Principal Mechanical Engineer III - Duravant - QC Industries - Cincinnati, Ohio
(2021-09 - 2026-06)
- Analyzed and engineered custom conveyor projects using SolidWorks & Solid Edge 3D Modeling software.
- Created and revised project drawings as required.
- Designed and produced necessary drawings to manufacture automated and conveying equipment.
- Planned and directed major technical phases of projects by executing the technical direction and coaching engineers and technical support staff. Planned, organized, and implemented design projects from initial concept to testing.
- Performed all phases of the engineering product development lifecycle from feasibility, validation, and production.
- Worked closely with Manufacturing and Quality to identify and resolve design issues via various troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques.
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - ETHICON-J&J (Medical devices) (Real Staffing) - Cincinnati, Ohio
(2021-01 - 2021-09)
Contract position
- Performed Tolerance stack-up calculations and vector diagrams to ensure the Endo cutter stapling instrument-Robot Bailout design will work properly.
- CAD modeling, calculations, prototyping, testing, analyzing, and proposing improvements to design.
Equipment Development Engineer - ETHICON-J&J (Medical devices) (Insight Global) - Cincinnati, Ohio
(2020-01 - 2021-01)
Contract position
- Performed Medical Equipment Requirement Review and Gage R&R (repeatability studies).
- Developed machine test methods, and equipment characterizations.
- Utilized PTC Wind-chill PLM software to manage information about product development and manufacturing process.
- Conducted Root cause analysis, 5 why, 8D, Risk analysis including use of FMEA, Process FMEAs and Process Validations (IQ, OQ, PQ).
- Conducted test executions, Requirements Traceability, IEC 62304 Testing Standards-Verification & Validation, ISO 13485 Quality Management, and ISO 14971 Risk Management.
- Appropriately documented experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports.
- Worked with Product Development to ensure Design for Manufacturability and safety.
- Worked with quality & design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation.
Senior Design Engineer - MiQ Partners-TSS Automation - West Chester, Ohio
(2019-03 - 2020-01)
- Designed custom automation systems tailored to address challenging requirements from concept to end product.
- Developed solutions to complex physical activities by using robots to perform multiple tasks automatically or with guidance and sensory feedback.
- Provided Medical and Aerospace customers total automation solutions.
- Worked on automating the assembly of the enFuse wearable infusion medical device, which is designed to enable subcutaneous self-administration of high-volume therapeutics outside of a health facility.
- Qualified multiple OEM subsystems and brought them together into a processing line or single machine.
- Led development, design, and the validation of existing & start up manufacturing & assembly operations that meet objectives for product quality requirements, cost & performance.
Senior Design Engineer - Schneider Electric- (Radiant Systems) - Dayton, Ohio
(2018-03 - 2019-02)
Contract position
- Developed or specified mechanical design tooling for the manufacturing of industrial ultrasonic sensors.
- Created, evaluated and validated alternatives for optimum designs of manufacturing / assembly systems.
- Recommended tooling design changes and/or modifications for Product Development Processes for improvements to the Sensors Product Portfolio.
- Drove tooling and process validation: Qualification plan + Capability (Cp, Cpk, & Gage R&R)
- Participated in or led design, specification, and analysis for industrialization projects.
- Acted as technical consultant & engineering specialist for anyone who needs industrialization assistance.
Senior Manufacturing Design Engineer - DRT Power Systems (Medical & Aerospace) - West Chester, Ohio
(2017-07 - 2018-01)
- Designed and procured necessary tooling and fixturing for Medical & Aerospace parts within budgets
- Drove the start-up of relocated product to a new location and purchased new turning and milling equipment
- Developed and maintained manufacturing methods, created process routings and operation sheets.
- Performed Risk Management to provide a repeatable process for balancing cost, schedule, and performance goals within program funding.
- Managed three projects and assigned teams to tackle different issues to improve processes.
- Drove Process Improvement / Cycle Reduction initiatives and drove productivity improvements
- Supported the quality function through integration of ISO/quality documentation
- Led high impact process and quality improvement projects yielding significant reduction in defects and increased productivity in the Cell
- Utilized lean manufacturing principles and participated in action workouts to improve process capability, reduce overall costs, and increase capacity
Senior Tool Design Engineer - NUVASIVE (Medical devices) - (Evanston) - Dayton, Ohio
(2016-12 - 2017-06)
Contract position
- Designed cutting-edge Medical products for back, neck, and spine surgeries.
- Interfaced with Quality Engineering to determine critical manufacturing process and control characteristics.
- Provided problem solving guidance to technicians to solve mechanical problems of CNC machines and designed tools and part fixtures for the CNC machines for precision machining.
- Performed product/process analysis and troubleshooting for cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiency. Executed the Engineering Change Process for process updates and improvements.
- Designed, developed, tested, sourced, and cost-justified various tools, machinery, and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
- Supported process validation by working with validation engineers to clarify methods, inputs, and outputs of processes or equipment.
- Participated in NCMR Process in containment, root cause analysis, and implementation of permanent corrective actions.
Mechanical Design Engineer - ETHICON-J&J (Medical devices) (Analysis Express) - Cincinnati, Ohio
(2016-05 - 2016-11)
Contract position
- Developed and utilized free body diagrams, 3D CAD models, FMEAs, GD&T, Tolerance Analysis, and FEA.
- Provided innovative, functional, cost effective & validated product designs including surgical staplers.
- Addressed customers complaints, evaluated returned components, designed improved wider shape staple pockets and new Medical devices part fixtures for testing purposes using Abacus finite element software.
- Developed new test methods and performed part testing, 5 why & root cause analysis in the R & D Laboratory.
Mechanical Design Project Engineer - GENERAL ELECTRIC -TDI (BELCAN) - Dayton, Ohio
(2015-07 - 2016-04)
Contract position
- Participated in the design, analysis, and test elements of assigned tasks (Bearings, Mechanical Seals, Sprag clutch, ect) using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, and procedures while fulfilling product / program quality and delivery requirements.
- Utilized technical aptitude to complete assigned AirTurbo Jet Engine Starters design tasks.
- Provided timely communications on significant issues or developments, evaluated returned components, addressed customers complaints, and participated in preparation of technical and program reviews.
- Interacted with suppliers to evaluate/verify integrity of proposed designs of components required.
Lead Design Engineer - GENERAL ELECTRIC (Aviation) - Cincinnati, Ohio
(2012-05 - 2015-07)
- Created definitions of Aircraft Engine parts and assemblies in the form of 2D cross sections, 3D models, and tolerance stack-ups.
- Created CAD models in a linked model environment using UG Assemblies and Components functionality, as well as checked, validated, and issued UG master models and associated drawings.
- Generated Drawing Signature Record forms and Created sketches for eCID.
- Worked within the guidelines of applicable General Electric Policies & Procedures, Engineering Standards, Product Definition Operating Procedures, Specifications, and special security requirements. (Worked on GE90, GE115, LEAP1B, F110, LM6000, and LMS100 engine parts).
- Concurrently managed multiple projects and ensured schedule requirements are met.
Project Mechanical Engineer - BULLEN SEMICONDUCTOR - Eaton, Ohio
(2006-01 - 2012-04)
- Provided problem solving guidance to technicians to solve mechanical problems of Ultra Sonic, CNC, Wire saw, Lapping, Polishing and EDM machines.
- Applied engineering principals and theory to develop safe, innovative, and robust products.
- Designed electromechanical and manual devices to improve work efficiency and reduce cost & waste.
- Designed bonding and cleaning fixtures for silicon segments, rings, and electrodes.
- Designed PVDF and UHMW rotating racks for acid etching using Inventor 3D CAD software.
Staff / Reliability Engineer - Work Group Manager - MILLER BREWING COMPANY - Trenton, Ohio
(2002-06 - 2005-12)
- Analyzed operational problems of high-speed machinery and applied engineering methods and principles to recommend and implement courses of action commensurate with operational needs.
- Monitored high-speed machinery using EIT to enhance the PM program.
- Reduced equipment downtime by using the powerful tool Maximo which helped automate all aspects of maintenance operations, including equipment history, scheduling, preventive maintenance, work orders, labor and expense tracking, procurement, and reporting.
- Trained technicians on the importance of maintenance metrics and how to use them.
- Developed, designed, and coordinated projects of a multi-disciplined nature from conception to completion. Managed 40 maintenance technicians.
- Provided problem solving guidance, implementation expertise and leadership to technicians.
- Tracked maintenance trending and developed plans for improvement.
- Directed and participated in "Root Cause Analysis", "5 why", and "Reliability Centered Maintenance".
- Performed "scrap reduction" techniques and budget management duties.
Project Engineer - RANSOHOFF COMPANY - Cincinnati, Ohio
(1991 - 2002)
- Designed industrial cleaning and finishing machinery for automotive companies including Monorail, Conveyor, Rotary Table, and High Pressure Deburr Washers.
- Used AutoCAD and Solid Works software for designing and detailing.
- Performed "Design of Experiments" and "F.M.E.A" techniques.
- Conducted and supervised assignments involving multiple projects. Duties included all aspects of projects coordination. Specification, designing, detailing, customer interfacing, and sales-manufacturing liaison.
