Reza K.

Experience

• Counselor Ritex · Freelance May 2024 – Present 2 yrs 4 mos Houston, TX, United States • Optimized mechanical systems and production equipment for manufacturing.
  • Developed hydraulic circuits for machinery control and part clamping.
  • Analyzed fluid dynamics for turbine flow and combustion performance.
  • Supported product development, testing, and process improvements.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to improve quality and reliability.
  • Applied Industrial Engineering to boost supplier production and quality.
• Mechanical Deisgn Engineer RAM Industrial Services · Full-time May 2020 – Mar 2024 3 yrs 10 mos Houston, TX, United States Supported NPI for manufacturability and production integration.
  • Analyzed requirements and managed technical specifications.
  • Optimized CNC programs to reduce production cycle times.
  • Designed manufacturing processes to support new introductions.
  • Streamlined operations to reduce costs via engineering improvements.
  • Facilitated collaboration between engineering and supplier teams.
  • Managed PDM systems to maintain new product BOMs.
  • Resolved production challenges to meet customer specifications.
  • Provided technical sales support for complex cost estimations.
  • Evaluated manufacturability of injection-molded plastic components.
  • Applied Lean analysis to improve quality and process performance.
  • Designed layouts to optimize workflow and production capacity.
  • Created 3D models and assemblies using SolidWorks.
  • Applied GD&T standards to drawings and redesign activities.
• MECHANICAL / ROTATING EQUIPMENT ENGINEER Allied Dynamics Corp · Full-time Aug 2017 – May 2020 2 yrs 9 mos Farmingdale, NY, United States • Commissioned rotating equipment including pumps and turbines for O&G projects.
  • Designed 3D mechanical systems in SolidWorks using PDM and GD&T.
  • Reduced equipment downtime 20% via preventive and predictive maintenance.
  • Ensured API compliance through multidisciplinary team collaboration.
  • Communicated project progress via technical reports and presentations.
  • Optimized rotating machinery to boost reliability and efficiency.
  • Performed FEA on critical components to evaluate stress and failure.
  • Led RCFA and FMEA investigations to reduce recurring failures by 25%.
• LEAD PRODUCT AND PROCESS ENGINEER Webber Motor · Full-time Jun 2010 – Jul 2017 7 yrs 1 mos Germany • Launched machining lines for engine cylinders while resolving CNC issues.
  • Optimized production scheduling and managed manufacturing troubleshooting.
  • Led ISO 9001 implementation within the manufacturing environment.
  • Applied Lean techniques to boost productivity and efficiency.
  • Coordinated NPI and supported structural product improvements.
  • Designed machining processes and managed associated BOM structures.
  • Managed redesign activities and engineering drawings for all products.
  • Developed specialized tooling and fixturing for machining operations.
  • Performed stack-up analysis and 3D design using GD&T standards.
  • Released detailed 2D drawings derived from SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
  • Managed machining programs and supplier RFQ processes.
  • Reduced scrap rates through continuous process improvements.
  • Implemented SPC systems for quality assurance and process monitoring.