Designer

Personal Summary
I am a self-motivated, responsible worker who takes pride in doing a job well. I have been involved with many aspects of engineering and IT. I have always become the go-to person to solve problems in whatever position I have held. I have enjoyed continued growth in my career, often being asked to step in and assume new duties as vacancies are left in the company. My goal is to continue honing my skills while becoming an increasingly vital part of a growing company.

Engineering Skills
* Product design mechanical, electrical, printed circuit board, piping, structural, and architectural
* CAD software SolidWorks (CSWA certification), AutoCAD, Inventor, Pro/E, and Control Data
* Database management software PDM/Works, Pro/Intralink, and EDL
* CAD and database system management
* Manager and trainer of CAD users
* Definition and development of custom applications to enhance usage of the CAD systems
* Conduct and participate in company, Pittsburgh area, and international CAD meetings
* Programmer of embedded microprocessors
* Quality Control, Testing, Troubleshooting
* Definition and implementation of Standards and Procedures

IT Skills
* Computer software and hardware troubleshooting and support
* Manage individual and system back-ups
* Phone system management and support Nortel phones, wireless devices, Polycom videoconference
* Office equipment management and support
* Facility security system management and support
* User training in computer basics, Microsoft Office, Baan (ERP), phone system, orientation
* Creation of employee orientation and reference documents handbook

Project Management
* Formed and managed a team to conduct an in depth review and replacement of the CAD system
* Lead member from engineering on a team that replaced an old ERP system with a new Baan system
* Member of a team that selected and installed a new Nortel phone system
* Developed and conducted a series of user lunchtime computer training sessions
* Managed many aspects of moving all computer systems, phone equipment, and office equipment to a new facility

Communication Skills
* Worked with vendors to research products, define specifications, order, and coordinate manufacturing
* Worked with customers to solve field problems and coordinate beta testing
* Worked with all office departments in the company to troubleshoot and meet their computer needs
* Worked with the shop to create more efficient product designs for manufacturing
* Worked co-workers throughout the company to help them perform their jobs more efficiently

Creative Thinking
* Created a CAD program to create 2D flat patterns for square to round transitions
* Created a CAD program for routing piping from point to point in a 3D plant layout
* Developed a method to take printed circuit board CAD files and convert them to Gerber files for manufacturing of printed circuit boards

Work Experience
* IPEG/Conair - Cranberry Township, PA

Education
* Oil City High School Oil City, PA
* Relevant College Level Courses Fortran, Physics, Calculus
* Additional Courses - C••••• programming, Project Management, Pro/E, SolidWorks, AutoCad, Baan

Community Involvement
* I currently serve as Sunday School Superintendent and Church Board member for my church as well as holding several other positions in the past
* I have participated in community bands performing at various community events