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Fairburn, Ga, Us

Fairburn, Ga, Us

I serve as the subject matter expert for the manufacturing of numerous sintered-plastic parts that serve well over 100 customers, helping to refine our processes and equipment to deliver higher quality, at lower cost, and as quickly as possible. In my time here at Porex, I leverage my knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma techniques to identify, and systematically correct problems and barriers to the everyday success of the plant. I work in a cross-functional environment with Operations, Commercial Sales, and Product Development Engineering to ensure all new and existing products are properly managed throughout the product lifecycle, and are produced to the highest industry standard.

Bethesda, Md, Us

I displayed a high level of technical competence in designing innovative tooling solutions in Creo ProE and SolidWorks to support a dynamic manufacturing environment. I provided directional and technical leadership to a multi-discipline team in driving metrics, presenting monthly status updates to senior management, while supporting key business decisions. I successfully managed BOMs, created detailed instructions, and maintained configuration control by using several MES, ERP, and PLM systems. I performed diversified activities, including identifying risks/opportunities and delivering realistic implementation dates for all design changes as well as developed creative solutions to uncertain and challenging problems in an agile environment.Some key contributions include:• Optimized productivity and quality by bringing in new digital tooling while serving as lead engineer for several high-profile "digital transformation" projects.• Envisioned, developed and implemented a diverse range of hardware and system-level modifications utilizing design for manufacturing and assembly principles affecting more than 75 unique assemblies.• Orchestrated technical support in generating 3D animations of complex procedures using Creo Illustrate to reduce the learning curve for new builders.• Successfully developed tooling to reduce HPU (hours per unit) by 50% on certain build operations.• Provided technical leadership to a team achieving over 100K in savings in 2020 by reducing HPU, finding innovative ways to build, and new tools to capture time savings and reduce waste.• Delivered expert advice and guidance in troubleshooting and analyzing test data across a range of copper wire, fiber-optic, and electro-mechanical assemblies.

Bethesda, Md, Us

Effectively blended mechanical design engineering skills with technical expertise while overseeing established and early-production aerial combat programs. Significantly reduced common new-hire defects by developing the site-wide OJT training system. Established manpower and production layout requirements based on future contract awards and goals in an efficient manner.I have some key contributions including:• Led a Performance Management Team to "PMT of the Year" in 2017 despite over 70% support turnover.• Achieved approximately $200K savings by integrating new tooling on the manufacturing line, minimizing the operation time from minutes to seconds.• Met unique production environments with a projected overall savings of $50K/year by developing and implementing a de-centralized label printing plan.

Tallahassee, Fl, Us

Provided assistance to the student and professor in the subject of Engineering Design Methods. Responsibilities include grading assignments, holding office hours, and helping students with any questions relating to the class.

Tallahassee, Fl, Us

The title of the project I completed for my Masters Degree research was "Micro-Impingment Heat Transfer Using Unsteady Jets." The goal of this project was to determine how manipulating the flow characteristics of air jets impinging on a heated surface would effect the heat transfer away from that surface. Some tasks performed throughout the project include: - Utilized small-scale impinging jet flow to enhance heat transfer capabilities - Designed and produced a testing apparatus that allowed for a wide range of testing variability- Developed a systematic approach to testing that allowed for repeatability and confirmation of findings- Worked with LabView, Matlab, and Microsoft Excel to gather and evaluate data- Developed a working knowledge of many data gathering tools such as thermocouples, pressure transducers, high performance microphones, and high speed cameras• Used a micro-Schlieren system for jet flow visualization at up to 5,000 fps

Daytona Beach, Florida, Us

• Leveraged Solidworks 3D modeling software and FEA tools to design fiber optic rolling wet-mate connectors with novel keying features to reduce transmission loss for subsea equipment• Designed products to meet the highest standards set by the subsea oil and gas industry• Technical writing of internal, supplier, and consumer documents• Technical writing of internal, supplier, and consumer documents• Worked with suppliers to develope quotes and move forward with procurement of prototype parts

Tallahassee, Fl, Us

Provided assistance to students in the area of mechanics and material systems. Assistance included administering tests, grading assignments, holding office hours, and answering questions relate to student coursework.

Tallahassee, Fl, Us

Worked as a research fellow for the summer in the REU-MASS program provided by Florida State University. During this time, I studied how to utilize carbon nanotube ceramic nanocomposites to improve heat transfer on leading edges of supersonic aircrafts. Responsibilities included:• Employing ultrasonic techniques to create carbon nanotube samples for material testing• Studying the viability of using carbon nanotubes for use in ceramic nanocomposites • Developing a test plan to effectively saturate carbon nanotube sample pores

Employed as a research assistant in the areas of heat transfer and thermal fluids. Coauthored a publication titled "Exergy Analysis of Discharging Multi-tank Thermal Energy Storage Systems with Constant Heat Extraction," published in the journal Applied Energy. Responsibilities included:• Assisting in the design of a theoretical heat engine to maximize exergy efficiency• Utilizing spreadsheets software to simulate and study heat transfer in the experiment• Collaborating with professors and doctoral student to developed a systematic approach to study the system efficiency

Master Of Science (M.S.), Mechanical Engineering

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