**** ****** **. • Friendswood TX ***** • 281-***-****
www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-seal • ************@*****.***
DANIEL M. SEAL
Skilled, capable Designer, Drafter, and Navy Reservist (Now Retired) with years of both military and civilian experience. Well-versed at all design phases from drawing creation to manufacturing and testing. Able to master how items are put together in order to effectively understand how they function as an assembly. Adept at designing using 3D programs which allow for development of a “big picture” that illustrates what works and what is in need of improvement. Always able to get all tasks completed in a manner that surpasses employer expectations due to impeccable work ethic and drive to succeed. Excel independently or in teams.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Design Acumen Tolerance Study Stack-Ups Calc Sheets Collaborative Teamwork Goal Setting Discipline
Multitasking Reliability Time Management Prioritization Organizational Skills Communication
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Excel, One Note, Word Microstation AutoCAD Solidworks SAP 3D Drafting Processes
Internet Proficiency Blueprints Forklift Operator
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
US NAVY RESERVES, HOUSTON, TX 2013 – may, 2019 (retired)
BOATSWAINS MATE 1ST CLASS
Supervise a dynamic team of eight Hatch Team members during on- and off-load processes from cargo ships; load and unload numerous items for U.S. and coalition forces from ships incoming from across the globe
Manage the process of licensing personnel to use various equipment for moving cargo
As a leader, help peer leaders perform height/weight documentations for an estimated 1K at the Navy Operational Support Center (NOSC); also, help administer physical fitness testing and record scores reservists
Process failing individuals monthly through a Fitness Enhancement Program (FEP) to help them improve on the next test; provide guidelines for healthier eating or improved strength training methods
Serve as a key member of the Navy Cargo Handling Battalion 13, a promotion from BM2 (E5) to BM1 (E6)
Qualified to operate as an Advance Cargo Hatch Captain, Hold Boss and Crane Operator
BAKER HUGHES/GE, HOUSTON, TX 2000 – May, 26, 2020
RDD DESIGN DRAFTER III, TECHNOLOGY (2010 – Present)
Prepare advanced manufacturing and assembly drawings using sketches or layouts; also construct advanced scale layouts and design general components
Act in an Approved Checker capacity to verify the design of product line tools, part drawings, layouts/assemblies and material number from creations in SAP, Electronic Bill of Material (EBOMs) and check calculations
Work as part of a rotational, on-call duty schedule to help troubleshoot when any part is being created at the plant and a deviation is noticed; gave instructions for reworking or scrapping, as well as disposition reject tagging
Assemble and test prototype equipment; also monitor all manufacturing for prototype designs
Check drawings, witness layouts and initiate change notices
Prove vital in training and spearheading the professional development for new Engineers; also help to train others within the group in terms of technical best practices
Initiate test requests, purchase requisitions and prototype manufacture work requests; also author all test reports
Work in a Type 3 Unconventional Group to design new sizes of existing tools in need of different pressure ratings; often require lab testing for new size tools
Also worked in a fast-paced Type 4 Group that changes tools to fit customers’ needs from 2014 – 2016
Print submissions of tools using a 3D printer in partnership with the Marketing Department
Manage, update or change the UNC Portal that orders are submitted through
Operate in a fast-paced group to hold weekly meetings with TAP resources from India to delegate design work; after clarifying the order, provide updates to help orders process within a reasonable time frame
Have worked with product lines such as Liner Hangers, Unconventional, Flow Control, Gas Lift, Packers and Intelligent Wells Systems (IWS)
RDD DRAFTER II (2003 – 2010)
Liaised cross-departmentally as part of the product development and maintenance process; talked to other departments. Manufacturing, Data Management, Test Lab, Vendors, Marketing, Costing, Etc.
Drafted technical manual documentation for new products after the tools were designed and tested
Drafted tech and service units to tell about the tool, e.g. its functions, ratings, dimensions and assembly/disassembly instructions, all for new users and field personnel for when the tools go out for field use
Created EBOMs and technical unit drawings
Developed manufacturing and assembly drawings from sketches or layouts; also constructed layouts to scale
Initiated all test requests, checked drawings and managed all relevant data using SAP
Aided in technical training and professional development for group members due to expertise and confidence
RDD DRAFTER (2000 – 2003)
Completed routine paperwork and correspondence associated with the design and maintenance of products
Handled routine drafting and calculations, as well as the development of EBOMs
Aided in the assembly of tools and testing processes
US NAVY RESERVES, HOUSTON, TX 1999 –2002
BOATSWAINS MATE 3RD CLASS
Worked diligently as a dedicated member and builder within the Navy Seabee Construction Battalion
Served as an Engineering Aide to draw plans, sketches and maps
Helped to survey land for construction; estimated material requirements and tested all related materials
Procured a series of licenses during tenure including 1.25-ton Hummer, 11K MMV, 10k, 20k forklift, 15-passenger van, 44-passenger bus, 15-ton stake truck and 25-ton tractor/trailer
Gained 3M-301 Qualification to perform checks/maintenance on all vehicles licensed to drive
EARLIER ROLES
Seaman-Navy Inactive Reserves, U.S. Navy Reserves, Houston, TX, 1996 – 1999
Seaman, U.S. Navy, Norfolk, VA, 1994 – 1996
Permit Coordinator, Davenport Mammoet, Bonney, TX, 1997 – 1999
Engineering Staff, Davenport Mammoet, Bonney, TX, 1996 – 1997
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Associate of Applied Science, Drafting Technology, Alvin Community College
Certification, United States Navy Reserves Boatswains Mate 2rd Class
Certification, United States Coast Guard Vessel License for no more than 50 Gross Registered Tons.
License, United States Coast Guard Vessel License (for no more than 50 Gross Registered Tons)
RELEVANT COURSES
Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting, Structural Drafting, Architectural Drafting, Descriptive Geometry, Solidworks, Mechanical Drafting, Metallurgy for the Non-Metallurgist, and Blueprint Reading
INVOLVEMENT
Member, Veterans Resource Group for Baker Hughes/GE
HONORS
National Defense Service Medal, United States Navy
Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, United States Navy
Southwest Asia Service Medal, United States Navy
Navy Unit Commendation, United States Navy
Armed Forces Service Medal, United States Navy
Honorable Discharge, United States Navy
Army Commendation Medal, United States Navy
Navy And Marine Corps Achievement Medal, United States Navy