Engineer Mechanical

Chad K. Tobler, PE

*** ******** ***, *******, ** 32949 321-***-**** **********@*****.***

PROFILE

Experienced mechanical engineer with a focus on machine design. Significant professional

experience designing complex mechanical systems for the aerospace and mobile robotics

industries. Sound understanding of the design process, with a track record of advancing from

concepts to hardware according to accelerated timelines. Thorough knowledge of manufacturing

technology and hands-on fabrication experience are proven assets in creating designs that satisfy

functional, cost and manufacturability requirements.

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS

SOLIDWORKS, PRO ENGINEER, IDEAS, and AUTOCAD fluent

Knowledge of GD&T for proper design documentation

MATLAB, EXCEL, MAPLE, STATGRAPHICS for engineering computations

Proficient with Microsoft Access Databases, Statistical Process Control, and DOE

Microcontroller, PLC, and PC Based control system programming experience

Machine Shop Experience: CNC Milling, Lathe, Drill, Saws, Welding

Speak, read, and write fluent Spanish

Current DOD Secret and previous Top Secret SCI Clearances

Licensed Professional Engineer, Florida License No. 71563

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE ______

1/2011 – 7/2012

BOSTON DYNAMICS, Waltham, MA

Mechanical Engineer - Robotics

Mechanical design, analysis, integration and test for research and development of biologically

inspired mobile robots. Lead mechanical engineer supporting the integration of all electronic

systems on the LS3 Alpha Dog robot. Responded with expedient solutions to multiple quick-

react design challenges that required immediate attention to prevent robot downtime.

Successfully introduced the use of Magnesium as the primary structural metal used for

electronics packaging, yielding a weight savings of 35% over Aluminum alternatives.

Electronics enclosure designs were so successful they were reused as build to print on two

other programs.

Researched and implemented a novel on board fire protection system weighing 1/10th that of

traditional compressed gas systems

COMPUTER SCIENCES RAYTHEON, Patrick Air Force Base, FL 2010

Instrumentation Systems Analyst

Engineering analysis of space launch instrumentation systems used to track and command all

rockets and space shuttles launched from Cape Canaveral. Monitored performance during real-

time launch events, investigated anomalies, and briefed Air Force personnel on suggested system

improvements. Coded MATLAB programs to improve time intensive and error prone

spreadsheet methods for system performance data analysis.

CHAD K. TOBLER PAGE TWO

321-***-**** **********@*****.***

HARRIS CORPORATION, Palm Bay, FL 2004 - 2009

Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical design and analysis for various product divisions including: mechanisms for space

deployable structures, electronics packaging for RF antenna systems and tooling for high

precision electro-optical systems. Advanced designs through concept modeling, trade studies,

design reviews, drawing production, prototyping and final hardware assembly and test.

Designed and assembled the deployment drive train and hub mechanism for a satellite

reflector kinematic model. Demonstrations of the working model for the customer

positioned Harris to win the next phase of the contract.

Managed teams of several technicians and scheduled resources to meet the demands of

multiple programs. Designed and implemented custom software and hardware to improve

process efficiency, and analyzed and reported production data to program management on a

weekly basis.

Center for Intelligent Machines and Robotics, University of Florida (UF) 2001-2004

Graduate Research Assistant

Mechanical design, machining, control system integration and programming performed for

automation of unmanned ground vehicles in interdisciplinary research laboratory. Competed in

2004 DARPA Grand Challenge and advanced to the final round of competition.

Automated an ATV to be used for autonomous ground vehicle research. Designed and

installed servo systems to actuate vehicle controls, and designed power supply and

distribution system for all onboard electronics.

GENERAL MILLS, Kansas City, MO 2001

Project Engineer Intern

Designed and implemented solutions for plant equipment maintenance and system upgrades.

Completed project proposals, collected bids and supervised contractors.

Initiated and completed a project to meter non-recoverable plant water consumption,

reducing the plant sewer utilities expenses by 50%.

BYU Automotive Shop, Provo, UT 1999-2001

Vehicle Repair Technician (part-time)

Worked with mechanics to diagnose and repair university fleet vehicles and heavy equipment.

EDUCATION

M.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 2004

B.S. Manufacturing Engineering, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 2001

ORGANIZATIONS AND HONORS

Boy Scout Troop Leader (2004-2008) National Rifle Association

UF Alumni Fellowship Recipient Eagle Scout

Contact this candidate