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Rockland, Me, Us

Herlev, Capital Region, Denmark

Led successful upgrades of SOLIDWORKS CAD and PDM software across multiple servers and domains.• Conducted immersive "A Day in the Life of" sessions with Engineers to understand their workflow practices.• Executed comprehensive database analyses, presenting recommendations for optimized vault performance.• Performed in-depth vault, data, and usage analysis using Microsoft SQL Server queries.• Implemented off-hours cleanup initiatives, enhancing group, variable, workflow, and data card management.• Engineered workflow enhancements tailored to meet client-specific requirements, driving process efficiency.

Stockholm County, Sweden

Managed all aspects of multiple PDM Vaults with 1,000+ users across 17 sites/servers.• Authored documentation for each PDM vault and server…..”sustainability”• Worked with IT to upgrade SOLIDWORKS PDM Database Server, multiple replicated PDM archive servers and 1,000+ client installations.• Managed software usability and upgrade testing across a network of end users, vendors, and SOLIDWORKS employees.• Developed and delivered end-user training of SOLIDWORKS CAD and PDM Vault for global collaboration.• Negotiated terms of Extended Subscription Services between Dassault Systemes SOLIDWORKS, vendors, and Munters.• Spearheaded global initiative to unify part numbers and standardize part data across all entities.• Managed recruitment of new employees and IT consultants for individual projects as needed.• Developed requirements for PDM vault "cloning” tool for Standard Parts Library to facilitate sharing across multiple vaults.• Coordinated global consolidation effort for all AutoDesk software products, saving the company $175,000 annually.

Merrimack, Nh

• Elected member of Joint Loss Management Committee – New Hampshire• Architected searchable database to securely store and organize all records of company policies, inspections, permits, and reports related to EHS and Workplace safety• Assisted Safety Team in regulatory compliance documentation and process automation• Organized and coordinated environmental and safety Inspections to ensure all activities were compliant with safety guidelines• Drafted policy and procedures detailing safety and environmental inspection processes• Recommended revisions to production methods and employee activities when they did not meet health and safety compliance requirements• Critiqued emergency spill response drills to gauge employee readiness• Assisted with submission of environmental reporting for compliance with Community Right to Know laws• Consulted with company management regarding the implementation of new safety and environmental procedures

Merrimack, Nh

• Pioneered use of Enterprise PDM software for non-CAD purposes for Science, Safety, and Business segments, making unprecedented use of database capabilities• Analyzed organization and infrastructure of existing engineering documentation, standard parts libraries, and part numbering scheme• Managed consolidation of engineering documentation from existing networked data structure into a secure production vault ensuring validity of data and metadata in databases• Architected highly customized Enterprise PDM vault for Manufacturing Engineering’s needs, defining access control and customized user interfaces for metadata entry• Defined R&D Revision Control Process and developed Workflows, automated processes, and access control accordingly• Developed automation and standardization tools utilizing EPDM Dispatch and Template interface• Created Unit Test Cases, assembled cross-functional teams, and managed stringent testing for all workflows, templates, and automated scripts• Worked closely with third-party IT team to ensure appropriate equipment, maintenance procedures, backup protocols, and Disaster Recovery plans were established• Created and deployed admin installations of all necessary software on servers and clients, including development and production environments• Developed, implemented, and maintained EPDM and SQL database and security protocols for managing and protecting engineering and manufacturing equipment data• Defined SolidWorks and EPDM Standards, customized metadata interfaces, search forms, and approval process, developing workflow and implementing failsafe procedures • Composed and delivered engaging hands-on training to all SolidWorks and Enterprise PDM users in a cross-functional team environment • Authored Work Instructions, Application Documentation, and Training Documentation• Handled day-to-day support for all CAD and EPDM users for NCTI's Engineering, Science, Safety and Business segments

Merrimack, Nh

• Managed project activities, such as issue tracking and risk mitigation, facilitating project team meetings and preparing/delivering status reports• Prepared and, upon project completion, delivered Project Plan obtaining final sign-offs for exit criteria. • Conducted detailed stakeholder interviews to determine requirements and specifications• Performed analysis of existing software, hardware, network and infrastructure resources as they pertain to SolidWorks CAD software and Enterprise PDM data management software requirements.• Prepared and delivered proposal for software, hardware, network and infrastructure resources to Senior Executives

New England

Project Management:Interface with internal team of professionals and client stakeholders at all levels to deliver an increased ROI.-Coordinate the collaboration of cross-functional teams to deploy mission-critical software tools across global enterprises-Interact with customer-side Project Leader and technical resources during all project phases-Architect and develops innovative SolidWorks/Enterprise PDM training computing infrastructure, including client, server and vault configurations resulting in a substantial increase in EPDM training revenueEnterprise PDM and Business Process Consulting:-Primary technical resource for strategic accounts that amount to one quarter of CAPINC revenue-Analyze company needs to determine, recommend, and implement standardization of design data and documentation-Translate customer business processes into software-specific workflows for the end-user-Develop and deliver design standards and best practices guidelines based on detailed technical requirements-Develop, test, and execute procedures for overhauling the infrastructure of mission-critical software in a multi-site, multi-national organizationTraining and Technical Support:-Hold numerous professional certifications in the Dassault Systemes SolidWorks suite of products-Deliver customized SolidWorks and Data Management classes to organizations including: EMC, MIT Lincoln Labs and Hologic-Costa Rica-Well-regarded technical presenter at specialized state and regional conferences attended by groups of 20-500 people-Provide in-depth technical support in a variety of engineering disciplines, developing workarounds as neededDS SolidWorks-Certified Instructor. Classes taught in both English and Spanish:SolidWorks EssentialsSolidWorks DrawingsSolidWorks Advanced Assembly ModelingSolidWorks Sheet MetalSolidWorks WeldmentsSolidWorks File ManagementUsing Enterprise PDMAdministering Enterprise PDM

Concord, Ma

Provided multimedia content for SolidWorks marketing campaign, collaborating with Thunder Sky production team in final product

Concord, Ma

Co-op – Technical Support:- Analyzed, tracked and resolved customer and vendor issues in a professional, timely manner using Siebel CRM software.-Researched and analyzed the needs of over 250,000 customers for functional improvements.Primary provider of technical support for eDrawings on Windows and Mac OS.Provided technical support for past, current, and future (beta) versions of SolidWorks software.

Chelmsford, Ma

Supported Supplier Quality Engineers by extracting data and developing product and supplier-specific quality reports and scorecards to drive continuous improvement.Developed a procedure manual for generating monthly Supplier Scorecards.Revised First Article Inspection and Supplier Quality Audit forms for ease of use.Investigated and closed MRB FRACAS transactions.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers

Mechanical Engineering, Modern Languages

Bsme, Mechanical Engineering