Tolu A.
Mechanical engineering professional with extensive design and documentation experience
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A passionate, flexible and energetic professional with 15 years of diverse experience including project based, technical, and leadership roles. Quick to learn new skills and a strong, strategic executer. With experience spanning from oil and gas equipment to vehicle design, I have a diverse set of skill, knowledge, and adaptability to be able to get up to speed quickly and be a valuable asset for a wide range of projects.
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Experience
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Owner
ETA Design · Self-employed
Apr 2022 –
Present
4 yrs 2 mos
Victoria, BC, Canada
Creating 3D models, drawing and documentation for manufacturing. From simple shapes, structures and components, to complex integrated systems.
Design consulting to support taking your ideas from concept to creation.
Reverse engineering for parts or assemblies that are missing documentation.
Turning blueprints into 3D rendering for interior design. - Lead Engineer John Deere Hitachi Specialty Products · Full-time Dec 2017 – Jul 2021 3 yrs 7 mos Langley, BC, Canada Built and supervised a team of engineers to expand the current product support program (see previous role)
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Current Product Specialist
John Deere Hitachi Specialty Products · Full-time
Jan 2014 –
Dec 2017
3 yrs 11 mos
Langley, BC, Canada
Coordinated and participated in field response team to monitor and provide support for early issues after new product launch.
Initiated and managed projects to determine root cause, and implement appropriate solutions for product issues and improving company KPIs.
Supported dealers and technical assistance center in troubleshooting product issues and customer complaints, including on site support when needed.
Visited customers to better understand application, receive product feedback, and identify new opportunities for improvements.
Create, validate and implement new designs and updates for product improvements.
Supported factory troubleshooting for machine issues encountered during build including structural, hydraulic, and electrical.
Created documentation including standard operating procedures, design guidelines, repair procedures, and new hire training material. -
Product Development Designer
John Deere Hitachi Specialty Products · Full-time
Sep 2011 –
Jan 2014
2 yrs 4 mos
Langley, BC, Canada
Designed, modeled and created fabrication drawings for new components and systems for various areas of vehicle including sheet metal, major structures, hydraulic, and aux systems for diesel engines.
Integrated existing systems and technology into new vehicles - Design Engineer (EIT) Lee Specialtiies · Full-time May 2011 – Jul 2012 1 yrs 2 mos Red Deer, AB, Canada Created and updated models and drawings for manufacturing various skids and pressure gear, while providing technical support for fabrication
Education
- University of Calgary BSc, MECHANICAL ENGINEERING 2007 – 2011
Licenses & Certifications
- P.Eng EGBC Jan 2017 – Present See credential
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Joined: February 7, 2022
Last seen: June 11, 2026
Area of Expertise
General CAD Drafting
Engineering Design
Mechanical Engineering
CAD Drawing Services
2D to 3D Conversion Services
Reverse Engineering
FEA Finite Element Analysis
Fabrication Drawings Services
Design Engineering Services
2D CAD Drafting Services
Assembly Drawing Services
Prototype Design Engineering
Contract Drafting Services
CAD Drafting Services
CAD Drawing Standardization
2D CAD Design Services
Manufacturing Drawings
CAD Redrafting and Conversion Services
Mechanical Drawing Services
Drafting and Design Services
Languages
English Full professional proficiency
Location
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada