Mechanical Engineer
Resume:
Brian
Thompson
Mechanical Engineer
Brian Thompson
San Diego, CA 92128
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Professional Summary Detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer with 10+ years of experience in designing, developing, and testing mechanical systems and components Proficient in CAD software, thermal analysis, and mechanical testing Strong problem-solving skills with a proven track record of optimizing performance and reducing costs
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Professional Experience Advantest America / Mechanical R&D Engineer 2012 - 2024, San Diego, CA
Designed equipment used in the manufacture of electronics Created part and assembly drawings
Managed documentation
Performed first article inspection on incoming parts and assembled initial units
Created work-instructions used for transferring the assembly process from engineering to manufacturing
Performed DOE and organized data for understandability Led adoption of internal manufacturing using 3D printing Database implementation and administration
Documented process of database installation, setup and usage Trained new employees on software usage and best practices Koda Solutions / PC Tech Support Specialist
2009 - 2011, Fairfax, VA
Installed computer hardware and peripheral components Loaded and verified correct operation of computer operating system and software packages
Provided technical training and assistance to users Identified and resolved hardware, software and operator problems Documented system changes
Ensured security procedures were implemented and enforced Made repairs to computer hardware
Provided support for diagnosing, modifying and reporting on general network and application security
Assisted in the evaluation of computer hardware and software Zodiac Marine and Pool / Designer
2004 - 2009, Vista, CA
Designed and documented pool cleaning systems, custom waterfalls, equipment pads (filtration, heaters, chlorinators) Managed documentation
Prepared and processed document change orders
Interact with engineering, manufacturing and quality as needed Provided customer technical support over telephone ㅡ
Skills Solidworks
Windchill
Injection-molded part design
Additive manufacturing (FDM)
Word, Excel and Powerpoint
Problem solving
Quick learner
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Projects
Change Kit
Designed guide kits for an automated device handler allowing parts to be moved quickly and accurately between stations
LN2 Cooling System
Created a liquid nitrogen delivery and circulation system for very low temperature testing including insulation and condensation solutions Device Interface Board
Developed swappable intermediate systems that convert a generic tester to be compatible with a multitude of electronic components Focus of design is to provide full-proof manual device guidance and temperature control during operation
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