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Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

• Collaborated closely with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders to develop comprehensive design specifications, project execution plans, cost estimates, and schedules from project concept through acceptance testing and qualification.• Directed and managed multiple concurrent engineering projects, ensuring their successful completion and achievement of objectives.• Oversaw and coordinated the activities of engineering staff, effectively managing projects, schedules, and workloads to meet both external and internal expectations.• Provided strong leadership and coaching to a talented team of engineers, fostering their technical, communication, and leadership skills development.• Demonstrated exceptional project management skills, consistently delivering projects on time and within budget, exceeding customer expectations.• Played a pivotal role in fostering employee development and the hiring process, ensuring the cultivation of a skilled and motivated workforce.

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

• Led major tasks within projects, collaborating closely with designers and drafters in a team-oriented approach to generate product layout concepts and system configurations.• Translated concepts, sketches, marked prints, or verbal instructions into drawings, models, and bills of material.• Applied established product standards, regulatory codes, and project specifications to product designs.• Analyzed engineering specifications, data, and drawings to determine design factors such as size, shape, and part relationships.• Conducted engineering calculations using standard techniques and procedures.• Checked dimensions of parts, materials to be used, and interrelationships of components.• Compiled and analyzed data to address deficiencies and resolve fabrication issues.• Maintained effective communication with suppliers, manufacturers, and customers to ensure seamless information sharing.• Maintained regular shop contact and actively participated in meetings to convey progress, issues, testing, and delivery timelines.• Continuously enhanced expertise in all aspects of product design, theory, construction, operation, and applications.• Strived for continuous improvement and fostered teamwork in both local and global environments.• Exhibited excellent communication skills to translate requirements into actionable design solutions.

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

• Proficiently employed CAD software (2D and 3D) to create detailed designs and prototypes.• Prepared accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) using the BOM system and generated release documents for production control.• Possessed a solid understanding of design standards, manufacturing processes, and materials selection.• Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving abilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and implement design improvements.• Showcased dedication, enthusiasm, and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality results.• Leveraged a robust engineering background with a primary focus on design.

Blue Ash, Ohio, United States

• Collaborated in the design, testing, and installation processes of customized saw blade packaging equipment.• Received training in Cartesian and SCARA robot programming and integration, contributing to efficient automation solutions.• Engaged with customers to gain a comprehensive understanding of project requirements, enabling the development of tailored proposals.

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

• Led the design efforts for a ball valve product line, incorporating automation accessories.• Collaborated with the casting supplier to identify and select suitable stock materials.• Worked closely with the machinist team to devise innovative fixturing solutions to enhance production capacity.• Partnered with a leading cutting tool supplier, resulting in a 60% reduction in machining time.• Effectively managed the overall production operations within the shop.• Developed comprehensive sales literature encompassing the entire product line.