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Design belt drive components for automobile engines tailored to their unique characteristics and layouts to reduce torsional vibration and wear. Worked as project manager to bring these designs to product realization.• Model designs and prepared drawings on Solidworks, NX, ProE, and CATIA V5 for prototyping and production• Lead cross-functional teams to keep project scope relevant and on-schedule• Manage projects and maintained component data using Agile PLM system• Perform cost reduction by adapting the newest design practices and suppliers to existing products• Create installation videos of products in Composer for promotional purposes• Work with QA and suppliers to resolve tooling issues

Work for clients in various industry sectors to provide mechanical design, drafting, and documentation management support. Close involvement continues from conceptual design to manufacturing. • Utilize complex modeling in SolidWorks to provide design support for automation, defense, industrial, and medical manufacturers. FEA simulations are used where appropriate to validate designs. • Created drawings under ASME Y14.5-2009 for GD&T along with customer-specific requirements • Submitted engineering change requests/orders to complete design release and iterations using the Teamcenter platform• Recreate models and drawings from legacy CAD data• Built photo-renders in PhotoView360 to demonstrate design concepts

Markham, Canada

Involved in the development of LED interior vehicle lighting applications through evaluation testing of prototypes and engineering samples. Directed production of high priority purchase orders to achieve timely delivery. • Performed DV, PV, data acquisition, root cause analysis, and reporting of results• Coordinated supply procurement, assembly, and quality control to meet production schedules• Assembled PCBs and light engines for photometry lab testing, and demonstration samples for client evaluation• Supported 3-D printing prototype through components fabrication and maintenance of the Alaris30 PolyJetTM system

Waterloo, Canada

Design member of University of Waterloo’s Midnight Sun X solar race car team. Prototyped components and aided in the construction of the next generation vehicle for the World Solar Challenge.• Designed and fabricated prototype accelerator, brake pedal assemblies using SolidWorks and FEA simulation• Optimized Midnight Sun X’s canopy for aerodynamic performance through surface modelling and CFD analysis• Assisted in aero body lay-up with Nomex and Kevlar composites• Refurbished solar array charging stand to improve structural integrity and functionality

Toronto, Canada Area

Worked with the engineering department and assembly floor to design and implement higher efficiency fixtures and processes to improve workflow. • Designed assembly and test fixtures with enhanced functionality using SolidWorks• Implemented new ink marking process that provided improved adhesion on connectors based on extensive testing that exceeded design requirements• Tested components for mechanical and electrical conformance to MIL-STD specifications • Created work instruction for assembly procedures, machine operation, and inspection practice• Coordinated with other departments in planning and tooling production

Hong Kong

Supported HVAC group in design coordination and implementation for ongoing construction of the SkyPier facilities at the Hong Kong International Airport.• Prepared drawings of combined HVAC, power, lighting, fire services with AutoCAD • BOM verification and cost analysis for material take off • Compiled project documentation for procurement and technical submissions