Travis M.

Experience

• Mechanical Engineer Gavan Graham · Full-time Mar 2025 – Present 9 mos NJ, United States • Mechanical design of low-voltage switchgear systems, engineered to meet UL 891, UL 508, relevant NEMA ratings, and NEC code requirements for safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
  • Spearheaded the company’s transition from AutoCAD 2D to Autodesk Inventor 3D and Autodesk Vault, modernizing design infrastructure and boosting team productivity.
  • Conducted structured technical training across the Engineering Department, mentoring engineers of all experience levels in 3D modeling and digital asset management.
  • Implemented Autodesk Viewer on the shop floor to facilitate real-time access to digital models, enhancing clarity and communication between engineering and manufacturing.
  • Served as project lead for the successful implementation of Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) software, bridging the gap between design output and customer-facing sales tools.
  • Applied Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to validate structural integrity and optimize component designs under real-world loading conditions.
  • Retrofitted outdated switchgear units using 3D photogrammetry to enable accurate reverse engineering and digital documentation of legacy assets.
  • Designed the company logo and produced a brand-aligned commercial, elevating the company’s visual identity and professional presence.
  • Led development of the company’s first seismic-rated low-voltage switchgear, tailored for high-performance use in earthquake-prone environments.
  • Champion of innovation and continuous improvement, integrating emerging tools and techniques to streamline product development and cross-functional alignment
• Mechanical Automation Engineer Nanotronics Imaging · Full-time Mar 2019 – Present 6 yrs 9 mos NY, United States • Designed and developed industrial automated microscopes for the semi-conductor industry for national and international use.
  • Designs often included stepper motors, dc motors, absolute encoders, incremental encoders, bearings, gears, pulley, belts, lead screw, ball screws, machined parts, sheet metal panels, weldments, casters, 8020 Frames, wafer handling robots, load ports, pre-aligners, ionizers, heap-filters, optics, interlocks, vacuum chucks, etc.
  • Designed using 3D Cad software Solid works.
  • Used PDM software to manage database information for solidworks assemblies, parts, drawings etc.
  • Collabarated with several departments within the company including sales, product, software, electrical engineering, purchasing, machine shop and assembly to develop products and manage them.
  • Trained newly added mechanical engineers.
  • Communicated directly and indirectly with customers and vendors.
• CEO and Director of Engineering Wise Engineering Fabrication and Sourcing Group · Full-time Jun 2019 – Mar 2024 4 yrs 9 mos NY, United States • Design and Development of Electro - Mechanical Products for NYCTA, LIRR, Metro North, DEP, FDNY, SCA projects using Autodesk Inventor and Auto-Cad 2D
  • Product design of Electrical Relays, Signal Lighting, Sheet Metal Enclosures, Electrical Panels, Weldments, Fixtures, Brackets etc....
  • Designed & Developed products for UL Testing and Certification.
  • Produce Layouts, Assemblies, Subassemblies and parts using (3D) Autodesk Inventor
  • Documentation of work instructions, ECN's, cut-sheets, part and part definitions for present & future manufacturing and designing purposes while remaining consistent w/ internal and external standards
  • Design products with respect to customer Bid-documentation Customer spec and manufacturability.
  • Communicated with customers on a day to day basis in person and on the phone concerning product design and pricing.
  • Communication with vendors concerning product capabilities & limitations, mechanical features, availability & lead time.
  • Developed and oversaw Manufacturing, Sales, Office and Engineering Staff.
  • Strategized, designed and put in place methods to not only match the competition but lead in both design, quality & Lead Time.
  • Coordinated with the budget to verify figures used to prepare estimates.
  • Conducted site visits to construction sites, DEP Plants, Transit stations to design, and give consultation for electrical runs.
• Mecanical design engineer HEFTI (Habor Electric Fabrication Tool Inc) · Full-time Nov 2014 – Jun 2016 1 yrs 7 mos New Rochelle, NY, United States • Design and Development of Mechanical Products for NYCTA, LIRR, Metro North, DEP, FDNY, etc.
  • Produce Layouts, Assemblies, Subassemblies and parts using (3D) Solidworks
  • Documentation of work instructions, ECN's, cut-sheets, part and part definitions for present & future manufacturing and designing purposes while remaining consistent w/ internal and external standards
  • Design products with respect to customer Bid-documentation Customer spec and manufacturability.
  • Communicated with customers on a day to day basis in person and on the phone concerning product design and pricing.
  • Communication with vendors concerning product capabilities & limitations, mechanical features, availability & lead time.
  • Represented the Office of design at interdepartmental meetings.
  • Lead projects taking responsibility and ownership for the project design solution and its completion.
  • Contribute to initiatives with respect to mechanical standards development and processes.
  • Recommend new policies and procedures on mechanical engineering related subjects.
• Mecanical design engineer Twinco MFG. Co., Inc. · Full-time Feb 2014 – Nov 2014 9 mos Hauppauge, NY, United States • Design and Development for Electro/Mechanical Rail Road Products using Creo Parametric (Pro E) and AutoCAD.
  • Create new part numbers, part definitions and BOM's using PLM software.
  • Documentation of work instructions, ECN's, cut-sheets, part and part definitions for present & future manufacturing and designing purposes while remaining consistent w/ internal and external standards.
  • Create models, assemblies, sheet metal enclosures, cable trays, weldments, train stops and relay bases.
  • Designing using the 3D printer as a manufacturing means.
  • Reverse engineering of electro mechanical devices using Mechanical & Electronic principles. e.g. of tools used calipers, height gauges, ohmmeter etc.
  • Train newly added (engineers) employees the skill of Creo Parametric 2.0 (3D Modeling and Detailing).
  • Communication with customers concerning the product request.
  • Communication with vendors concerning product capabilities & limitations, mechanical features, availability & lead time.
  • Trouble-shooting customer & engineering concerns, e.g. Research & Development of methods to produce a least porous gaskets & silicon nozzle.
  • Testing of new compounds for the development of silicone nozzles & gaskets.
  • Trouble-shooting production problems in Assembly, Fabrication, Stamping & CNC departments.