Kathryn Folsom

Senior Mechanical Engineer at NSI-MI Technologies

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

About

I am a graduate of Georgia Tech holding a BSME (Honors, Co-op), and I am currently employed at NSI-MI Technologies in Suwanee, GA, as a Senior Mechanical Engineer. I have a passion for problem-solving and am excited to hone this skill through challenging employment and continued learning. I am very results-oriented, and I thrive in an environment where I can work towards and see a final product.

Experience

  • NSI-MI Technologies (8 yrs)
    • Senior Mechanical Engineer
      Jun 2025 - Present · 1 yr 1 mo

    • Mechanical Engineer
      Jan 2020 - Jun 2025 · 5 yrs 6 mos

    • Manufacturing Engineer
      Jul 2018 - Jan 2020 · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Mechanical Engineer at Rad Source Technologies
    Jan 2017 - Jul 2018 · 1 yr 7 mos

    X-Ray Source Production Lead • Maintain inventory for all production models. Reduced downtime due to lack of inventory from 73% to 25%, increasing production rate from 4 to 11 x-ray tubes per month. • Locate opportunities for change in component sourcing. Cut cost of primary components by 53% while decreasing lead times and eliminating secondary manufacturing processes. • Established process flow and created automated production tracking, reducing cycle time by 59% and preventing clerical errors in 98% of records. • Create and maintain procedures, forms, and work instructions for the assembly and manufacturing of x-ray tubes. Create and route engineering change orders for all required process changes. • Digitized past manufacturing paperwork, determined common failure points and evaluated personnel effectiveness. X-Ray Source Research and Development • Assembly and processing of all models in R&D; responsible for proper documentation to ensure design validation upon positive output results. • Construct assembly documentation and define process parameters for new models, allowing for smooth transition into production. Engineering Documentation • Modify standard title block to auto-populate necessary information and update revision information upon approval. Oversee implementation company-wide on 4500+ drawings. • Create and oversee routing of procedures, forms, and work instructions for the assembly and manufacturing of x-ray tubes. • Document and refine in-process engineering procedures, including enumerating the standards of engineering drawings and file maintenance. Project Management • Create and monitor timeline of prototype machines in non-nuclear irradiation business for use by hospitals, research facilities, and universities. • Consolidate mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and safety facets of design, ensuring proper fit and manufacturability, and preparing documentation packages for quality assurance.

  • Student Assistant at Georgia Institute of Technology
    Jan 2014 - Aug 2016 · 2 yrs 8 mos

    - Preparation for programs to promote involvement and connection between female students in engineering programs, including but not limited to networking events, mentor relationships, scholarship disbursement, and more - Maintenance of social media outlets such as Facebook and LinkedIn - Planning and organization of two week-long summer camps for middle-school-aged girls interested in technology, engineering, and computing - Coordination for annual awards banquet honoring female students with exceptional academic achievement, made possible by generous donations from corporate sponsors in a variety of fields

  • Mechanical Engineering Co-op at Phillips Gradick Engineering
    Aug 2015 - Dec 2015 · 5 mos

    - Evaluation of architectural and constructional details to determine best equipment and layout for optimal HVAC performance - Calculations for necessary fixtures based on worst-case scenario internal and external annual loads - Extensive practice in TRANE Trace 700 and Elite Software Rhvac, utilizing Manual D and Manual J standards in order to ensure LEED compliance and promote certification - Accompany site visits, during which ensured proper installation and configuration of previously designed systems

  • Mechanical Engineering Co-op at Carlisle Interconnect Technologies
    May 2014 - May 2015 · 1 yr 1 mo

    - Assistance in production and oversight of wire and cable for major companies in aeronautical, medical, and other industries - Extensive capability analysis to define key characteristics within manufacturing processes. Upon characteristic determination, analyze machine capability and set tolerances for future production - Coding of programs to monitor and track in-plant production, leading to increased productivity rates - Regular audits of manufacturing procedures to ensure proper care and techniques are used daily