SKILLS
Machining and Manufacturing Skills
- CAD/CAM for design and integration of tooling fixtures, assemblies, and creation of detail component drawings
- Geometric Dimensions and Tolerancing, including tolerance stack-up and inspection instrumentation and techniques
- Metallurgic knowledge of assorted alloys of steel, aluminum, titanium, and aerospace-grade high-nickel alloys
- Familiarity with Mil-Spec metal treatment and finishing specifications including heat treatment, anodizing, and passivation
- 3D printing using Dimension Elite dual-filament printer for preliminary process design and validation
- Component fabrication using Bridgeport vertical milling machine, Acer lathe, and/or other assorted industrial machines
Computer Skills
- Certified SolidWorks Professional with 7+ years experience
- 1 year experience with DriveWorks for automation of SolidWorks tasks
- Programming in Python (v3.x) to automate routine tasks and create robust computation engines
- Extensive experience with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, and Project
WORK EXPERIENCE
Greene tweed
Manufacturing engineer II
Greene Tweed is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance elastomers, thermoplastics, composites, and engineered components that can withstand harsh conditions, such as extreme temperatures, pressures, and corrosion.
- Design molds, fixtures, and tooling for compression molding processes of plastics and elastomers with 97% quality rating
- Lead technical tooling authority in “Design for Manufacture” meetings to communicate any product design requirements that pertain to robust tool design and defect-free build process
- Act as Lead Tooling Engineer for “Factory of the Future” automation initiative
- Tooling Department representative in Greene Tweed Safety Committee, helping to ensure safe manufacturing practices are maintained throughout the plant
- Trained Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt; helps to identify waste and opportunities for cost savings or increased throughput
United Safety & Survivability Corporation
MANufacturing engineer
USSC Group is a global leader in the commercial and military seating industry that designs and engineers world-class safety, survivability and technology products for commercial and military transportation vehicles.
- Developed and implemented process control techniques, procedures, and tooling into environments that manufacture passenger seating, fire suppression technologies, and other embedded safety systems with Quality team support
- Designed and fabricated machine tools for increased operator safety, process repeatability, and reduced cycle time
- Assisted in managing new product line set-up, ensuring all processes are followed, and continually revised for optimal efficiency
- Analyzed material supply options and support sourcing initiatives; provided strategic input to the make vs. buy process
- Researched and applied additional resources and best technologies for other complex Kaizen solutions
- Conducted time studies and established general manufacturing targets and routings
- Provided engineering support in production and development teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems on complex projects
ARCH Global Precision
Process Engineer
ARCH Global Precision (now Align Precision) is a nationwide tight-tolerance manufacturer serving leading OEMs in aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and evolving high-tech industries.
- Designed manufacturing processes to optimize production in an AS9100-certified precision machine shop
- Oversaw development projects worth over $1M for Tier I aerospace and defense contractors while maintaining a Supplier Quality Rating of over 95%
- Managed production lots incorporating 3- and 5-axis CNC milling, turning, cylindrical and surface grinding, jig grinding, and EDM among other machining technologies
- Prepared cost estimates factoring raw material selection, subcontract operations, and time constraints
- Interfaced with design engineers and developed effective relationships with our customers and suppliers
- Jade Safety Committee – Engineering Chair
Tired Hands Brewing Company
Logistics and Distribution Manager
Tired Hands Brewing Company is a Philadelphia area brewery and restaurant that values sustainable practices and locally-sourced ingredients.
- Orchestrated distribution logistics for a rapidly growing independent brewery, with focus on route efficiency and warehouse management
- Controlled inventory levels for dry goods and finished product by conducting physical counts and reconciling with brewery management software
- Developed and deployed a data-driven system for tracking cooperage throughout distribution network
- Implemented new tools and strategies to advance the capability and reliability of my department, including requesting additional responsibilities and resources as company grows
Bimbo Bakeries USA
Process Improvement Engineer
Drexel UNiversity Coop
- Developed and implemented studies focused on process optimization and waste mitigation
- Analyzed collected data using MiniTab to identify opportunities for waste reduction or cost savings
- Communicated with line workers to gain insight into all mechanical issues for expedited troubleshooting
Boeing Defense, Space & Security
Mechanical Drafter
Drexel university Co-op
- Developed electrical detail, assembly, and installation designs for the V-22 Osprey VTOL aircraft
- Collaborated with engineers to gather wire specifications on-site at a Boeing manufacturing plant
- Developed and implemented a policies-and-procedures manual for training new hires
- Worked as part of a team to model over 1,200 wiring components and routing harnesses
MARS, Inc.
Associate Operations Engineer
Assistant Project Manager
Drexel Co-oP
- Designed and deployed plans for consistency of grind during installation of industrial coffee grinder; maintained 94% particle size accuracy; created procedure for ongoing refinement
- Developed and utilized graphical analysis programs for analysis of grind particle size data
- Operated factory equipment, drafted relevant project documents and illustrations, supervised sample collection, and acted as liaison to third-party companies
MEMBERSHIPS AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Certified ITAR and Export Compliance ProfessionalMember ASME – PENDING
- Certified SolidWorks Professional – PENDING
EDUCATION
BS in Mechanical Engineering – Concentration in Aerospace Engineering
Drexel University – Philadelphia, PA