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Greater San Diego Area

Experienced Lead CAD Designer with particular focus on new product designs and development. Proven experience in Mechanical design for development of medical, aerospace and commercial systems, with a focus on bringing products from concept to production. ● Support the product development team across a variety of product platforms by producing 3D CAD models and engineering drawings in PTC CREO and SolidWorks.● Responsible for the creation of 3D computer-aided design (CAD) software… Show more Experienced Lead CAD Designer with particular focus on new product designs and development. Proven experience in Mechanical design for development of medical, aerospace and commercial systems, with a focus on bringing products from concept to production. ● Support the product development team across a variety of product platforms by producing 3D CAD models and engineering drawings in PTC CREO and SolidWorks.● Responsible for the creation of 3D computer-aided design (CAD) software models and detailed drawings.● Support engineers with all phases of the design from conceptual through product release.● Strive to maintain high quality designs and complete tasks on time and within budget.● Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a dynamic environment.● Provide multiple design options that meet the project requirements for consideration, including pros and cons for each solution.● Subject matter expert with CAD design software - SolidWorks (CSWP), Creo PTC, CETOL and Keyshot. Experienced in Complex Advanced Modeling, Surfacing, GD&T and 1D/3D Tolerance Study Analysis.● Create comprehensive documentation, including design specifications, reports, and technical drawings, to facilitate effective communication across teams.● Participate in brainstorming concepts and peer/design reviews. Was also an independent reviewer of mechanical design packages and verifying designs to meet our PRD/DFM/DFA. ● Identified areas of improvement/growth for the team. Also recommend software/hardware and additional technical training to perform and increase team’s productivity.● Mentoring peers and product development teams on Fundamental/Advanced GD&T. Make sure they understand and apply correctly on models (PMI/MBD) and detailed drawings per ASME Y14.5 standards. ● Provide assistance to peers and less experienced designers by communicating work priorities, providing technical assistance, verifying accuracy of work. Show less

San Diego, California

As an Applications Engineer, my primary responsibility is to work with clients, both new and existing, to explore and understand the benefits of SOLIDWORKS design software, and other accompanying software applications. Provide solution-based approach to solving customer requirements. ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Perform standard and custom product demonstrations for new and existing customers. Perform classroom and on-site training for all aspects of SOLIDWORKS and the accompanying… Show more As an Applications Engineer, my primary responsibility is to work with clients, both new and existing, to explore and understand the benefits of SOLIDWORKS design software, and other accompanying software applications. Provide solution-based approach to solving customer requirements. ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Perform standard and custom product demonstrations for new and existing customers. Perform classroom and on-site training for all aspects of SOLIDWORKS and the accompanying products. Conduct pre- and post-sales webinars informing users of the benefits of SOLIDWORKS, Simulation, and PDM. Manage small implementations for SOLIDWORKS and PDM. Provide comprehensive customer technical support via phone, web, and onsite. Show less

Greater San Diego Area

Infusion Division / Dispensing Division - Lead Mechanical DesignerConceptualized, designed and prototyped various mechanical components for the Next Generation Infusion Pump Systems and Next Gen Dispensing Medication and Supply management systems. • Main focus on next generation and R&D product development. Also worked in cost reduction project, Engineering Change Orders and sustaining projects. • Managed all phases of the design from conceptual thru product release.… Show more Infusion Division / Dispensing Division - Lead Mechanical DesignerConceptualized, designed and prototyped various mechanical components for the Next Generation Infusion Pump Systems and Next Gen Dispensing Medication and Supply management systems. • Main focus on next generation and R&D product development. Also worked in cost reduction project, Engineering Change Orders and sustaining projects. • Managed all phases of the design from conceptual thru product release. Which includes conceptual design, CAD modeling, detail drawings, tolerancing and dimensioning, prototyping, peer reviews and design reviews. • Interact with ME/EE engineering, UXD and marketing to design unique and innovative medical products and devices that resulted in 7 recent patent applications. • Designed hi-fidelity functional prototypes for UXD/Marketing usability studies and testing. These studies allow for Voice-Of-Customer (VOC) early in the design phases. • Designed and built test fixtures for DOE studies. Prototyped infusion pumping system for performance testing, reliability testing and usability studies. • Supported Manufacturing to improve and troubleshoot assembly procedures, reducing defects and assembly times. Advised on part design and features, drawings and assemblies for fit, form and function, manufacturability and material costing. • Always offering suggestions to improve product designs and involved as an independent reviewer in peer and final design reviews. • Able to multi-task on different projects, great organization skills and high completion rate on our deliveries and milestone. Patent Pending/Disclosures: 9 since hired in 2006. Show less

San Diego, California

Engineering Services Supervisor / Sr. Mechanical Designer• Product designer of new series controllers and accessories for irrigation systems and applications. Responsible for preparation of electro/mechanical 3D solid modeling, layouts, tolerance studies, details, assemblies, BOM’s and PCB documentation such as PWB assemblies, fabrication and wiring drawings. Managed all phases of the design from conceptual thru product release. • Generating and incorporating of Engineering… Show more Engineering Services Supervisor / Sr. Mechanical Designer• Product designer of new series controllers and accessories for irrigation systems and applications. Responsible for preparation of electro/mechanical 3D solid modeling, layouts, tolerance studies, details, assemblies, BOM’s and PCB documentation such as PWB assemblies, fabrication and wiring drawings. Managed all phases of the design from conceptual thru product release. • Generating and incorporating of Engineering Changes (ECR’s/ECN’s/ECO’s) for new product development and sustaining OEM products • Development of Web Portals and implementation of databases for Engineering Change Forms, New Part Entry (PPL Database) and DWG Number Log. • Present oral design reviews to design team and management, including compliance matrix, objectives, pros & cons, design-to-cost and schedules. • Electro/Mechanical checker enforcing Company Design/Drafting Standards, ANSI Y14.5 Standards and Configuration Management processes. • Supervisor for Engineering Services Group which offered the following services: Electro/Mechanical Design & Drafting, PCB Design, Graphic Design, Document Control, and Web/Database Development. • Organize, coordinated, and justify the selection of new software/hardware design tools for the Engineering Services Group to increase productivity, efficiency, and full utilization of new CAD/CAE technologies. (Utilized SolidWorks 2005, Smart Team PDM, AutoCAD, Cadence, PCAD, Visio, InfoPath, etc…) Show less

Greater San Diego Area

IT Professional Network Admin & Webmaster • Responsible for network administration support, and implementation of the IT Systems infrastructure, including LAN and WAN systems, servers, and IIS applications. Currently support platforms which include Mac OSX Server, Windows 2000, Active Directory, IIS Web Server, Database Server, and remote web server accounts. • Perform software installations, integration, problem detection, analysis, trouble-shooting, and training.… Show more IT Professional Network Admin & Webmaster • Responsible for network administration support, and implementation of the IT Systems infrastructure, including LAN and WAN systems, servers, and IIS applications. Currently support platforms which include Mac OSX Server, Windows 2000, Active Directory, IIS Web Server, Database Server, and remote web server accounts. • Perform software installations, integration, problem detection, analysis, trouble-shooting, and training. • LAN/WAN infrastructure design and implementation, security network design, and system installations. • Supporting and developing the networking infrastructure, including the switching and routing equipment, cabling, remote access, firewalls, VPN, name servers, network management tools, performance, support and resilience of the network, database and server administration, documentation, data integrity and disaster recovery planning. • Web Development – Design static/dynamic websites and E-Commerce site pages with Macromedia Studios MX 2004 applications (Dreamweaver MX 2004, Flash MX 2004, Homesite MX, Fireworks MX 2004 and Freehand MX). • Provide IT technical expertise and support to staff and management, identifying training requirements, where necessary preparing documentation (including FAQs, installation instructions and troubleshooting guides). Show less

Shelton, Connecticut

Mechanical Product Design Engineer• Lead product designer for all new series of family products from mobile handheld devices to desktop applications. • Organized and coordinated all facets of rapid prototyping for concept models on through pilot production designs. Responsible for conceptual, preliminary, critical and final design reviews on through release to manufacturing production drawings, Bill of Materials (BOM), and other documentations. • Implemented electronic database… Show more Mechanical Product Design Engineer• Lead product designer for all new series of family products from mobile handheld devices to desktop applications. • Organized and coordinated all facets of rapid prototyping for concept models on through pilot production designs. Responsible for conceptual, preliminary, critical and final design reviews on through release to manufacturing production drawings, Bill of Materials (BOM), and other documentations. • Implemented electronic database system for Drawing Log and ECN/ECO forms and documentation. Recommended and initiated a Product and Data Management (PDM) for all CAD/CAE solid models and documentation. • Presented oral design reviews to design team and management, including compliance matrix, objectives, mechanical design, pros & cons, design-to-cost, schedules, and open question and answers sessions.• Primary responsibility was to focus on all plastic designs and optimization utilizing 2D & 3D CAD SolidWorks, Cosmos and Mold Flow Plastic Advisor. Served as primary contact with toolmakers and injection molders. • Organized, coordinated, and justified the selection of new software/hardware design tools for the mechanical design department to increase productivity, efficiency, and full utilization of CAD/CAE technology. • Acted as checker for other mechanical designers, including review of their solid model designs, detail drawings and analysis Show less

Simsbury, Connecticut

Mechanical Designer• Developed new aerospace ordnance products using 3D solid models using HP’s Co-Create SolidDesigner & ME-30 CAD; generated conceptual designs and tolerances studies with proven problem-solving ability. • Created 2D design layouts using ME-10 CAD which provided the following: fits of clearances and allowances; weight analysis; definition of geometric tolerances; min/max stack-up, axial and angular tolerances; material selection and stress analysis calculations… Show more Mechanical Designer• Developed new aerospace ordnance products using 3D solid models using HP’s Co-Create SolidDesigner & ME-30 CAD; generated conceptual designs and tolerances studies with proven problem-solving ability. • Created 2D design layouts using ME-10 CAD which provided the following: fits of clearances and allowances; weight analysis; definition of geometric tolerances; min/max stack-up, axial and angular tolerances; material selection and stress analysis calculations. • Coordinated preliminary on through critical design reviews for internal cross-functional teams and customers. Utilized advanced software applications to communicate complex designs on oral presentations. • Served as the lead mechanical product designer on electro-explosive devices for oil & gas applications. Facilitated communication between cross-functional teams, helped to introduce new products and business in the Oil & Gas fields with a new series of ultra-high temperature and ultra-high pressure electric detonators. • Product designs included the utilization of my mechanical/electrical and ordnance engineering experience with primary and secondary explosives, pyrotechnics and linear explosive products. • Visited and reviewed new vendor's capabilities and processes. Generated reports on vendor's ability to manufacture high production parts and/or specialty items with lead times. • Generation of detail drawing IAW ANSI Y14.5M and DOD-STD00100D standards, application and definition of geometric tolerancing needed for fits and allowances of parts, stress analysis studies and critiquing product designs for most cost-effective implementations and enhancements. 5X Patents Awarded Show less

Hartford, Connecticut Area

Drafting Supervisor• Product lead designer for CRT & Electro-luminescent displays used in the commercial and military systems. Responsible for preparation of electro/mechanical 3D solid modeling, layouts, tolerance studies, details, assemblies, BOM’s and PCB documentation such as PWB assemblies, fabrication and wiring drawings. • Generating and incorporating of Engineering Changes (ECR’s/ECN’s/ECO’s) for new product development and sustaining OEM products.• Electro/Mechanical… Show more Drafting Supervisor• Product lead designer for CRT & Electro-luminescent displays used in the commercial and military systems. Responsible for preparation of electro/mechanical 3D solid modeling, layouts, tolerance studies, details, assemblies, BOM’s and PCB documentation such as PWB assemblies, fabrication and wiring drawings. • Generating and incorporating of Engineering Changes (ECR’s/ECN’s/ECO’s) for new product development and sustaining OEM products.• Electro/Mechanical checker enforcing Company Design/Drafting Standards, ANSI Y14.5 Standards and Configuration Management processes. • Supervisor for Drafting Services Group which offered the following services: Electro/Mechanical Design & Drafting, PCB Design, Document Control. • Organize, coordinated, and justify the selection of new software/hardware design tools for the Drafting Services Group to increase productivity, efficiency, and full utilization of new CAD/CAE technologies. • Implemented the first 2D CAD system (CADKEY) and CAE system (PCAD). Corporate was able to transition from a manual/paper based system to fully electronic system. Show less

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