Michael Schimpf

STEM School CTE Engineering Pathway Teacher

Kent, Ohio, United States

About

Versatile, innovative and motivated engineer with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Applied Engineering in Technology Management, with 25+ years of work experience. Aiming to leverage a broad range of academic and real world knowledge from CAD to actively supervising a large team to accomplish complex objectives. Frequently praised as focused by my peers, rely on me to help your company achieve its goals.

Experience

  • Engineering Teacher at BIOMED SCIENCE ACADEMY STEM SCHOOL
    Aug 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

  • Design Engineer/Project Manager at Linden Polyurethane
    Feb 2022 - Aug 2023 · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Computer Aided Design Drafter at The K Company
    Nov 2019 - Jan 2022 · 2 yrs 3 mos

    • Lay out and create field drawings of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems according to the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) standards and vendor instructions • Responsible for accurately ordering materials utilized in field installation of HVAC equipment. • Work as a team with fellow computer-assisted drafting (CAD) and engineering teammates to increase efficiency and decrease cost due to waste. • Coordinate with field personnel to adjust design and configuration to create feasible solutions at decreased cost to the company and the customer. • Utilize building information modeling (BIM) to coordinate between construction trades. Identify issues between the trades prior to physical installation of equipment saving man hours and money. • Interpret engineer’s design intent into workable HVAC systems and coordinate between engineers, architects and HVAC field installation personnel. Alter and amend designs to correct flaws and inaccuracies.

  • CAD Drafter/Designer at DX Engineering
    Feb 2018 - Nov 2019 · 1 yr 10 mos

    • Design and develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, dies, tools and controls using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment. • Lay out and draw schematic, orthographic or angle views to depict functional relationships of components, assemblies, systems and machines. • Maintain existing engineering records and designs. • Coordinate with and consult other workers to design, lay out or detail components and systems and to resolve design or other problems and identify solutions to improve production efficiency. • Check dimensions of materials to use and assign identifiers to the materials. • Review and analyze specifications, sketches, drawings, ideas, and related data to assess factors affecting component designs and the procedures and instructions to follow. • Modify and revise designs to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce production problems. • Lay out, draw, and reproduce illustrations for reference manuals and technical publications to describe operation and maintenance of mechanical systems. • Measure factors that affect installation and arrangement of equipment, such as distances spanned by wire and cable. • Prepare and interpret specifications, calculating weights, volumes, and stress factors. • Utilize 3D printer for rapid prototyping of sample parts for testing and evaluation. • Construct prototypes and confirm designs with design and purchasing teams. • Perform physical testing on engineering prototypes. • Ensure components and assemblies adhere to applicable industry and business standards. • Assess all engineering prototypes to determine issues or risks.

  • Pick/Pack at Summit Racing Equipment
    Nov 2015 - Feb 2018 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    • Effectively, accurately and safely processed customers’ orders while following established guidelines for both productivity and accuracy standards • Utilized RF handheld to complete workload and communicate commands with coordinator and runner • Operated various sized forklifts and other warehouse equipment • Mentored and facilitated the development of new hires • Communicated inventory and safety related issues to team leaders and supervisors