Brent Lang Email & Phone Number

Birmingham, Al, Us

Alabama, United States

Consulting for companies as well as individuals regarding the design and or manufacturing of recreational vehicles. From 3D scanning, to solidworks, to branding, planning or guidance on FMVSS and RVIA regulations.

Birmingham, Alabama Area

Vice President Research and Design

Tuscaloosa, Alabama Area

Providing Engineering and Design Assistance to Michelin Engineers via Autocad and Solidworks for Michelin Tire Corporation.Contracted Mechanical Designer working in conjunction with international Mechanical/Electrical/ Industrial Engineers of Michelin North America and BFGoodrich of Tuscaloosa Alabama Plant No. 3. Responsible for generation of Solid Works and Autocad files in relation to machine design, prototyping, blue prints, bill of materials, plant layout, machine layout, detailing, materials, machine specifications, part design, part and machine manufacturing techniques, and basic cost time assessments. Meet with plant officials, safety, business unit leaders, and engineers to make sure all required design criteria are met for production and implementation of parts and or assemblies. Meet with contractors to plan for manufacturing time constraints, cost assessment, deliverables, and potential project challenges. Document and archive all plant related engineering documents in SolidWorks PDM with over 80,000 files dating back to theplant’s foundation in 1946. Assist in plant historic project research.

Birmingham, Alabama Area

Responsible for Managing Design of McSweeney Designs vehicle projects.Design Responsibilities:Manage McSweeney Design brand language in vehicle projectsManage 3D math data from Mercedes Benz and General MotorsGenerate Floor Plan Concepts With Focus on Modularity and Exterior Renderings for Planning, Sales and MarketingGenerate interior Sketches and RenderingsMeet With Clients to Discuss Potential Vehicle ProjectsDesign Platform Specific Custom Fiberglass Raised RoofsDesign Interior Armored Raised Roofs With Chief Fabricator Concerning Roof Structure and Strength Communicate Design and Process Requirements with Armoring CompaniesGenerate files and designs for Laser Cutting, Engraving, and Cnc For SuppliersCommunicate Time Lines and Scheduling Between Suppliers and McSweeney DesignsSpec Materials for Vehicle Project When ApplicableSpec and Order Vehicle Components For Project Based on Project Requirements and Space Constraints Design Front, Rear, Center Consoles Focusing on User Centered Experience, Space Economy and Size Constraints, Spec Components, Materials, Assembly, Manufactureabillity, and Constant Refinement and ImprovementEngrave Components for MD Vehicle Projects3D Scan Custom One Off or Hand Made Parts for Thermoforming ProcessDesign Interior and Exterior Thermoformed Parts and Molds for Thermoform SupplierAssist in Production SchedulingCommunicate Potential Design Challenges and ConstraintsMaintain Digital Library of All McSweeney Design ProjectsConstruct BOM for Components and Vehicle ProjectsWiring Diagram and Layout Files Records and BuildsGenerate PDI DocumentationGenerate Artwork Reflecting MD Brand in Vehicles Where ApplicableConstruct and Build VehiclesPrototype Vehicular Components and DesignsDesign Bent Sheet Metal Parts for Seating ComponentsDesign Seat Straps to Meet and Exceed FMVSS StandardsAssist With MD ControlsAssist Graphic Designer with Artwork When Necessary

Trussville , Alabama

Industrial Designer for IDEACraft working in conjunction with Southern Comfort of MCM Custom Vehicles and McSweeney Designs.Assist Chief Engineer with CAD design and machining of parts and or tools for thermo-forming process in the automotive retrofit and conversion market. Assist with CNC process. Analyze design and engineering problems and solutions. Assist team with building and finishing automotive vehicle interiors.Assist with designing, drawing, modifying, building and retrofitting wiring diagrams, luxury seats, and mobile office consoles.Assist Chief of Design with projects relating to high end private and government luxury vehicles. Private label seat design. Provide concept development, sketching, 3D modeling, and rendering of concepts for sales/marketing for both international and domestic clients. . Design and develop floor plan layouts for VIP armored luxury transport and mobile offices. Provide concepts for body kits and renderings of future product lines. Conceptualize and prototype body kits and fender flares. Assist in design direction and brand development.Assisted in and developed articulating armored raised roof design to armor specification, scissor lift design / modification, consoles and wet bars for VIP armored limos.Seating mounting and bracket design for McSweeney Designs to meet and exceed FMVSS standards on Mercedes Sprinter Platform. Assist in design of up coming line of vehicles specifically for McSweeney Designs. Design custom fiberglass raised roofs for Chevy/GMC/Cadillac roofs both external flange and reverse flange both armored and unarmored.Maintain and organize design documents and files in 3D library for use in past, present, and future projects of company.Meet with clients to discuss projects pertaining to 3D design, prototyping, and production to meet clients desires and needs.Utilize GOScan with VX Elements software to scan interior and exterior automotive components and design around OEM panels.

Savannah, Georgia Area

Digital Fabrication Lab Technician responsible for operation and maintenance of large and smallformat laser cutters and 3D rapid prototyping printers for School of Design students, Faculty andUniversity Projects.

Savannah, Georgia Area

Assisted in maintaining both wood, machine, welding shops for student use bymaintaining a safe work environment and operation of machinery and repair and maintenance of allmachines. Also maintained full painting facility.

Auburn, Alabama Area

Built and designed ads to clients specifications assuring quality and proper representation of brand. Also responsible for photography for designs when needed.

Auburn, Alabama Area

I assisted students and faculty with large and small format printers. Assured print quality and proper maintenance. Also responsible for assisting students with design software, movie production, and recording.

Birmingham, Alabama Area

Drew and compiled fishing, recreation, hiking, cadastre maps of the state of Alabama for use bygeneral public and government institutions. Assisted in symbol design and web development.

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Design Management, 3.8

Johnson Controls International Sponsored Project: Assisted in management of team of Industrial Designers on 2011 and 2013 H.V.A.C consumer.

Bachelor'S Of Industrial Design (B.Ind), Industrial And Product Design, 2.96

Activities and Societies: Auburn University Marching BandSponsored: Eastman Chemical Corporation: Research and analyze Eastman's market.