Mechanical Design Engineer with 20+ Years Experience

BENJAMIN TOLMAN

Boise, Idaho ***** ************@*****.*** 208-***-**** linkedin.com/in/benjamin-tolman-b851a58/

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

Highly creative and results-driven Mechanical Design Engineer with over 20 years of hands-on experience in designing product models and developing manufacturing tools through SolidWorks and AutoCAD software. Equipped with a track record of success in generating sales revenue by creating design concepts to develop and release new product models. Proficient in utilizing FEA and data acquisition systems to predict potential design issues promptly and efficiently handle multiple projects. Infused with an excellent work ethic, professionalism, flexibility, sound judgment, and a commendable record of dependability. Proven ability to present new design initiatives, communicate effectively, and build working relationships with multiple teams, suppliers, and clients to drive operational sustainability and effectiveness in a remote, fast-changing environment.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Mechanical Engineering SolidWorks Software Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical Design Mathematical Skills Manufacturing Processes Technical Report Writing Technical Design Operating Procedures Design Review Prototype Specification Production Support Policies & Regulations Compliance Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) Problem-Solving Leadership & Team Collaboration English Spelling & Grammar Skills Interpersonal Skills Creative Thinking Attention To Detail Analytical Skills Verbal & Written Communication Skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Sloan Security Group, CAD/BIM Tech III, Boise, ID October 2023 to present

Coordinated and generated fully detailed drawings with the Design Manager and other team members, utilizing AutoCAD

Prepared 2D CAD (AutoCAD) drawings (plans, profiles, sections, and details) for construction documents based on input and guidance from design, construction, maintenance, and systems engineering staff and in accordance with internal drafting standards.

Work directly with the Design and Project Manager to interpret drawing markups and clash detection results for development or revision of the product

Communicate and collaborate internally and/or externally with other disciplines for design and model changes.

Self-check created drawings, sketches, and related data to proactively identify factors that may negatively affect final product.

Maintain drawing files, CAD standards and other digital files in accordance with internal procedures.

Participate in training to develop and implement new skills related to the various disciplines of work.

Perform training of other technical staff on drafting standards, requirements, best practices, and procedures.

Review contract documents to understand design requirements.

Tier1 Performance System Administrator, Covington, KY January 2022 - to October 2023

Leveraged programs to create training modules for clients, build customer relationships with clients and team members.

Monitor and utilize several applications, including S`ava Cloud, Smart Sheets, SharePoint, and others to manage requests from markets while facilitating communication and general workflow among market team members and internal/external resources.

Build partnering relationships with clients, maintaining appropriate contact during project delivery.

Take part in training to learn the functionalities in various cloud-based applications needed to support the client.

Participate in training in related applications to learn existing workflows and processes.

Complete assignments provided by the client or through the established workflow in support of onboarding new markets and business units to the applications.

Read spreadsheets, online request forms, and email to create records or to extract information utilizing the client applications.

Communicate progress and status to team members and managers on a regular basis.

Participate in regular client meetings.

Wood Cutter Wood Creations, Boise, ID July 2020-January 2022

Worked part time at a local small business; tracing patterns, using a table and band saw, and placing wood and patterns in the correct area.

Copied patterns to the material.

Used table saw and band saw to cut wood in the traced patterns.

Received incoming raw material and stored in correct place using the fork lift.

Mechanical Engineer Smoke Guard, Inc., Boise, ID November 2006 – July 2020

Leveraged expertise in various design software, including SolidWorks and FEA to develop manufacturing tools and product models.

Ingeniously created, devised, and produced smoke and fire curtain designs for buildings to comply with and meet the building code.

Recognized as the critical team member of several teams that created new products which were adopted into the current product line.

Functioned as the CAD administrator for the product data management (PDM), ensuring PDM processes flowed more efficiently.

Followed UL standards in developing product designs while coordinating with teams to assure all products passed the UL certification.

Led weekly engineering change meetings (ECO) to confirm all engineering changes and ensure projects moved forward without delays.

Regularly attended various seminars to stay current on the most recent changes of SolidWorks and other design software.

Originated and filed patents for the company to ensure the originality, practicality, suitability, and utility of inventions.

Key Accomplishments:

Saved the company for about $100K by lessening the time in utilizing SolidWorks, from over 80 hours to under 35 hours per design.

Spearheaded creating new models for the Operation Fastbreak project in 2011 to generate more capital. Skillfully formulated and designed M4000 models wherein each model must be hand-tailored for the specific size and unique space the model will put in.

Boosted the company sales revenue through the product models I designed for the project and sold hundreds of M4000 models.

Directed a team of 12, including managers, engineers, purchasers, manufacturing team leads, technical services, and quality in the Engineering Change Order (ECO) meeting. Regularly set the agenda for the meeting and managed the weekly meeting for over 10 years.

Mechanical Engineer II Isothermal Systems Research, Liberty Lake, WA January 2001 – November 2006

Chaired mechanical design, development, and support of new product development initiatives for commercial and military projects.

Structured and established design concepts of liquid cooling solutions for high-end computer systems to fit into standard 19” racks.

Applied knowledge of engineering principles to create and develop mechanical product, component, equipment, and machinery, etc.

Extensively steered SolidWorks and FEA while analyzing product designs and recommending opportunities for design improvements.

Provided outstanding craftsmanship and technical drawings while handling several projects designed for commercial and military use.

Performed research and analysis before submitting patent applications while coordinating with patent examiners and lawyers.

EDUCATION AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Bachelor’s in Mechanical and a Bachelor’s in Metallurgical Engineering University of Idaho, Moscow, ID

AFFILIATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Bethel Guardian Treasurer Job's Daughters International, Boise, ID September 2016 – June 2019

High Kappa Lamda Chi Alpha Fraternity, Moscow, ID August 1997 – March 1998

TECHNICAL SKILLS

SolidWorks Adobe Microsoft Teams, Exact Max, Chrome Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

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