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Simon K.

CAD Engineer | Mechanical Engineering Technologist | SolidWorks | ANSYS | Mechanical Design & Simula

Nairobi, Kenya

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15,949 / 137,356

Skill pts: 5

Autodesk Inventor CATIA GIS Part Design SolidWorks

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About

Mechanical Engineering Technologist with strong hands-on experience in 2D/3D CAD modeling, engineering drawings, and manufacturing support. Proficient in SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, and AutoCAD, with basic to intermediate CATIA (Part Design, Assembly) experience delivering design packages, layouts, and fabrication drawings. Experienced in industrial and manufacturing environments, supporting equipment modeling, design verification, and engineering documentation. Well-versed in engineering project support for all stages from concept to detailed design, validation, and production readiness, coupled with strong 3D CAD and FEA skills.
Profound experience in engineering design package production, mechanical layouts, assemblies, drawings, and documentation package construction for client deliverables. Possesses substantial comprehension of design verification and assessment, compliance, and engineering standards through experience with regulated environments. Seeking to contribute as a mechanical engineer in a production engineering and digital engineering environment.

Experience

MECHANICAL DESIGN | ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST RAINWATER PROJECTS · Freelance Jan 2025 – Present 1 yrs 5 mos Australia 1. Developed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and engineering layouts using SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, and AutoCAD.
2. Produced fabrication drawings, engineering layouts, BOMs, and complete mechanical design packages for industrial applications.
3. Conducted structural and thermal FEA simulations using ANSYS to validate mechanical performance and optimize designs.
4. Supported multidisciplinary engineering workflows through technical documentation, design verification, and engineering reporting.
5. Reviewed designs for manufacturability, tolerance, material suitability, and operational performance.
6. Collaborated with clients and engineering teams to resolve technical design issues and support project delivery.
MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGIST (DESIGN VERIFICATION & COMPLIANCE) KENYA BUREAU OF STANDARDS · Full-time Apr 2025 – Apr 2026 1 yrs Kenya 1. Supported engineering design verification and validation (DV&V) activities for mechanical and industrial systems.
2. Conducted technical inspection, testing, and compliance assessment of fabricated mechanical components.
3. Reviewed engineering specifications, including dimensions, tolerances, workmanship, and material conformity.
4. Prepared engineering inspection reports, calibration records, and technical compliance documentation.
5. Worked within regulated engineering and ISO-based quality environments supporting engineering safety and compliance standards

Education

kirinyaga university college Mech Engineering, Plant Design 2019 – 2023

Licenses & Certifications

Mechanical CAD Diploma Certification Kirinyaga University Aug 2019 – Present