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Lagrange, Ky

Systems architect of 5th generation animatronic medical training Manikin. Perform all aspects of design related to the Manikin frame and subsystems such as chest compression, intubation, body sounds, dilating eyes, air system, bleeding, and catheterization. Guide electrical and programming engineers to ensure seamless systems integration. Build and test prototypes to ensure design meets performance and durability specifications. Write assembly process documentation and user… Show more Systems architect of 5th generation animatronic medical training Manikin. Perform all aspects of design related to the Manikin frame and subsystems such as chest compression, intubation, body sounds, dilating eyes, air system, bleeding, and catheterization. Guide electrical and programming engineers to ensure seamless systems integration. Build and test prototypes to ensure design meets performance and durability specifications. Write assembly process documentation and user manuals.Supervise machine shop staff, junior engineers, and contract personnel. Identify each team member’s strengths and assign tasks accordingly. Provide technical leadership and mentoring for entire engineering team. Review drawings and mark up in accordance with GD&T. Review resumes, interview candidates and refer hiring recommendations to senior management. Provide current products engineering support for legacy human and K-9 manikins, mobile UH-60 and CV-22 aircraft simulators and Simulation Center building projects.Manage 3-D print farm operations with emphasis on continuous improvement. Upgrade and maintain fleet of Craftbot IDEX and Creality CR-10 printers to utilize advanced materials such as nylon composites, polycarbonate and TPU for production of end-use parts. Show less

Lexington, Ky

Responsible for research, design and development of operator control interface for Global 3-Wheel electric forklift platform. Provide reliable, cost-effective and ergonomic solutions for steering column, hydraulic controls, pedals, hood and seating system. Work closely with vendors to develop cost effective design solutions. Perform detailed mechanical analysis at both component and system level, including but not limited to FEA and mathematical analyisis. Involvement in every aspect of… Show more Responsible for research, design and development of operator control interface for Global 3-Wheel electric forklift platform. Provide reliable, cost-effective and ergonomic solutions for steering column, hydraulic controls, pedals, hood and seating system. Work closely with vendors to develop cost effective design solutions. Perform detailed mechanical analysis at both component and system level, including but not limited to FEA and mathematical analyisis. Involvement in every aspect of prototype build; including parts sourcing, addressing quality issues/reworks, welding/fabrication work, assembly, functional testing and problem solving. Provide technical leadership for team including mentoring of younger team members. Show less

Lexington, Kentucky

Hardware Development Engineer, Band 3 Adjacent technology development. In a “Skunk Works” environment, work with a multi-disciplinary team to develop a mobile autonomous data acquisition device. Presently responsible for suspension/drive system design, with focus on maneuverability, navigation, vibration damping, ride control. Color fuser technology development. Design, set up, and execute experiments, both for general effects screening and variable optimization using I-optimal… Show more Hardware Development Engineer, Band 3 Adjacent technology development. In a “Skunk Works” environment, work with a multi-disciplinary team to develop a mobile autonomous data acquisition device. Presently responsible for suspension/drive system design, with focus on maneuverability, navigation, vibration damping, ride control. Color fuser technology development. Design, set up, and execute experiments, both for general effects screening and variable optimization using I-optimal method, for empirical problem solving and design optimization. Analyze data, prepare reports, effectively communicate results and design recommendations to team in both written and oral formats. Presently responsible for research/development testing of core fusing technology components in belt fuser. Use knowledge of machining, mechanical design, motion controls, electronic circuits, sensors, and electrical wiring to design, build, maintain and upgrade various automated test apparatus for testing fuser performance and life. Mentor students, both Lexmark interns as well as senior design project teams with University of Tennessee and University of Kentucky. Prior assignment in mechanical design of fusing technology components within color belt fuser, with focus on thermal performance, lubricant flow, product life, and print quality. Create assemblies and solid models, prepare drawings in accordance with GD&T. Show less

Lexington, Ky

Transport Belt Development, Color Electrophotography, PS & SD Division. Design, set up, and run experiments to test various aspects of module performance and reliability. Design, fabricate, and source parts and instrumentation for custom test fixtures and robots. Use knowledge of electronic circuits and mechanical engineering theory to troubleshoot and repair modules. Provide front-line mechanical hardware support to Transport Belt group.

Paris, Kentucky

Design gas fireplaces and decorative accessories using Solidworks and AutoCAD. Assist in redesign of existing products. Design new products from ground up. Use machine shop to fabricate prototype fireplace units from sheet metal for testing and to present design to upper management.

Lexington, Kentucky

Jan. 2001 to Sep. 2001 – Inkjet Development, Consumer Products Division. Assisted engineers with reliability testing. Design and build test and measurement apparatus.Aug. 1999 to Dec. 2000 – Color EP Fuser Development, Business Products Division. Perform reliability and performance tests on experimental elastomer coated rolls, analyze results and present to engineering. Design and build various test equipment. Maintenance and repair of test apparatus. Assist fuser design team with… Show more Jan. 2001 to Sep. 2001 – Inkjet Development, Consumer Products Division. Assisted engineers with reliability testing. Design and build test and measurement apparatus.Aug. 1999 to Dec. 2000 – Color EP Fuser Development, Business Products Division. Perform reliability and performance tests on experimental elastomer coated rolls, analyze results and present to engineering. Design and build various test equipment. Maintenance and repair of test apparatus. Assist fuser design team with drawings and modifications to parts solids in IDEAS, assembly of prototypes.Apr. 1999 to Jul. 1999 – Business Support. Parts database management, electronic transmission of part drawings to vendors. Show less

Bachelor Of Science, Mechanical Engineering, 3.409 Gpa

Associate Of Applied Science, Cnc Machining, 4.000

Pre-Engineering

Tribology, Pass

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