Omar James Email & Phone Number

Mcallen, Texas Area

-Own and operate a small business utilizing a home built CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) and 3D printer for the production of wood, plastic, and aluminum products. -Self-taught all knowledge associated with design and manufacturing to deliver products to sell and produce.-Working knowledge with GD&T to aid in product development for customers and clientele.-Used resource to engineer and manufacture prototype parts.-Subcontracted by small local businesses to facilitate in… Show more -Own and operate a small business utilizing a home built CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) and 3D printer for the production of wood, plastic, and aluminum products. -Self-taught all knowledge associated with design and manufacturing to deliver products to sell and produce.-Working knowledge with GD&T to aid in product development for customers and clientele.-Used resource to engineer and manufacture prototype parts.-Subcontracted by small local businesses to facilitate in engineering product development and design using SolidWorks. Show less

Fremont, Ca

-Responsible Vehicle Test Engineer for validating THE first Model 3 Release Candidate durability vehicle using 4-year accelerated life test plan.-Coordinated and performed offsite city and mountain routes with vehicle in preparation for Standard Operating Procedure period. -Installed test instrumentation and equipment in vehicle so tests and vitals can be analyzed. -Diagnosed firmware and hardware issues using CANape, PCAN, and Vehicle Spy to determine root cause of fault events… Show more -Responsible Vehicle Test Engineer for validating THE first Model 3 Release Candidate durability vehicle using 4-year accelerated life test plan.-Coordinated and performed offsite city and mountain routes with vehicle in preparation for Standard Operating Procedure period. -Installed test instrumentation and equipment in vehicle so tests and vitals can be analyzed. -Diagnosed firmware and hardware issues using CANape, PCAN, and Vehicle Spy to determine root cause of fault events with software and firmware engineers through CAN traces and signals.-Performed vehicle level component durability operations on interior and exterior to further develop components. -Completed tear-down of entire vehicle and its critical components to allow respective engineering groups to study sub-assemblies. -Communicated test data and generated test reports to respective engineering groups. Show less

Fremont, California

-Responsible for component durability & reliability, and product development for Model S, X and 3.-Collaborated with Chassis, Drivetrain, Seating Systems, CAE, Battery, and Reliability Engineers to define proper reliability versus confidence statistics to establish proper test plans for design and product validation.-Drive to meet product development requirements and BOM development and readiness. -Compile test data, report Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis and create Test… Show more -Responsible for component durability & reliability, and product development for Model S, X and 3.-Collaborated with Chassis, Drivetrain, Seating Systems, CAE, Battery, and Reliability Engineers to define proper reliability versus confidence statistics to establish proper test plans for design and product validation.-Drive to meet product development requirements and BOM development and readiness. -Compile test data, report Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis and create Test Incident Reports.-Validated Model 3 battery pack on a component level to understand structural integrity and monitor internal high voltage internal components. -Created validation plan for testing Model 3 front and rear drive unit mounts and housings to understand structural durability before model production.-Performed Non-Destructive Inspection via dye penetration to find visual cracks in assembly components and welds. -Designed fixtures using CATIA V5, Enovia, Abaqus FEA, and various advanced level software for component testing. -Utilized machine shop resources, such as, OMAX waterjet center, multi-axis machining, and welding equipment for fabrication of test fixtures.-Used issue and priority tracking software, such as, Confluence and MS Project for complex project tracking, planning, program management, and schedule optimization. -Responsible for updating team workflow and documentation using Confluence collaboration software. Show less

Columbus, In

-Worked primarily as a vehicle integration engineer within Customer Engineering supporting Nissan and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Group. -Formulated official test route procedures for hot/cold weather and altitude testing according to SAE and internal standards. Route procedures were made for seven individual geographical locations within the Mid-West and South-West regions of the U.S. -Learned SAE standard performance test procedures using Racelogic Vbox instrumentation and AVL… Show more -Worked primarily as a vehicle integration engineer within Customer Engineering supporting Nissan and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Group. -Formulated official test route procedures for hot/cold weather and altitude testing according to SAE and internal standards. Route procedures were made for seven individual geographical locations within the Mid-West and South-West regions of the U.S. -Learned SAE standard performance test procedures using Racelogic Vbox instrumentation and AVL Drive.-Processed data using Excel, AVL Drive, and MATLAB to understand drivability and vehicle performance.-Collaborated with controls engineers regarding engine calibrations and test data for trucks, downloaded modified calibrations to vehicles, analyzed, and presented to customers. Show less

Sierra Vista, Az

-Participated in the Hunter MQ-5B Tactical UAS program and work under senior mechanical engineer within a team of 11 engineers. -Performed a variety of duties in the mechanical, electromechanical, electronic, and related areas.-Utilize SolidWorks CAD program to design and modify existing parts that facilitate Hunter UAV/UAS.-Follow engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions; conduct tests and report data in prescribed format.-Reviewed and updated technical drawings… Show more -Participated in the Hunter MQ-5B Tactical UAS program and work under senior mechanical engineer within a team of 11 engineers. -Performed a variety of duties in the mechanical, electromechanical, electronic, and related areas.-Utilize SolidWorks CAD program to design and modify existing parts that facilitate Hunter UAV/UAS.-Follow engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions; conduct tests and report data in prescribed format.-Reviewed and updated technical drawings and completed engineering action requests for official configurations. -Contacted suppliers in regards to parts manufactured to understand processes and help identify points of cause. Show less

San Antonio, Texas

- Main Project: Tacoma Wheel Alignment Improvement -Personal Development: Toyota Business Practice, Toyota Thinking Way, Productivity, Teamwork, Communication, Kaizen, 8-D Analysis.-Managed and updated Floor Management Development System board to visualize the department’s Hoshin, Objective, Main, Process, and Sub-KPI’s and Daily Process Activities. -Followed quality assurance principles, including ‘Customer First’, ‘Quality First’, ‘Kaizen’, & ‘Genchi Genbutsu’.-Proactively… Show more - Main Project: Tacoma Wheel Alignment Improvement -Personal Development: Toyota Business Practice, Toyota Thinking Way, Productivity, Teamwork, Communication, Kaizen, 8-D Analysis.-Managed and updated Floor Management Development System board to visualize the department’s Hoshin, Objective, Main, Process, and Sub-KPI’s and Daily Process Activities. -Followed quality assurance principles, including ‘Customer First’, ‘Quality First’, ‘Kaizen’, & ‘Genchi Genbutsu’.-Proactively developed process improvements for mechanical equipment reliability at the Tacoma production line. -Used statistical and technical analysis to understand warranty, field concern reports, and process capabilities.-Performed audits on vehicles to evaluate product and process quality to eliminate manufacture defects.- Created and updated Floor Management Development Board to monitor and manage department productivity and development. - Took part in an investigation regarding Tire Conicity.- Aided specialists in organizing compiled Field Concern Reports and significantly sped up the process allowing specialists to work more efficiently. -Proactively developed process improvements for mechanical equipment reliability at the Tacoma production line. -Performed audit sampling on Tacomas to evaluate product and process quality to eliminate manufacturer defects-Utilized Microsoft Office programs to for project management and document development. Show less

Ingram, Texas

-Tested and calibrated onboard sensors and flight navigation components for advanced aerial vehicles.-Prepared vehicles for autonomous flight missions and set upon board telemetry communication hardware. -Setup ‘Ground-to-Air’ equipment for mission planning, real-time flight logging, and data communication.-Utilized CAD/CAM software to design and manufacture components for the production of UAV’s.-Assisted in programming and troubleshooting critical hardware for autopilot… Show more -Tested and calibrated onboard sensors and flight navigation components for advanced aerial vehicles.-Prepared vehicles for autonomous flight missions and set upon board telemetry communication hardware. -Setup ‘Ground-to-Air’ equipment for mission planning, real-time flight logging, and data communication.-Utilized CAD/CAM software to design and manufacture components for the production of UAV’s.-Assisted in programming and troubleshooting critical hardware for autopilot functions and autonomous flight navigations using Integrated Servo Drive Systems, Closed Looped Systems, Testing, and Software Integration.-Worked directly with on board cameras and visual overlay systems. -Assembled pereferal systems to help eliminate onboard emi and emf and prevent ground loops. -Used UHF and VHF digital and analog radio systems to control and monitor onboard systems and hardware. -Tuned onboard flight controllers and external GPS systems through firmware and PID controls.-Soldered and wired battery modules and used low-pass filter systems for main and peripheral power supply. Show less

Edinburg, Texas

-Managed and maintained assigned labs while aiding students in the use of computers, software and equipment.-Maintained a clean, sanitary environment for students and staff to work productively in. -Diagnosed basic computer malfunctions and aided in the use of computer software and offered any type of assistance needed to complete a task in the lab.-Troubleshooted and installed hardware and integrated parts into computers.

Edinburg, Texas

-Worked as an assistant that operated major industrial sized machinery.-Learned to operate industrial machines and power tools, such as, lathes, mills, CNCs, band saws, and welding equipment.-Learned to work with precision manufactured tools and calibration in order to take readings of specimens to make sure they fell within specifications and given standards. -Prepared different grades of metal and prepared them for cutting, welding, turning, milling, or any other task accommodated… Show more -Worked as an assistant that operated major industrial sized machinery.-Learned to operate industrial machines and power tools, such as, lathes, mills, CNCs, band saws, and welding equipment.-Learned to work with precision manufactured tools and calibration in order to take readings of specimens to make sure they fell within specifications and given standards. -Prepared different grades of metal and prepared them for cutting, welding, turning, milling, or any other task accommodated by the machines in the shop.-Helped meet deadlines, manufactured supplies to engineering classes, and completed tasks requested by students and professors.-Maintained a clean, healthy, and safe workshop for students, while giving precaution about rules and regulations.-Kept tools clean and organized while inspecting them for damages or wear to prevent premature failure. Show less

Mcallen, Texas

-Helped keep the store parking lot clean, well-organized and presentable to customers while keeping watch over the parking lot regarding suspicious or criminal activity. -Granted respect and assisted customers with physical disabilities and helped others with heavy loading and unloading of groceries and products.

Master Of Science, Mechanical Engineering, 3.69

Expected Date of Graduation: May 2019

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering