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Lafayette, In

Using SolidWorks CAD software, designed and detailed fixtures, tools and gauges to improve manufacturing safety, quality and productivity. Led a capital project to achieve headcount reduction by combining two production processes into a single station, acting as the sole designer of the new machinery. Programmed multi-axis torque tools and developed machine vision inspection routines to reliably install new axle spindle nut products and verify correct assembly. Provided technical support for the maintenance of progressive stamping dies and maintained 2D AutoCAD tool drawings. Led engineering efforts to produce a new stamping die system for a product redesign that presented unique tooling challenges.

Crawfordsville, In

Using PTC Creo Parametric (Pro/Engineer), designed robust tooling for high-speed rotary compression molding machines, working as the lead tooling designer for the global market leader in plastic beverage closures. Partnered with suppliers to minimize capital expenditures and to devise cost-effective tooling rework solutions. Spearheaded additive manufacturing (3D printing) of mold tooling, combining parts to reduce cost and increase cooling efficiency. Developed engineering standards and mentored new engineers.

Crawfordsville, In

Designed tooling and retrofit kits for high-speed production machinery to facilitate new product launches. Implemented design solutions based on root cause analysis of machine problems and product tooling issues, resulting in continuous improvement of production machinery platforms. Generated innovative concepts as a valued member of cross-functional technology development teams. Supported new product development, helping to optimize the interaction between the product and manufacturing processes.

Indianapolis, In

Designed custom, turn-key factory automation systems using AutoCAD (R13 in 3D). Defined sequence of operations, designed tooling and fixturing and specified system components, including robots, indexers, actuators, sensors, conveyors, vibratory feeders and machine bases. Created detailed drawing packages for in-house fabrication and machine building. Assisted with system assembly and debugging.

West Lafayette, In

Knee simulator project, summer 1996Using Pro/Engineer, modeled and detailed an artificial knee component test machine with realistic range of motion.

West Lafayette, In

Performed QA testing on wet and solid film lubricants. Certified products to military specifications.

Mclean, Va

Co-op student intern, summer 1986 & spring 1987Developed a classification system for Navy hovercraft maintenance data. Tracked aircraft carrier design changes, concurrent with construction.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Mechanical Engineering

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