Danny Vanegas

Highly analytical, performance-driven engineering professional with 16 years of experience creating innovative, cost-efficient designs. Expertise in new concept development, reverse engineering, simulation, and validation in applied research. Broad knowledge in alternative manufacturing industry including repeated success developing prototypes that improve marketability for previously unfeasible technologies.

Superior problem-solving and time-management abilities, team spirit with effective communication and presentation skills.

Process/Production Systems Designer II - Dennis Group - Duluth, GA

(2023-01)

• Involve in the layout process and utility equipment in 2D equipment arrangements, creating Process Mechanical drawings using the 2D AutoCAD, 3D modeling of process and utility equipment generated parts and assembly models.
• Oversee the creation of P&ID's and full 3D design process and utility piping systems per P&ID's.
• Gather and organize information for developing design drawings; visit client sites as needed to understand existing equipment arrangements and piping systems.

Design Engineer - Wika Instruments - Lawrenceville, GA

(2017-01 - 2023-12)

• Utilized Pro-E CREO, Solidworks 2018, AutoCAD 2018 to design manufacturing parts and assembly structured components.
• Generated parts and assembly models, devise enclosed packaging design to meet machining requirements.
• Provided drawings utilizing GDT ASME Y14.5 standards, engineering notes, redlines, and engineering library.

Product Design Engineer (TC Business Unit) - ZF Industries - Gainesville, GA

(2011-01 - 2017-12)

• Perform preliminary and advanced work in development of new product designs, making revisions to size, shape, and arrangement of parts to create a practical design.
• Provide FEA & RFP design's in developing suspension and steering component designs as well as axle systems.
• Make adjustments as necessary to produce product within specifications, Comply with all ISO TS16949 policies and procedures.

Bachelor's Degree of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology - Kennesaw State University (2011-01 - 2013-12) Kennesaw, GA

Associates Degree of Science - Engineering - University of North Georgia (2009-01 - 2011-12)

Associates Degree of Science - Computer Drafting & Design Technology - Lanier Technical College (2006-01 - 2008-12)