Machine design utilizing Autodesk Inventor, Vault, and AutoCAD.

Consultant for Autodesk Inventor and Vault, at Impact Engineering Solutions.

A foundry specializing in Centrifugal Casting of over 200 steel alloys.Accomplishments / Capabilities*Design Project: I designed a specialized shot-blaster for internal use. Upon receiving design criteria, I conceived the basic design, followed through with detailed design of over 300 parts and assemblies in 3D CAD, and managed production of the machine.*Advanced Microsoft Excel: Experienced with data storage, sorting / filtering, analysis, charting, formulaic data… Show more A foundry specializing in Centrifugal Casting of over 200 steel alloys.Accomplishments / Capabilities*Design Project: I designed a specialized shot-blaster for internal use. Upon receiving design criteria, I conceived the basic design, followed through with detailed design of over 300 parts and assemblies in 3D CAD, and managed production of the machine.*Advanced Microsoft Excel: Experienced with data storage, sorting / filtering, analysis, charting, formulaic data manipulation, conditional / logic analysis, error trapping, linking Access and SQL databases, linking other spreadsheets and software, template design.*3D CAD with Autodesk Inventor: Advanced Inventor designer, having experience with several versions. Very skilled with advanced parametric modeling, design automation, spreadsheet integration, template design, metadata control, and style library management.*Process Drawing Template System: Developed an automated template system to generate 3D CAD Inventor parts based on spreadsheet input. This greatly accelerated creation of process drawings, average time was reduced from 1 day to 2 hours. *CAD Systems Administration: Kept Autodesk AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor software up to date, managing system configurations, troubleshooting problems, and assisting users the software.*CAD Drawing File Management: Implemented Autodesk Vault--a networked database which manages CAD files and has extensive search capabilities. I developed and implemented folder architecture, held a training session for users, and wrote a 35-page manual for reference. *VBA Programming: Wrote VBA macros for Excel, Access, AutoCAD and Inventor. *Casting Die Design and Maintenance: Assisted in the design and maintenance of 500+ Casting Dies for product. This included inspection of die problems, creating jobs to repair the dies, and managing the repair process. I also assisted in new die design and quoted production costs for upper management. Show less

A machine shop specializing in manufacture of Hydraulic Valve Bodies and Fittings.*CNC Machine Operation: I have a thorough understanding of CNC machining on a professional level. This includes Set-up, Programming, and Operational experience with many controls.*G-Code Programming: Knowledgeable programmer, with familiarity in all G-Code programming; including complex geometries, circular/helical interpolation, diameter offsets, and extensive use of canned… Show more A machine shop specializing in manufacture of Hydraulic Valve Bodies and Fittings.*CNC Machine Operation: I have a thorough understanding of CNC machining on a professional level. This includes Set-up, Programming, and Operational experience with many controls.*G-Code Programming: Knowledgeable programmer, with familiarity in all G-Code programming; including complex geometries, circular/helical interpolation, diameter offsets, and extensive use of canned cycles.*Program Optimization: Optimized programs up to the limits of the machine and/or the tooling.*Tooling Familiarity: Utilized many high-performance tools, such as coolant-through drills, thread mills, inserted and solid carbide end mills, and inserted face mills.*Fanuc Macro-B Parametric Programming: A very powerful extension of CNC commonly used for tool life management and to create custom canned cycles. I taught myself this language in order to increase machining capability. Show less

A machine shop specializing in X-Ray Machine Components and Small Automation Machines.*CNC Machining: Performed many of the same tasks as described above.

A manufacturer of Hydrogen Sensors and Hydrogen Fuel Cells. I worked in Fuel Cell Production and Development. Working with engineers, I built hydrogen fuel cells to given specifications. While at DCH, I taught myself CNC Machining and G-Code programming. I also performed a multitude of other tasks.

A Market-Leading manufacturer of after-market High Performance Engines and Components for Harley-Davidson Motorcycles. I worked in the R+D Engineering department working with engineers to increase power in motorcycle engines. This was oriented primarily toward drag racing. The majority of my time was spent working with a Flow Bench, testing and developing port geometries.

Kohler Co. Engine Division: A World-Leading manufacturer of one- and two-cylinder small engines for use in power equipment.Engineering Co-op in the Emissions and Carburetion Group: Worked on the design of a database containing test data for the Emissions and Carburetion group. I also researched a problem causing engine failures, and performed many other tasks.