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Ryan M.

Design Engineer

Brunswick, United States

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3D modeling for 3D print AutoCAD Injection Molding New Product Development Rapid Prototyping

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About

I’m a mechanical design engineer with over 10 years of experience specializing in CAD modeling, product development, and prototyping. I have extensive expertise using SolidWorks to design functional components and assemblies, with a focus on manufacturability and performance.

My background includes working on illuminated assemblies, custom mechanical parts, and 3D printed prototypes. I’m comfortable taking projects from concept to production and thrive in solving complex design challenges.

Whether you need precise technical drawings, design for injection molding, or innovative mechanical solutions, I can help deliver high-quality results tailored to your needs.

Experience

CAD Design Engineer CCL Design · Full-time Feb 2023 – Present 2 yrs 10 mos Strongsville, OH, United States Designed and developed 3D models, assemblies, fixtures, and tooling for illuminated tread plates in the automotive industry.
Spearheaded the integration of large-format FDM and desktop MSLA 3D printing, enhancing rapid prototyping capabilities. Significantly reducing costs of 3rd party 3D printing services and creating for profit 3D printed components.
Collaborated with assembly plant engineers in Mexico to create and review detailed manufacturing drawings for stamped metal, injection-molded parts, adhesives, and lighting components.
Assembled and evaluated prototypes and first-off-tool parts, ensuring design intent and manufacturability.
Specified and sourced materials and components for product development, balancing cost and performance requirements.
Provided technical support to production teams, troubleshooting design and assembly challenges to improve efficiency.
Product Support Engineer Komatsu Mining · Full-time Sep 2019 – Feb 2023 3 yrs 5 mos Brooklyn Heights, OH, United States Designed 3D models, assemblies, and technical drawings for OEM and aftermarket mining equipment using SolidWorks.
Conducted GD&T analysis to verify part interchangeability and compliance with engineering standards.
Provided engineering support for manufacturing and supply chain teams, troubleshooting design issues and optimizing production processes.
Assisted in reverse engineering of legacy components, ensuring seamless integration with existing equipment.
Mechanical Engineer Buschman Corporation · Full-time Mar 2018 – Jun 2019 1 yrs 3 mos Cleveland, OH, United States Designed 3D models, assemblies, and tooling for coating and metering rod manufacturing, ensuring precision and manufacturability.
Successfully designed and assembled a custom small scale coating machine and manual Cobb absorption testing device to help customers validate metering rod performance.
Analyzed competitor thread profiles using a contour tracer to make recommendations from the Buschman part catalog and reports for potential customers.
Successfully implemented tools used on the shop floor by collaborating with production to improve manufacturing processes, enhancing product consistency and efficiency.
Mechanical Designer LSP Technologies · Full-time Oct 2015 – Mar 2018 2 yrs 5 mos Dublin, OH, United States Designed 3D models, assemblies and detailed drawings for laser peening systems using SolidWorks.

Specified materials and mechanical and opto-mechanical components to ensure durability and performance in
high-energy laser applications.

Utilized 3D printing for rapid prototyping, reducing design iteration time and improving concept validation.

Conducted pre-assembly inspections, identifying and resolving mechanical flaws before production.

Assisted in the development of custom production tooling and fixtures, optimizing manufacturing efficiency and
precision.

Education

Cleveland State University Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering 2022 – 2022

Other experience

Home Projects I have also designed toys, puzzle boxes, fidgets and cosplay items.

Licenses & Certifications

CWSA - Solidworks Associate Certification D'Assault Systemes Jun 2017 – Present