Certifications

CAD Skills

• Advanced proficiency in 3D modeling, complex assemblies, and production-ready engineering drawings

• Skilled in parametric and direct modeling, surfacing, and design for manufacturability (DFM)

• Experienced in creating fully constrained assemblies using advanced mates, motion studies, and interference detection

• Proficient in creating detailed engineering drawings with GD&T annotations to ASME standards.

• Proficient in advanced SolidWorks tools including configurations, weldments, sheet metal, simulation (FEA), and assembly configurations

• Skilled at automating repetitive design tasks using equations, design tables, and parametric modeling techniques

• Experienced in preparing CAD models for CNC machining, additive manufacturing, laser cutting, and rapid prototyping.

• Accomplished in developing CAD models from physical parts, sketches, measurements, and customer requirements for redesign or manufacturing.

• Expert at iteratively optimizing designs through prototyping, client feedback, and manufacturing constraints to improve performance and manufacturability.

CAM Skills

• Strong at developing efficient 2D and 3D toolpaths for CNC machining using HSMWorks, Mastercam, and SolidWorks CAM. 

• Experienced in selecting machining strategies, cutting tools, feeds, and speeds to balance cycle time, tool life, and part quality.

• Proficient at verifying machining operations using CAM simulation to detect collisions, optimize toolpaths, and reduce setup errors.

• Skilled in optimizing CNC programs by minimizing tool changes, reducing machining time, and improving workflow efficiency. 

• Expert at integrating CAD and CAM workflows to rapidly transition designs from concept to production-ready toolpaths.