Mechanical Design Engineer
Resume:
DIEGO GOMEZ, CSWA
HORSEHEADS, NY *****
******@*****.***
Summary
I have a Mechanical Design Associates of Engineering degree, specializing in design. Significant GD&T experience. Skilled in CAD software particularly Solidworks, UGNX, AutoCAD and Catia V5 to create mechanical and electromechanical models. Adept at collaborating with stakeholders, providing accurate time estimates and resolving design issues independently or with senior engineers. Seeking to leverage entrepreneurial thinking and proficiency in CAD software in a Mechanical Design Engineering role. I have worked for the US Army designing flying apparatus and have additional experience in the Railway, Energy & Natural Gas Industries.
Achievements
Completed conversion from 1st angle projection to 3rd angle projection of an entire machine project package with about 500 parts, also converted all models from metric to imperial system.
Within a group of 9 individuals produced a 30 parts per minute automated manufacturing system, having PLC programming as my main contribution.
In a 2-steam turbogenerator installation of $10.5M value project. Assumed duties as primary customer contact. Directed project team to turn around contentious situation and saved a threatening account. Won the customer over with our commitment to his needs. Accomplishment: Saved employer's image at national level. The Customer continues to buy equipment, spare parts, training, and service.
Abilities Software Proficiency
Verbal, written communication, Solid works 2024 (CSWA)
Exposure to GD&T and Welding symbols Solidworks Enterprise PDM
Thorough and accurate AutoCAD 2020
Self-starter MS-Project
Thrives working in team environment MS-Office
3D Modelling Windows 11
Fluent in Spanish / Japanese Siemens NX 12
Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer
CAF USA – Elmira Heights, NY 2024-2025
Designed, developed and improved tooling, jigs, and fixtures used in the assembly and manufacturing processes of trains to ensure accuracy, precision, efficiency, and safety during production.
Created detailed 3D designs using CAD software and developed assembly and test fixtures to improve efficiency and quality.
Collaborated with engineering and manufacturing teams, optimizing designs for manufacturability and cost-efficiency, and ensured compliance with industry standards.
Documented designs, prepared reports, created manufacturing plans, and provided technical support.
Tested and validated mechanical components and systems.
Mechanical Engineering Designer II
Corning Inc. / Mastech Digital – Corning, NY 2021 – 2024
Engineered designs for glass manufacturing machinery and systems utilizing Solidworks 2023 software.
Adapted swiftly to rapidly changing priorities and project demands.
Supported senior engineering project initiatives in collaboration with fellow design engineers.
Mechanical Designer (UGNX) (Contractor)
Siemens Energy – Painted Post, NY 2020 - 2021
Designed and detailed the layout of a 230,000-sqft plant including machine tools.
Developed CAD Designs based on internal and customer input requirements
Reviewed drawings for accuracy, material selection, proper machining techniques and hardness
Developed drawing layout, stack-up and tolerance analysis, implemented drawing release
Mechanical Engineer Designer (Freelance)
PSA Systems Inc. – Scranton, PA 2018 - 2019
Contributed to design improvements of a flying mechatronic apparatus for the US Army.
Modelling of geared actuator components, torque shafts, detail drafting.
Modelled small controlled mini bombs, that deploy munitions from aircraft.
Served as the primary contact for a diverse range of internal and external customers.
Mechanical Engineering Drafter (Freelance)
The Williams Companies Inc. – Tunkhannock, PA 2017-2018
Utilized AutoCAD to document engineering changes in facilities and processes.
Created detailed drawings for pipeline systems and associated facilities.
Mechanical Engineering Designer (Freelance)
US Hydrations – Scranton, PA 2017
Documented an 85,000-sf d automated bottling line using AutoCAD.
Collaborated with factory personnel to draft precise automation project requirements.
Mechanical Engineering Designer (Solidworks)(Freelance)
Arlington Industries – Scranton, PA 2016 - 2017
Developed an automated manufacturing system in 3D using Solidworks.
Conducted iterative calculations for proposed equipment to ensure viability.
Project Engineer (Freelance)
Unison Industries (a G.E. Aviation company) - Norwich, NY 2015 – 2016
Facilitated projects for the Department of Defense’s Manufacturing Readiness Level Assessment Matrix.
Achieved process improvements and enhanced risk mitigation strategies.
Project Mechanical Engineer
Elliott Group, Ebara Corp. – Pittsburgh, PA 2009 – 2014
Delivered onsite warranty repair services for turbines.
Enhanced the employer’s reputation at a national level.
Education
UAO University. – Cali, Colombia
(B. Eng) Mechanical Engineering.
Centennial College. – Toronto, Canada
Associate degree in mechanical engineering technology design with Co-op at ATS-Automation Tooling Systems. Modelled 3D entities in Solid works, for Automotive and Pharmaceutical projects.
Higashi-Yodogawa Advanced Training Centre (Scholarship). – Osaka, Japan
Principles of Mechatronics Certificate NC Machining tool making, CAD, Electronics, Control System, Robot Production, Factory observation (963 hours).
Polyworks Online Academy. –USA
Polyworks Inspector, Polyworks Modeler. FARO arm applications (Coordinate Measuring Machine-CMM)
MyPLCTraining.com -USA
The confident PLC Programmer course.
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