Innovative and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer and CAD Designer with 15+ years of experience in product design, mechanical drafting, and manufacturing optimization. Proficient in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and mechanical system modeling, with a strong foundation in GD&T, FEA, and DFM principles. Experienced in designing mechanical components, sheet metal parts, and assemblies across diverse industries including consumer products, automotive, and industrial systems. Adept at translating concepts into manufacturable designs while ensuring performance, cost-efficiency, and reliability.
Core Competencies
3D & 2D CAD Design (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor)
Mechanical Systems Design & Analysis
Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
Product Development & Prototyping
Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
Sheet Metal & Weldment Design
Assembly & BOM Documentation
Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis (GD&T)
Thermal & Structural Simulation
Technical Drawings & Documentation
Rapid Prototyping / 3D Printing
Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams
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Software Proficiency
3D CAD: SolidWorks (Advanced), Autodesk Inventor, Fusion 360
2D Drafting: AutoCAD, DraftSight
Simulation: SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS, COMSOL
PDM/PLM: SolidWorks PDM, Autodesk Vault
Other Tools: MS Office Suite, MATLAB, KeyShot (for rendering)
Certifications
Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP)
AutoCAD Professional Certification
GD&T Fundamentals (ASME Y14.5)
FEA/CFD Analysis Training (optional if applicable)
Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this poster.