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Casper, Wy, Us

Casper, Wyoming Area

Mechanical Engineer working in Research and Design in the Less Lethal division (Defense Technology) of Safariland. Roles and responsibilities encompass the entire process between design concept and manufacturing production implementation. Other job duties include cost reduction for products currently in production, risk assessments and mitigation, data analysis, failure analysis, corrective action reports, maintenance and repair of production equipment, Bill of Material creation and analysis, quality control support, sales team support, and contract solicitation review and response.Research and Design ApplicationsFollow ISO 9001 standards for all Research and Design projectsIdentify a market need or area for improvementProduct conception and design prototype iterations - SolidWorks, Mill, Lathe, CNC, 3D Printers, etc.Report(s) of design success or failures and future recommendationsMaterial and vendor sourcingBill of Material creation and labor time studiesSales Support and Technical Specifications marketing documentsProduction scale capacity implementation - Risk assessments, Safety guardingManufacturing take-overManufacturing support of productDomestic and International government contract managementManage or co-manage several domestic and international government contracts exceeding $1MRead, review, and respond to both domestic and international government solicitationsManage or review product production, packaging, and shipping requirements to fulfil contract obligationsFirearms, Explosives, and Chemical Agent handlingApproved to transport, ship, receive or possess explosive materials as licensed by the U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives division.12ga40mmDistraction Devices/Flash BangsChemical Agents – Tear gas, pepper spray, bear spray

Houston, Texas Area

A team and I remotely monitor drilling services across North America and serve as the Logging While Drilling Engineer. We monitor various tools that go down the well-bore while drilling the hole. These tools give us information about the location of the drill bit and the surrounding hole environment. With this information we can make decisions on how to continue or change the drilling parameters based on a well-plan we are trying to follow.In house Excel and VBA expert for the Remote Field Operations Center of North America.Independently operated and monitored up to four wellbores simultaneously.Maintained hourly communications with multiple field personnel in rapidly changing situations.Provided technical support for field operations and equipment malfunctions across North America.Computer networking and IT skill development.

Oklahoma City, Ok

We use various tools that go down the well-bore while drilling the hole. These tools give us information about the location of the drill bit and the surrounding hole environment. With this information we can make decisions on how to continue or change the drilling parameters based on a well-plan we are trying to follow.Graduated #1 in LWD Engineering Academy (Out of 20).Responsible for interpreting and communicating wellbore direction.Analyzed drilling parameters and made systematic alterations to maximize drilling performance.Executed the operation and handling practices for drilling assemblies exceeding $500,000 in cost.Daily exposure to inclement weather, hazardous environments, and high stress situations.

Laramie

I assisted students with problems associated with printing, logging into their computers, software, and connectivity. I was also responsible for maintaining the printers and cleanliness of the computers and lab.

Laramie

I worked with the athletics department to help student athletes better understand the concepts taught in classes such as geometry, algebra, calculus, differential equations, statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, thermodynamics, electric circuit analysis, fluid dynamics, physics, and chemistry.

Oklahoma City, Ok

Observed, learned, and practiced various roles and responsibilities held by an Applications Engineer.Investigated and resolved high equipment failure rates during drilling operations.Validated and analyzed resource data trends for accuracy and followed up as necessary.Worked independently in a multitasking environment.Delivered formal presentation and recommended improvements to productivity and operation costs.Rig Safety Training and Visit.

Hutchinson, Mn

Business Representative to CustomersManagement of Labor and Finances for Six EmployeesEnsured Ethical Treatment of Workers and CustomersTeam Leadership SkillsEnsured Quality Workmanship by all Employees

Bachelor Of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Mechanical Engineering, 3.68

Activities and Societies: American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Tau Beta Pi

Bachelor Of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Energy Systems Engineering, 3.68

Activities and Societies: American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Tau Beta Pi

Associate'S Degree, Management, 3.68