Design/Development:- Proficient at CAD modeling using SolidWorks and some Pro/E.- Experienced with design of machined and cast metallic parts, sheet metal, weldments, & vacuum formed plastic.- Generate mechanical drawings including tolerance stack up and GD&T- Risk mitigation using FMEA, DTC, and DFMA principles.- Maintain high quality engineering documentation throughout projects.- Capable of developing prototype electronics including small embedded systems, controls, and circuit design.Analysis:- Perform finite element analysis using ANSYS Classic and Workbench, MSC Patran, MSC Nastran, and Solidworks Simulation.- Experienced with static structural, modal, acceleration, vibration, fastener analyses, and classical hand calculations.Project Management / Communication:- Excellent oral and written communication skills- Leadership and collaboration on team projects- Self-motivated and enthusiastic about technical topics- Organized and capable of conducting meetings, presentations, and interviews- Creating detailed cost estimates and schedules for projects.Software:- Excellent with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and MS Project- Finite Element Modeling using ANSYS 11.0, ANSYS Workbench, MSC Patran ,and MSC Nastran, Solidworks Simulation.- Develop software using: Embedded C, Python, Lua, Visual Basic, VBA, NI LabView, MATLAB ,and ANSYS APDL.- Electronic schematics and PCB layout using KiCAD and EagleCAD.- MathCAD modelingEngineering Testing:- Experienced with field testing of prototypes.- Creating Test Plans and Test Results documentation.- Configuring Data Acquisition Systems utilizing various sensors and tools including LabView, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and various digitizer I/O cards.Fabrication:- Capable of creating quality prototypes using abilities in milling & lathe operations, MIG/TIG welding, sheet metal, electronics assembly, wiring, and use of general shop tools.