Ballistic impact mitigation, pneumatics systems, actuators, sheet metal, vacuum-formed thermoplastics, RF welding, systems integration, wire harnesses, GD&T, DFMEA, cost estimation, validation testing, design for manufacturing

● Leadership: Dale Carnegie Course graduate, Project Management training EDUCATION

Kettering University B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Minor in Management Flint, MI PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Product Development Engineer 07/2021 - 12/2023

Skydex Technologies Centennial, CO

● Led cross-functional teams throughout the product development cycle, bringing several high-profit projects to market.

● Drove revenue growth by collaborating with Business Development and Sales teams to convey technology benefits, grasp customer needs, and seize new opportunities.

● Improved blunt impact helmet performance by 20% through design changes informed by strategically executed tests and customer field trials.

● Spearheaded the analysis of open contracts, leveraging our technology to provide solutions that outperformed competitors' offerings. Mechanical Engineer II Contractor, GPS OCX 11/2019 - 06/2021 Raytheon Intelligence and Space Aurora, CO

● Streamlined design solutions for system infrastructure for ground monitoring stations supporting GPS Block III updates, increasing profit by lowering drafting turnaround time.

● Utilized Agile Framework to complete detailed drawings, design layouts, detail and assembly drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, parts lists, and other documentation to meet program specifications within a truncated schedule.

● Took charge of auditing drawings and specifications against prototype and test equipment, ensuring meticulous attention to technical detail and accuracy. Propulsion, Mechanical & Ops Engineering Development Contractor 09/2017 - 10/2019 United Launch Alliance Centennial, CO

● Drove continuous improvement initiatives and achieved substantial cost savings across multiple projects with Delta IV and Atlas V teams and suppliers.

● Led coordination of design efforts for the Vulcan stage separation method, resulting in the successful implementation of cost-saving solutions. Detail-oriented product development engineer passionate about process and leadership. Jake A. McLeod

● Designed and integrated Centaur V pneumatics systems with FEA analysts and other systems teams for system-level performance improvements.

● Mentored ULA interns, guiding the next generation of engineers. Design Engineer 07/2015 – 05/2017

Point Innovation Lewisville, TX

● Successfully integrated "In-Flight Entertainment" systems for B/E Aerospace, meeting critical deadlines on major Boeing and Airbus commercial aircraft seating platforms.

● Delivered onsite customer support for prototype seat builds, reducing pick-ups and expediting project timelines.

● Trained and mentored employees on harness routing and complex surfacing techniques, enhancing internal engineering proficiency and expanding Point Innovation’s capabilities with B/E Aerospace.

Mechanical Engineer 01/2013 – 07/2015

eFleets Fort Worth, TX

● Led cost-saving projects for vehicle systems including drivetrain, storage, and impact safety, yielding $188K in annual savings.

● Directed vehicle options design encompassing HVAC, light kits, and storage, driving projected fleet sales up by $62K annually.

● Partnered with production to streamline vehicle assembly procedures and documentation, achieving a 40% reduction in assembly time.

Design Engineer 04/2012 – 10/2012

Peterbilt Motor Company Denton, TX

● Directed design team effort to overhaul instrument panel components based on vehicle testing feedback before the production release of Model 579.

● Engineered integration solutions for reconfigurable options and low-volume add-ons tailored to customer needs.

● Collaborated with design and manufacturing leaders to refine visible gaps, elevating perceived quality without compromising aesthetics or inflating production expenses. Engineering Consultant 07/2010 – 03/2012

Cyient Peoria, IL

● Engineered wire harnesses and drawings for Terex off-road cranes, ensuring adherence to specifications, streamlining complexity, and cutting costs.

● Delivered 10% average cost savings for Sandvik Mining through streamlined design of hydraulic supports.

● Facilitated Sandvik Mining's DR500 Series Drill acquisition by bridging communication gaps between the customer and previous design owner, meanwhile optimizing and refreshing design documentation and manufacturing drawings. Detail-oriented design engineer passionate about process and leadership. 2

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