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Led mechanical design and testing of new LED lighting products for architectural applications, using CAD (SolidWorks) and the fabrication of prototypes. Fabricated working prototypes using machining tools and 3D printed components. Coordinated component design and manufacturing with Asian suppliers, including aluminum extrusions and injection molded parts. Managed and supervised mechanical engineering interns in maintaining mechanical models and drawings. Participated in weekly engineering design meetings regarding ECRs and RMAs. Tested products for fatigue and thermal expansion using FEA and practical lab tests. Designed and tested products to meet IP68 environmental ratings. Prepared and presented presentations to communicate new product concepts to sales and marketing teams. Prepared mechanical assembly documentation for assembly lines. Coordinated with machine shops to fabricate sheet metal custom enclosures for special applications.

Lead operational strategy for automotive part distribution company leveraging technical expertise on friction materials for freight trucks with brakes and clutch product focus. Review technical specifications of automotive products and educate clients on product applications. Translate technical terms to primarily non-technical audience. Satisfy needs of international clients in English and Spanish.

Designed tools and mechanical testing fixtures for aviation repairs (hydraulic actuators, fuel control and pneumatic units, electromechanical parts) using CAD Autodesk Inventor and SolidWorks, and GD&T. Investigated ergonomics to improve ease of use. Produced engineering assembly drawing packages. Procured mechanical devices for complex testing and calibration fixture usage. Performed finite element analysis (FEA) including simulation tests and stress tests (tensile and thermal) on prototype parts, tools, and testing fixtures to estimate functional limits of tools including use of test generators and turbines.

Implemented Six Sigma and ISO:9001 procedures at client organizations. Revised, improved, and translated existing documentation in accordance with client standards. Led team meetings with client managers and support staff involved in Six Sigma and ISO implementation. Consulted with clients using CAD Solidworks drawings for prototyping and conceptual design presentation. Collaborated with client department leads for webpage design and data entry platform.

Designed and tested modifications to product line through FEA and CAD. Fabricated and tested 3D-printed prototypes of SART housings for fit and ergonomics with existing products. Collaborated with electrical engineers and drafters on product packaging and engineering drawing best practices. Performed photometric testing of airport runway and lights, setting up tests using luminosity and chromaticity sensors and collecting data using oscilloscopes and sensors in Labview. Complied with military specifications and FAA presentation formats.