United States
Innovative and creative engineer with experience in the areas of mechanical, design, and systems engineering. Trained to research, plan, develop, and maintain products and systems. Strong working knowledge of life-cycle project planning. Experience with developing and maintaining engineering drawings, requirements, and manufacturing processes. Knowledge of Requirement Identification, Traceability, and Validation/Verification Professional Strengths & Competencies Mechanical Engineering | Systems Engineering | Earn Value Management | Engineering Management | Risk Management Continuous Improvement | Six Sigma | Problem Solving |System Modeling | Design & Testing | Requirements Management Experience Risk Manager • Served as Risk Manager tasked with maintaining the program risk database • Worked with cross functional teams to proactively identify and track program risks and opportunities • Continuous Interaction with the customer through Risk Board Meetings, Program Reviews, and Risk Reports • Assisted Program Management with monitoring cost and schedule impacts to the program Requirements Lead • Supported system and subsystem performance specification updates and DOORS management • Interacted with the customer to address concerns and update specs as needed. • Lead requirement verification efforts and FCA events at the subcomponent and system level
ASSOCIATE DESIGN ENGINEER - PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT (July - December 2015) Served as a participant in the Engineering Rotational Development Program; worked in the Work Tools and Excavation Division as an Associate Design Engineer. Used Creo, HVC, and Mach1 systems on a regular basis; performed various engineering activities to meet design constraints, manufacturing constraints, market conditions, and customer concerns. Key Accomplishments: - Recognized as Six Sigma Yellow Belt. - Learned eDaq & Dewesoft software - Performed data analysis for On Machine Stress Analysis tests on hydraulic hammer components - Served as team lead in performing tests on undercarriage components of large excavators - Performed “torque and turn” tests and “turns after hand tight” tests - Measured & ensure proper installation of different bolts DESIGN ENGINEER INTERN (Summer 2014) Worked as a design engineer to design and test products. Worked mainly with Creo to design various parts and have them machined in order for tests. Performed physical tests on Caterpillar products including hydraulic hammers and shears using Data Acquisitioning tools and software. Worked in a team environment alongside fellow Engineers to examine problems and design new concepts. Key Accomplishments: - Performed multiple tests on hydraulic hammers measuring hose flow rate and hammer vibration. - Learned and operated different Caterpillar machines and hydraulic hammers.