Casey Reyes Email & Phone Number

Mossville, Illinois, United States

Structures Validation Engineer - Caterpillar C13D Diesel Engine (Feb-Aug 2022)∙ Conducted fatigue analysis on validation testing results for mounted components (turbocharger, fuel lines, fluids module, etc.) to ensure design assumptions correlated with actual performance∙ Performed modal testing and curve fitting analysis of externally mounted components.

Park City, Kansas, United States

• Manage data logs for fatigue testing cycles which include reviewing around 200 channels of data recorded at 2 Hz
• Automate multiple data processing tasks such as error detection saving the company 10 hours per week
• Create multiple 3-D annotated parts in CATIA V5 which highlight materials, tolerances, and bolt locations

San Diego, California, United States

• Designed a $2000 compressor discharge pressure (PCD) piping assembly
• Conducted failure analysis using 2020 R1 ANSYS on a past PCD piping assembly, identified a high-risk location and proposed a material swap to a higher-grade stainless steel
• Communicated with contractors to create control source drawings for new assemblies and parts

Wichita, Kansas, United States

• Managed the design of an automated pipette end-effector to be tested on an ABB IRB 120
• Collaborated with reverse engineering lab to 3D scan complex parts and create solid models in Catia V5
• Obtained quotes for a $60,000 automated conveyor system to be used to stack multiple 20 lb grain bags on a pallet to then be wrapped and moved to an outfeed

San Diego, California, United States

• Created a MATLAB program to model thermal creep from tests performed on nickel-based alloys
• Created a Python tool that locates test files on engines based on specific requirements saving the team time manually searching through files.

Wichita, Kansas Area

• Designed a new handle catch system that saved 2 lbs of fuel loss during each flight
• Wrote a 40-page technical report on the major door systems on the Beechcraft Denali including electrical interface, testing procedures, and installation procedures

Wichita, Kansas Area

• Leading a small team to improve efficiency in database entry and ensuring that data is accurate
• Reinforced the classroom material by reviewing assignments and tailoring to their specific needs
• Managing a budget of $28,000 in order to reduce student expenses and provide opportunities
• Researching different learning styles and determining appropriate approaches for student behavior

Wichita, Kansas Area

• Ensured that customers were satisfied with their purchase by keeping a positive attitude and swiftly checking them out