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Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Oversee all CAD operations and lead the design and development of a wide range of products, including:• Animal Enclosures: Designed banks of comfort kennels and humane enclosures for mammals (including canines, primates and baboons) with advanced features such as collapsibility and complex gear systems.• Pharmaceutical Carts: Created custom carts, including closed-case models with bumpers, doors, drawers, and casters.• Specialized Equipment: Developed powder feeders for metabolic studies and kennels for scientific sample collection.• Industrial Projects: Designed a cab for a dredge and a skylight glass panel framework with intricate structural designs.• ERP Implementation: Play a key role in implementing the JobBoss2 ERP system.• Technical Assistance: Provide on-site SolidWorks support to other users.

Greenwood, Delaware, United States

Owned and operated a 3D design business, specializing in providing innovative design solutions for the metal fabrication industry. Served a diverse client base, including companies in the urban innovation, research, and transportation industries, helping them transform initial concepts into fully manufacturable designs. Key projects included collaborating on a chassis for an electric parcel delivery tricycle, as well as creating a telescoping baboon cage complying with animal welfare requirements.Assisted in project management, from requirements gathering to iterative prototyping and final delivery. Designed custom components, such as specialized mounting brackets for camera and coordinated ACME gear systems. Used SolidWorks for CAD modeling, employing DFM (Design for Manufacturing) principles to ensure both functionality and ease of fabrication.Tracked and managed billable hours, project costs, and material sourcing to keep projects within budget while meeting tight deadlines. Coordinated with cross-functional teams, including engineers and fabricators, to resolve design challenges and improve production workflows. Leveraged effective communication and collaboration skills to deliver projects that consistently met client expectations.

Bridgeville, Delaware, United States

Assisted in developing and maintaining ERP software for a key client in the sheet metal fabrication industry. Utilized C#, SQL, and object-oriented programming to implement improvements that enhanced system functionality and streamlined business processes.Key achievements include:• Enhanced workflow automation within the ERP system, reducing manual data entry and improving operational efficiency.• Debugged and resolved complex software and database issues, minimizing disruptions in production workflows.• Collaborated closely with the client to gather requirements and deliver tailored solutions to meet specific operational needs.• Troubleshot and optimized interactions between C# applications and SQL databases, ensuring smooth integration and functionality across systems.

Bridgeville, Delaware, United States

Contributed to high-profile architectural and structural projects, shop-ready manufacturing and installation solutions for end clients like Columbia Business School and the New York City Transit Authority.Columbia Business School (Henry R. Kravitz Hall): Converted 3D Revit shop drawings of complex architectural metal stair walls for Columbia Business School's Henry R. Kravitz Hall into manufacturable 3D sheet metal models using SolidWorks. Resolved issues with initial production by obtaining the original 3D architectural model, then detailed bends and seams for laser and press brake manufacturing. The panels are now successfully installed.NYC Subway Station Retrofit: Redesigned wall structures for four subway stations, creating modular sections from bent plate. Implemented CNC laser-cut mounting holes and part numbers for streamlined installation, significantly reducing field errors and overtime costs. High-Security Facility Fence: Modeled and project managed for a 1,000 foot security fence for a sensitive government facility overseas, accommodating precise field measurements. Included every manufacturing detail down to nuts, bolts, latches, and locks, and designed the layout for shipping container arrangements to ensure efficient transport and installation.NYC Transit Authority Canopy: Developed a detailed 3D model for a street-level canopy, incorporating manufacturing details such as glass, electrical systems, and structural I-beams. Enabled off-site pre-assembly for efficient crane installation.

Georgetown, Delaware, United States

Georgetown, Delaware, United States

Tutored students in many subject areas, including ESL, Spanish, Math, Microsoft Office and writing, 24 hours per week.

Taught Kindergarten through 12th grade music and choir, full time

Georgetown, Delaware, United States

Tutored students in many subject areas, including ESL, Spanish, Math, Microsoft Office and writing, 24 hours per week.

Columbia, South Carolina, United States

Taught ESL classes of various levels and skills, including speaking, listening, reading, vocabulary, grammar and writing classes, full time.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Teaching English As A Foreign Language / Intercultural Studies

Bachelor Of Science, Music And Bible

Activities and Societies: Abundant Life A Cappella, kids' clubsFounded and directed Abundant Life A Cappella, volunteered to teach.

Associate Of Arts - Aa, Music

Activities and Societies: Auditioned Touring Chorale, Auditioned Touring Barbershop Quartet, Auditioned Touring Praise Band

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Math League, Chamber Choir, Soccer, Quiz Team