JACOB POPHAM
Findlay,OH
Summary
Skilled at investigating and resolving failures, reviewing materials choices and vetting suppliers. Achievements include shrinking approval windows and simplifying procedures to keep production on schedule. Accuracy-driven and hardworking with methodical and diligent approach.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Engineer
Grob Systems
01.2023 - Current
- Documented and certified material quality of each batch of raw material used in manufacturing by testing batch samples through tensile, compression and shear tests.
- Designed metal parts and control processes by providing assistance with soldering and welding procedures.
- Performed failure analysis on weldmetns, weld failures and development problems and recommended corrective actions.
- Served as subject matter expert on research into metallurgical production processes and operational decisions.
- Provided technical support to third-party commercial teams and engineers on quality, safety and other considerations.
- Evaluated final product's overall performance, reliability and safety.
- Identified deficiencies in mechanical processes to develop improvements.
Research Assistant
The Ohio State University, Dept. Of Engineering
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
- Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
- Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
- Collaborated with other researchers to develop successful research strategies.
Project Coordinator
Insight
08.2017 - 09.2022
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Managed competing demands and professionally adapted to frequent change, delays and unexpected events.
- Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
- Identified, analyzed and interpreted trends or patterns in complex data sets.
- Created various Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting information to stakeholders for concise explanations of best placement for needed resources.
- Utilized data visualization tools to effectively communicate business insights.
- Upheld security and confidentiality of documents and data within area of responsibility.
Intelligence Analyst
United States Navy
05.2014 - 06.2017
- Produced multi-source intelligence reports and products for different agency customers.
- Assisted in creating high-level intelligence briefs for senior-level personnel.
- Analyzed open-source intelligence data to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
- Created useful and timely intelligence products to support field operations.
- Conducted detailed data analysis to identify patterns and trends in complex datasets.
- Coordinated with other intelligence agencies to share information and resources.
- Developed standard operating procedures for intelligence operations and activities.
- Verified visitor security clearances and eligibility for access into SCIFs.
Education
Master of Science - Welding Engineering
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Welding Engineering
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH12.2022
Associate of Science - Mathematics
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH08.2020
High School Diploma -
Christifideles School
Granville05.2014
Skills
- Test Plans and Cases
- Metallurgical Laboratory Skills
- Detailed Analysis
- Performance Monitoring
- Team Development
- Analytic Functions
Timeline
Welding Engineer
Grob Systems
01.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
The Ohio State University, Dept. Of Engineering
06.2020 - 12.2022
Project Coordinator
Insight
08.2017 - 09.2022
Intelligence Analyst
United States Navy
05.2014 - 06.2017
Master of Science - Welding Engineering
Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science - Welding Engineering
Ohio State University
Associate of Science - Mathematics
Columbus State Community College
High School Diploma -
Christifideles School
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