Benjamin — Chief Engineer

Design and specification of hydraulic system to operate mobile variant of sculpture Planned, designed and scheduled phases Led continuous improvements in engineering, resulting in clearer product design standards, better manufacturability and reduced engineering cycle time Developed dynamic analytical model for kinematic optimization studies Prepared complete and accurate design documentation for hose routing clamps Optimized existing designs, reducing production costs and enhancing overall performance

Have been a product development engineer and design engineer for 15+ years

process improvement and optimization improved design cost reduction tooling/fixturing

Cost effective designs Highly serviceable and highly manufacturable Minimal tooling and fixturing Lean part counts Excellent GD&T Accelerated product development concept, design, test

Directed, mentored and monitored seven support engineers and project managers for improved operations Successfully managed multiple facets of project simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and resource availability Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion Planned, designed and scheduled phases

Directed, mentored and monitored seven support engineers and project managers for improved operations • • Direct collaboration with project's work team Successfully managed multiple facets of project simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and resource availability • • Planned, designed and scheduled phases Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion • • Developed acceptance criteria Completed accurate engineering calculations for weights, loads, and other metrics using both manual and digital methods. • Design and specification of hydraulic system to operate mobile variant of sculpture • Performed detailed finite element analyses to evaluate performance of various structural systems under diverse loading conditions

Streamlined production timelines with effective resource allocation and planning strategies • Increased overall product quality through meticulous design reviews and thorough testing procedures • • Determined project costs, timelines, and limiting factors • Patent submitted for innovative tank gasket seal Drove continuous improvement culture in engineering to provide clear product design standards, improve manufacturability through enhanced documentation and reduce engineering cycle time

• Implemented new strategies to reduce costs and improve efficiency Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvements • • Created detailed reports on engineering findings Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion • Led continuous improvements in engineering, resulting in clearer product design standards, better manufacturability and reduced engineering cycle time • CONTACT Dubuque, IA September 2015 - June 2019 Design Engineer RFA, Dubuque, IA September 2013 - September 2015 Product Development Engineer Baker Hughes Inc, Houston, TX Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and refine product concepts • Presented technical data and project updates at internal meetings, facilitating information sharing among team members • Served as key contributor during root cause investigations into field failures, applying systematic problem solving skills combined with deep knowledge of fracture mechanics principles • Performed complex calculations to validate and verify model calculations • • Developed dynamic analytical model for kinematic optimization studies Prepared complete and accurate design documentation for hose routing clamps • Provided clear and timely technical data required for design and specification of product • Identified new ideas, products and/or features that improved customer satisfaction, reduced costs and kept product line in forefront of industry

Optimized existing designs, reducing production costs and enhancing overall performance. • Streamlined design process for increased efficiency by utilizing advanced CAD software tools • Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements • Successfully met challenging client requirements by developing tailored engineering solutions that exceeded expectations • Developed product designs with consideration for potential corrosion and wear • Improved product quality by conducting detailed design reviews and implementing necessary changes • Assisted in patent application processes, protecting valuable intellectual property rights for the company's designs • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials • Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction • Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions • Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvements • Developed high-quality engineering designs and plans to meet industry standards • Contributed to the development of new company-wide design standards, improving overall consistency and quality across all projects • • Created and Implemented GD&T training for onsite teams

Houston, TX Developed detailed 3D models and drawings, ensuring accurate communication of design intent to fabrication teams • Supported engineering design development through analysis and simulation of prototypes and 3D computer models • • Evaluated and Analyzed torsional and random vibration tests Participated in industry conferences and workshops, staying current on cutting-edge technologies and best practices for mechanical design engineering • Championed continuous improvement initiatives aimed at refining internal FEA procedures, contributing to enhanced product quality • Provided technical leadership in the evaluation of engineering change requests, utilizing extensive FEA expertise to guide decision-making processes