Mechanical Engineer

GRANT KLAFEHN

630-***-**** | ********@*****.*** | 200 Marble St. Apt 302 Broomfield, CO 80020

Mechanical Engineering Professional with experience, recent education, and expertise in object design, research and development, production, data analysis, and management.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent problem solving ability, able to analyze and assess complex information, identify opportunities for improvements, and resolve critical issues.

• Efficient in managing multiple projects simultaneously by being organized and detail oriented, managing time effectively, and using good judgment.

• Communicate effectively in writing, speaking, listening, and responding to all levels and functions within an organization, including technical and non-technical personnel.

• Exceptional ability to adapt to foreign cultures and languages from study abroad.

• Background in engineering drawings, CAD, 3D Modeling, and material properties from school.

• Experience in Quality Engineering in two companies.

• Experience working in an ISO 9001 certified, lean, six-sigma company.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Advanced knowledge of Visual Basic, Excel, Access, XP, Vista, and other MS Office programs

• Proficient in SQL, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX, Website creation, Photoshop, Flash MX

• Basic knowledge of C/C++, Flash ActionScript

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

BACHELOR OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING, MINOR IN MANAGEMENT 2008

KETTERING UNIVERSITY Flint, MI

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS

• 89.6 WAG (weighted grade average)

• Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta - Corresponding Secretary, Steward, and Graduate relations

• Dean’s List for 6 semesters in a row (WAG over 92)

• Provost’s List for 1 semester (academic improvement)

• Only student participant on faculty committee for student issues and retention (five semesters)

• Chair of Student Senate Security Counsel (two semesters)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CO-OP / RESIDENT ENGINEER / QUALITY ENGINEER October 2005-October 2008

ASSISTANT PLANT MANAGER

GLOBAL ENGINE MANUFACTURING ALLIANCE Dundee, MI

Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance is a joint venture comprised of DaimlerChrysler, Hyundai, and Mitsubishi Motors for developing a line of shared engines.

• Measure, draft, design, and submit production line designs to research and development (R&D) for approval and implement and debug approved designs.

• Tear down defective engines returned from field to investigate and design solutions for production problems.

• Developed spreadsheet to consolidate faulty engine data, determine type and number of problems, and create graphs to help analyze common engine defects.

• Created and administered database used by 50 to 60 plant employees and management to input and retrieve data on engine check results.

• Designed shape gate for engines coming into ten different stations to ensure correct engine positioning reducing production costs by $5 thousand per day.

• Created positioning device to ensure front cover of engine was correctly placed reducing daily production loss by $2 thousand.

• Made modifications to automate filtration machines saving $450 thousand in system maintenance and productivity.

QUALITY ENGINEER October 2008-December 2008

TERUMO MEDICAL Ann Arbor, MI

Terumo medical manufactures a number of different medical supplies used during operations. Their most notable product is a machine that replaces the heart during transplants.

• Analyzed product returns for defects and submitted changes to a board of engineers weekly.

• Worked with in-house engineers to improve and test products onsite before release.

• Communicated with customers on any problems with distributed products.

CREATIVE DIRECTOR January 2009-September 2009

DIGICOM IMAGING Naperville, IL

• Designed and installed dimensional letters and large-scale signs for businesses.

• Utilized CNC router for various prototypes and finished products.

• Designed logos, graphics, and simple machines using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and SolidWorks.

• Quoted invoices for completed projects.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Engineering Assistant, Omron Automotive Electronics, St. Charles, IL, 2004-2005

• Quality Engineer, Terumo Medical, Ann Arbor, MI, 2008

• Resident Advisor, Kettering University, Flint, MI, 2007-2008

• Graphics Design Assistant, DIGICOM Imaging, Naperville, IL, 2000-Present

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

• American Society for Mechanical Engineers (ASME)

REFERENCES

Available upon request

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