Design Engineer Mechanical

Josh Roos

Lead Design Engineer

********@*****.*** • 815-***-****

LinkedIn • Oregon, IL

Accomplished professional with over 15 years of experience driving innovation and excellence across commercial, military, and space applications. Expert in utilizing advanced design software to create detailed 3D models and assemblies, ensuring compliance with technical standards through rigorous analysis and peer collaboration. Proven ability to lead design teams successfully through complex projects with tight deadlines, fostering growth and development among team members. Adept at implementing mechanical design procedures and groundbreaking concept designs, contributing significantly to advancements in fluid dynamics and system engineering capabilities. Skilled in documentation management, prototype creation, and collaborative problem-solving, enhancing workflow and project outcomes across diverse sectors.

Areas of Expertise

● Mechanical Design Procedures

● Statistical Stack-up Analysis

● Prototype Creation and Testing

● 3D Modeling and Assembly Design

● Manufacturing Processes

● Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

● Materials Selection

● Structural Analysis

● Fluid Dynamics

Professional Experience

Quest Global/Woodward Inc, Loves Park, IL

Lead Design Engineer

May 2023 — Present

Oversee and support design team on daily technical tasks utilizing advanced software such as Creo Parametric and Creo Direct to create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and drawings. Mentor new engineers during onboarding and implement innovative mechanical design procedures for improved workflow. Develop NPI concept designs and conduct presentations to visually communicate project goals to clients. Perform thorough stack-up and FEA analysis on fuel system assemblies and components for diverse applications including commercial, military, and space sectors. Utilize Windchill for documentation, review, and storage of CAD models. Collaborate with peers for product adjustments and audit completed work to ensure compliance with technical standards.

Guided design team through successful completion of military project with tight deadlines.

Piloted MBSE/MBE program to enhance system engineering capabilities.

Created prototype components that supported both production processes and new applications.

Blue Origin/Belcan, Marshalltown, IA

Senior Design Engineer

Oct 2022 — May 2023

Applied advanced skills in Creo Parametric 8 and Creo Direct to develop comprehensive 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings for high-precision space fluid components. Facilitated prototype and production component creation through support and collaborative efforts, enhancing capabilities in space fluid applications. Conducted statistical stack-up analysis, determining precise alignment in engineering specifications. Interpreted complex blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics to inform design processes. Performed finite element analysis (FEA) on space fluid tubing to evaluate structural performance. Utilized Windchill for efficient CAD documentation and training of coworkers, facilitating streamlined storage and retrieval processes.

Spearheaded prototype designs leading to significant advancements in space fluid technology.

Recognized for innovative concept designs that pushed boundaries in fluid dynamics.

Woodward Inc, Loves Park, IL

Mechanical Designer 3

Oct 2010 — Oct 2022

Developed detailed 3D models, assemblies, and component drawings using Creo Parametric and Creo Direct to support commercial, military, and space applications. Generated NPI concept designs and assisted in creating visual sets for customer presentations. Calculated stack-up analysis through statistical methods and interpreted complex blueprints, technical drawings, and computer-generated reports. Led creation and implementation of MBSE/MBE programs, mentoring junior designers in procedural accuracy and model conversion to STP format. Conducted audits and peer reviews on designer drawings and models to determine adherence to organizational standards.

Pioneered inclusion as pre-analytical FEA team member, enhancing analytical capabilities.

Served in CAD Counsel group, establishing training and procedural guidance for designers.

Supported creation and management of tooling fixtures, optimizing design processes.

Additional Experience

Mechanical Design Engineer, F.N. Smith, Oregon, IL

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology

Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL

Associate of Science in Mechanical Drafting Technology

Morrison Institute of Technology

Technical Proficiencies

Autodesk Inventor, PTC Creo Direct, PTC Creo Parametric, PTC Windchill, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).

ASME Y14.5, ASME Codes & Standards, GD&T, System Design, FEA, and Blueprint Reading.

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