Brian L.

Experience

• CAD Techinican Kemlee Mfg · Full-time Nov 2024 – Present 1 yrs 7 mos Galena, KS, United States tables, sinks, and specialized food-service units.
  • Successfully completed high-profile projects for national accounts including Dutch Bros Coffee, Torchy’s Tacos, and various educational institutions.
  • Ensured all designs met stringent sanitary and health standards required for commercial food service environments.
  • Optimized sheet metal and weldment designs in SOLIDWORKS to streamline fabrication and assembly processes.
• Product Designer / Drafter Mars Petcare US · Full-time Jan 2023 – Present 3 yrs 5 mos Galena, KS, United States • Designed pet-food extrusion equipment using SOLIDWORKS and AutoCAD.
  • Produced detailed fabrication drawings.
  • Managed PDM Enterprise revision control.
• Lead Designer & Fabricator (Owner/Operator) BL Squared LLC · Self-employed Jan 2023 – Present 3 yrs 5 mos Liberty, MO, United States • Lead full-cycle mechanical design projects from concept development through fabrication, producing complete 3D assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and BOMs.
  • Program and operate CNC plasma cutting systems, utilizing nesting optimization to reduce material waste.
  • Provide expert-level welding (MIG/TIG) for custom projects, ensuring structural integrity and precise adherence to design specifications.
  • Bridge the gap between engineering and production by applying hands-on fabrication knowledge to CAD/CAM workflows