David Mcvan Email & Phone Number

Dublin, Oh, Us

Akron, Ohio, United States

· Redesigned aerodynamic structures utilizing both system-level and component-level FEA and CFD· Independently developed electromechanical Drag Reduction System (DRS) on front and rear wings to reduce vehicle body roll and optimize drag· Utilized top-down system design techniques, including risk analysis, FMEA, and weighted decision matrices· Collaborated with composites team to create intricate carbon fiber wing and body structures· Mentored new team members on process of properly designing aerodynamic components· Presented weekly progress updates to the team on fabrication and current design work· Chosen by industry-leading engineers to attend design finals based on excellent design, testing, and validation· Placed 2nd of 25 teams at FS East, 8th of 119 teams at FSAE Michigan, and 11th of 34 teams at FS Austria in 2019

Medina, Ohio, United States

· Drafted site layouts, building details, and sample collection location diagrams· Worked with project managers remotely to manage assignments and communicate changes

Streetsboro, Ohio, United States

· Measured components using Faro laser scanning arm to analyze wear patterns and perform failure analysis· Performed heat transfer analysis to find temperature of damaged components surrounding hot box· Led company meetings to discuss wear analysis findings and go over possible solutions· Analyzed part performance in complex systems to find ways to increase lifespan and efficiency· Drafted detailed work instructions for multiple production lines to ensure safe and efficient operation

Cleveland, Ohio, United States

• Modeled components used in cutting-edge military and aerospace technologies for simulation and production• Developed hammer, press, and trim die designs used in production of parts to customer specifications• Gained understanding of material properties when designing for high temperature turbomachinery applications• Programmed Access database to digitize the quoting process, including sales, engineering, and quality aspects• Designed and improved Excel calculation tables used to create new tooling and manage plant production• Automated CNC and EDM driver programming using Windows Batch scripts• Inspected parts using laser scanning arm to identify defects in product and adjusted die designs accordingly• Simplified trim and punch processes and expanded production capabilities via new trim tooling design• Helped bring facilities within OSHA regulations while reducing environmental impact and production cost

University Of Kentucky, Lexington, Ky

• Responsible for design and manufacture of critical vehicle-driver interface systems, including the shifting system, steering wheel, and dashboard, as well as the seatback firewall and headrest. Also modeled components of the steering system for 2016/17 redesign• Collaborated to create and present the business logic case (how production, marketing, and sales of the vehicle will be economically feasible, considering things such as factory location/layout and marketing strategy) to a panel of real-world executives and engineers from the automotive industry• Took a lead role in sourcing funding and logistical support, both commercially and at a university level• Collaborated to create a complete bill of materials for the entire 2016/17 racecar, including specific fabrication and raw materials costs for each component of the vehicle

Hudson, Oh

• Provided CAD drawings and changes to facility plans based on client goals for efficiency improvements• Assisted with on-site layouts and new plant organization

Cuyahoga Falls, Oh

• Assisted with design of equipment, lighting, and wiring plans, primarily for commercial and industrial facilities, including drafting of plans using CAD software• Researched equipment, fixtures, and safety devices based on client specifications, legal regulations, and other project-specific limitations• Composed 3 page white paper summarizing research on potential safety hazards for major airport• Participated in on-site collaboration with engineers and clients

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Zips Racing

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Formula Kentucky, Lewis Honors College