Resume
Manufacturing-minded Mechanical Engineer focused on reliability, throughput, and cost-effective design.
Professional Summary
Hands-on engineer with a bias for manufacturable design and measurable outcomes. Strengths in tooling/fixtures (DFM/DFA), lean process improvement, and automation using Python + Power BI—supported by disciplined CAD/CAE practice (SOLIDWORKS, AutoCAD, Siemens NX).
Core Competencies
- Tooling & Fixture Design (DFM/DFA)
- CAD/CAE/CAM — SOLIDWORKS (CSWA), CATIA 3DX, AutoCAD (2D/3D), Siemens NX, Fusion 360, MasterCAM
- Python, C++; MATLAB / Simulink; Power BI; MS Project
- ERP & Documentation — SAP (BOM/ECN), fabrication drawings, ECN control
- Process & Throughput Optimization — Lean, DMAIC
- Quality & Reliability — GD&T, PFMEA, PPAP/FAI exposure
- Mechatronics & Controls — sensors, PWM/servo, PID tuning
- Safety & Compliance — OSHA-10; standards awareness (ASME)
Selected Engineering Projects
Design & Fabrication of Race Tricycle — 1st Place (Acadiana 500)
- 3D CAD + FEA of 4130/1018 frame; achieved FOS 2.2 within weight targets.
- DFM/DFA changes to TIG/CNC flow cut assembly time 25% and simplified reassembly.
- PFMEA addressed weld-fatigue risk; revised bushings, gussets, and weld-prep tolerances.
- Machined axle, bushings, and seat insert to ±0.005″.
- Reused MTB components to reduce BOM cost 60%; total budget $211.94.
Multi-Sensor Payload System (UAV)
- Arduino + C++/Python logic for auto-release using temperature/range; integrated on UAV platform.
- Tuned IMU & thermistor; verified sensor-fusion diagnostics; isolated power rails to prevent resets.
- Deployed servo/buzzer triggers; authored fabrication drawings and assembly documentation.
Autonomous Rescue Robot — 1st in Design
- Led mechanical design & Python integration from concept to field testing.
- Built boom with actuator + solenoid hook; tuned stepper PID to reduce overshoot.
- Placed 1st in judged design; 10th live due to early collision.
Field & Industry Experience
Safelite AutoGlass — Auto Glass Technician
- Replaced 2,600+ windshields with ~98% QA/QC pass rate; calibrated 1,500+ ADAS systems to OEM specs.
- Cut cycle time ~15% by redesigning tool workflow and layout.
- Reduced rework through adherence to OEM procedures and continuous improvement.
Ernest P. Breaux Electrical — Electrician / Operator
- Installed MV/LV systems for a 34.5 kV yard; completed ground grid and ~800 ft of conduit/tray routing.
- Assembled mechanical/electrical components with QC adjustments to meet install deadlines.
- Logged up-time and supported MOC / PSSR / JSA documentation.
Guy Thibodeaux Air Conditioning — HVAC Installer
- Installed HVAC systems across 25+ jobs: ductwork, brazed copper lines, thermostats, and electrical tie-ins.
- Charged refrigerants; balanced airflow and performed start-up checks.
Chicago Bridge & Iron (CB&I) — Instrument Man / Rodman
- Surveyed 500+ equipment pads and compressor foundations to ±1/16″ using total stations & GPS.
- Delivered as-builts; verified anchor bolt layouts to meet vibration/performance specs.
Triad Electric & Controls — Electrical Apprentice
- Installed ~8,000 ft of conduit; wired 100+ control panels with ~98% QC pass rate.
- Interpreted electrical drawings; performed terminations and NEC-compliant tie-ins.
- Supported shutdowns, LOTO, and turnarounds during plant outages.
Education
- B.S. Mechanical Engineering — University of Louisiana at Lafayette (Minor in Mathematics), May 2025.
- UCL London — Energy Systems & Sustainability; Evolution of Engineering Design, Summer 2024.
Continuous Development
- FE Mechanical: Oct 2025 (scheduled)
- CSWP (SOLIDWORKS Professional): Sept 2025
- OSHA PSM: Aug 2025
Certifications (selected)
- Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSC)
- CSWA — SOLIDWORKS
- ASME B31.12: Hydrogen Piping & Pipelines (Intro + Advanced)
- ASME BPVC Sec V: NDE (overview), GD&T
- PCAP — Programming Essentials in Python (OpenEDG)
- SAP MM fundamentals
- Power BI coursework
- OSHA 10-Hour
Full listing: Certifications & Training.
Technical Toolbox
- SOLIDWORKS, AutoCAD, Siemens NX; FEA/CFD; Simulink
- Python, C++, MATLAB; mechatronics & mechanisms
- DFMA, PFMEA, GD&T; fabrication drawings
- SAP/BOM, P&ID, JSA; Lean/DMAIC
- MasterCAM, CNC; shop safety & QA/QC
- Power BI dashboards; process monitoring
Professional Memberships & Involvement
- ASME — American Society of Mechanical Engineers
- SME — Society of Manufacturing Engineers
- LES — Louisiana Engineering Society
- ASTM — American Society for Testing and Materials
- College of Engineering — S.A. Ambassador (ULL)