GarrettO

Experience

• Mechanical Design Engineer Diversified Machine Systems · Full-time Aug 2023 – Present 8 mos Colorado Springs, CO, United States • Designed functional and critical components for large-scale three and five-axis CNC machines.
  
  • Utilized SolidWorks configurations, design tables, and parameters to streamline design efficiency.
  
  • Created parts and assemblies using weldments, sheet metal, and standard design processes.
  
  • Performed hand calculations for various loads, forces, and
  dimensions.
  
  • Assembled components using the proper mates to represent
  accurate and realistic movement/constraints.
  
  • Performed machine evaluations of the assembly files to double and triple-check for mistakes, errors, and overall coherency of the assemblies.
  
  • Utilized GD&T on drawings to make functional parts that require minimal tuning and provide a clear set of guidelines for the manufacturers and assemblers.
  
  • Provided ideas and concepts on the development of an
  organizational system to keep all parts and files properly labeled and easily accessible across all machine formats.
  
  • Communicated with machinists, welders, and assemblers on possible improvements to the designs for increased efficiency and ease of assembling.
  
  • Gave valuable insight to other engineers about GD&T and the
  various effects of misusing proper engineering documentation, such as the key differences between ordinate and linear dimensions.
  
  • Coordinated processes and engineering-change-orders with sales and manufacturing for seamless modifications.
• Design/Manufacturing Engineer Equine Digit Support System · Full-time Aug 2020 – Aug 2023 3 yrs Penrose, CO, United States • Designed and produced prototypes for a variety of polymer, composite, and aluminum horseshoes.
  • Designed and produced training hoof models for a non-profit organization.
  • Conceptualized and designed various products using steel, aluminum, and multi-material composites.
  • Worked closely with superiors and customers to achieve quality products and tools.
  • Increased production efficiency by 45% through optimization of toolpaths, work holding setups, and material preparation in CNC operations.
  • Designed and created a functional machine to increase efficiency of a product by reducing the time and difficulty of labor involved.
  • Three years of additive manufacturing experience.