About
Highly accomplished CAD professional with over 30 years of progressive experience in drafting, design, and technical instruction across manufacturing, AEC, and educational sectors. Recognized AutoCAD Subject Matter Expert (SME) and prolific freelance technical writer for leading industry platforms. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, optimize workflows, and deliver personalized instruction in complex design software and emerging technologies, including 2D/3D CAD, BIM, 3D printing, 3D scanning, AR, and VR.
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Experience
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Adjunct Instructor, Design & Drafting Technology
Southeast Community College · Part-time
May 2025 –
Present
7 mos
Milford, NE, United States
Responsible for instructing students in various courses in a classroom, online, and laboratory setting. Courses include Design Drafting Concepts, Basic Computer Aided Drafting, 3-D Solid Modeling, Architectural Design, Principles & Materials of Construction, Architectural Planning, Building Structures, Building Systems, Structural Steel Design, Commercial Construction, Topographic/Civil Drafting. Develop course objectives, implement teaching strategies, advise students, monitor and evaluate student progress, keep course information current to industry needs, and track industry trends.
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CAD Technician, AutoCAD SME, and Freelance Writer
Double JJ Services · Freelance
Jan 2013 –
Present
12 yrs 11 mos
Lincoln, NE, United States
Utilize AutoCAD and other design software to create, modify, and finalize technical drawings and blueprints for AEC and manufacturing projects, ensuring adherence to industry standards and client specifications. Collaborate closely with engineers, architects, and project managers to translate conceptual designs and redline markups into accurate and detailed technical documentation. Recognized AutoCAD Subject Matter Expert (SME) and technical writer for leading educational platforms, Penn Foster and NCCER. Extensive freelance writing portfolio with publications in EngineersRule.com, TenLinks, CADdigest, ENGtechnica, engineering.com, and more.
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Manager of CAD Services
CapStone Technologies · Full-time
Jul 2002 –
Mar 2025
22 yrs 8 mos
Lincoln, NE, United States
Accomplished CAD Manager with over 30 years of progressive experience in drafting and design, spanning both manufacturing and construction industries. Possess deep expertise in 2D/3D CAD, Building Information Modeling (BIM), 3D printing, and 3D scanning, along with a strong grasp of Augmented and Virtual Reality and other emerging technologies. Demonstrated success in leading and developing high-performing teams, optimizing complex workflows, and significantly improving project efficiency.
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Manager of CAD Services
Advanced Technical Services · Full-time
Jul 1995 –
Jan 2002
6 yrs 6 mos
Lincoln, NE, United States
Oversee planning and execution of all assigned drafting and design projects. Specific duties include developing, implementing and enforcing CAD standards, managing inventory of CADD software and systems, training drafters and support staff, developing project and training budgets, and scheduling project completion deadlines. Provide support to the drafting and design team by assisting in prioritizing and managing workloads.
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CADD Technician
Heritage Homes · Full-time
Jul 1994 –
Jul 1995
1 yrs
Wayne, NE, United States
Performed architectural drafting and detailing to produce both construction drawings for the manufacturing department and presentation material for the sales department.
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Computer Aided Drafting Technician
Great Dane Trailers · Full-time
Jul 1993 –
Jul 1994
1 yrs
Wayne, NE, United States
General drafting and design tasks for Senior Engineers. Ran batch CAD Translation Programs and performed clean up on translated files.
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CAD Drafter
Broyhill Manufacturing · Full-time
Jul 1992 –
Jul 1993
1 yrs
Dakota City, NE, United States
Worked directly with the Engineering Department to create prototypes, handle drawing revisions & create shop drawings & BOMS.
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Drafting Intern
IBP · Full-time
Jul 1991 –
Jul 1992
1 yrs
Dakota City, NE, United States
Worked directly for the Senior Engineering Staff, performing general drafting and office tasks.
Education
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Wayne State College
Bachelor of Applied Science, Industrial Technology - Design Drafting
1990 – 1995
Other experience
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Adjunct Instructor, Design & Drafting Technology
Responsible for instructing students in various courses in a classroom, online, and laboratory setting. Courses include Design Drafting Concepts, Basic Computer Aided Drafting, 3-D Solid Modeling, Architectural Design, Principles & Materials of Construction, Architectural Planning, Building Structures, Building Systems, Structural Steel Design, Commercial Construction, Topographic/Civil Drafting. Develop course objectives, implement teaching strategies, advise students, monitor and evaluate student progress, keep course information current to industry needs, and track industry trends.