Project Manager Design

Kevin Silcox ***** SE Cascade Park Drive – Vancouver, WA

360-***-****- ***********@*******.***

Education Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Eastern Washington University (ABET Accredited Program)

Expected graduation June 2011

Certifications and Affiliations

Engineer in Training (Mechanical)

American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Engineering Experience

Freeborn Tool Packaging, January 2011 – June 2011

Collaborated with team to analyze solutions to client’s heavy tool packaging challenges and solving their repeated prolonged use failures.

Identified viable weight/cost saving and strengthening designs with multiple package configurations for price flexibility.

Modeled design improvements in Solidworks and tested for strength and mode of failure using ANSYS for FEA.

Used Microsoft Excel to provide client with multiple design options regarding weight, price, and package strength.

Human Powered Paper Vehicle Competition, March 2011 – May 2011

Selected as project manager for paper made vehicle race and design competition.

Used engineering skills and knowledge to develop project plan; including design, timeline for execution, delegation of work, and quality control.

Completed final design for vehicle using Solidworks for modeling.

Earthquake Simulator, September 2010 – December 2010

Used Solidworks to model design of a machine capable of simulating an earthquake and with the ability to find the resonant frequency of specific materials using accelerometers and adjustable input frequency.

Successfully worked within budget restrictions to price and purchase materials according to design.

Machined linkage and crank parts using lathes and CNC machines.

Successfully confronted design challenges and performed necessary retrofits and repairs within budget.

Software Competencies

Solidworks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Other Experience

Eagle Scout Project, May 2006

Developed and managed construction project for the Department of Natural Resources.

Led team of workers and constructed two handicap accessible ramps for existing restroom facilities, two trails for campsite access, and constructed two tent sites.

Managed materials, worked around challenges, and made independent decisions to ensure project was completed timely and according to the DNR’s specifications.

Work Experience

Clallam County Road Department

Road Maintenance Worker, June – September 2006 – 2009

Quilayute Valley Aquatic Center

Lifeguard, June – September 2005

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