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Jacksonville, Florida, United States

• Remotely lead a global, multi-functional team of engineers that supports all engineering simulations for new product design, development, and customer support.
• Develop and execute technical strategy to enable next generation product design and development while mitigating risks.
• Increase operational efficiency by 50% through streamlined workflows and automation.
• Recognize and attract top talent, mentor, and train team members through one-on-one coaching and professional development opportunities.
• Establish cross functional project teams, delegate tasks, set priorities, and track metrics against overall goals.
• Serve as the plastics subject matter expert to support engineering, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

• Remotely lead a team of plastics engineers and co-ops which support all mold filling simulation via Autodesk Moldflow. Support several methods of molding including but not limited to connector housings, optics, and.
• Support internal and vendor production as well as new products and mold designs by providing guidance, advice, and training related to plastic part manufacturing.
• Manage projects for advancement of new technologies related to plastic part manufacturing and mold filling simulation.
• Systematically solve complex product failures using standard material testing methods including but not limited to TGA, DSC and FTIR.
• Provide material selection suggestions for new and existing products given application requirements. Research new materials and identify industry trends to help enable future products.
• Work directly with cross functional teams to support overall product development goals.

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

• Perform Moldflow analyses for new and existing products to provide DFM feedback, solve molded defects, and reduce warpage.
• Provide recommendations for mold tooling designs. Design both runner and cooling systems that optimize the molding process.
• Select materials for new products given application criteria. Replace materials in existing applications when necessary with a resin that requires minimal mold tooling changes.
• Failure analysis utilizing several material testing methods including TGA, DSC, and FTIR.
• Perform solder reflow simulations utilizing ANSYS Fluent.
• Coordinate simulation scheduling and resource loading.

Erie, Pennsylvania Area

• Perform Moldflow analyses for new and existing products to provide DFM feedback, solve molded defects, and reduce warpage.
• Perform material tests such as TGA, DSC, and Tensile testing for material research.
• Changeover mold tooling and material for production.

Corry, PA

• Design 3D printed fixtures for secondary operations along with a core/cavity set for experimental use in injection molding.
• Evaluate and implement RJG process monitoring equipment on existing tooling.
• Review molding and operator processes to improve LEAN manufacturing.
• Design parts in SolidWorks and create drawings.

Bachelor’S Degree, Plastics And Polymer Engineering Technology, 3.88

Activities and Societies: Tau Alpha Pi Engineering Technology Honor Society, 3D Printing Club

4.5

Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, Varsity Letterman Club, Vice President of Senior Class