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Dedicated mechanical design engineer with a commitment to creating innovative design solutions while working within budget and time constraints. Performs all tasks with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Experience working as part of a team through entire design cycles from concept generation and prototyping to mass production. Creative thinker with a desire to always find a better solution while considering all potential consequences of design decisions.

Experience
Independent Contractor

May 2019 - Present

Eric Little - Mechanical Product Designer

  • Responsible for designing the optical module for a security camera. Designed impact-resistant, sealed enclosure with high precision parts to integrate sensitive optical and electrical components. Minimized production time and reduced opportunity for error through the creation of an innovative assembly method requiring only a single assembly station. 

  • Created a complex 3D model of a custom guitar body.

  • Provided DFM (Design for Manufacturing) support for compression molded rubber parts.

  • Provided expertise in injection molding processes to improve cosmetics of plastic parts.

Mechanical Designer

Jun. 2014 - Jan. 2019

Avigilon (A Motorola Solutions Company)

  • Instrumental in bringing seven high-volume products from concept to mass production. 

  • Designed internal components for H5A Dome camera to manage high heat output from electronics, provide a user interface for easy installation, and meet strict regulatory requirements.

  • Responsible for the development of the complete product line of mounting accessories for H4 Multisensor product. Designed indoor and outdoor mounting adapters to achieve easy installation and provide an aesthetically appealing industrial design.

  • Designed multi-purpose components for H4 Multisensor camera to integrate cooling fans, provide USB and SD card receptacles, and protect electronics and optics from harsh operating conditions.

  • Instrumental in the development of H4 Mini Dome camera. Created an innovative clamping mechanism to lock camera position after setup and greatly reduce installation time. Designed various mounting accessories to provide a simple and fast installation process.

  • Designed intricate parts manufactured using injection molding, aluminum die casting, formed sheet metal, CNC machining, and compression molding.

  • Created detailed engineering drawings with tolerances appropriate to the manufacturing method.

  • Managed local and international vendors to optimize part designs for high volume manufacturing, build prototype parts and meet quality control requirements.

  • Performed site visits to overseas factories to evaluate manufacturing processes, conduct tool modifications, and implement quality processes.

  • Carried out tasks to ensure products were ready for mass production. Performed quality assurance inspections, built prototypes and executed product level testing.

Mechanical Designer Co-op

Sep. 2013 - Dec. 2013

Avigilon (A Motorola Solutions Company)

  • Designed manufacturing fixture for batch programming of PCBAs.

  • Designed various fixtures for assembly and camera lens calibration.

  • Built testing fixtures and performed testing on prototype parts and assemblies.

Manufacturing Engineer Co-op

May 2012 - Aug. 2012

Endurance Wind Power

  • Designed portable tilting assembly table for the manufacturing of electrical panels.

  • Tested oil filtration methods to achieve a high level of oil cleanliness for wind turbine gearboxes.

  • Designed welded steel cart for transporting wind turbine blades.

  • Created standard operating procedure (SOP) documents to improve production methods.

Design Engineer Co-op

Oct. 2010 - Mar. 2011

Viking Air Limited

  • Worked as part of the design team for the autopilot system in the Series 400 Twin Otter.

  • Designed sheet metal servo motor mounting bracket for use in aircraft autopilot system.

  • Created drawings and approval documents for Transport Canada and coordinated the approval process with Transport Canada delegates.

Education
2012-2014

Bachelor's Degree

Mechanical Engineering

Graduated with Distinction (7.4/9.0 GPA)

University of Victoria

Victoria, B.C.

2008-2011

Technology Diploma

Mechanical Engineering Technology

(8.9/9.0 GPA)

Camosun College

Victoria, B.C.

Skills

Product Design

High Volume Manufacturing

Sealed Enclosure Design

Design for Manufacturing

Cross Functional Collaboration

CNC and Manual Machining

Prototyping

SolidWorks + PDM

SolidWorks Simulation

Agile PLM

Communication

Testing/Verification

Interests

Sports

Outdoor Activities

Woodworking

Automotive Repairs

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