Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Licenses
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Amanda Cuttler

CA

Summary

Active U.S. DOE Q-Level Security Clearance.

Country of Citizenship: United States


Innovative technology specialist with extensive experience in diverse fields. Providing support for detonation performance testing, research, and production, at the High Explosives Applications Facility (HEAF). These efforts are part of a broader research, development, implementation, and scientific testing initiative for stockpile stewardship, funded by the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), the Department of Defense (DOD), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the Department of Energy, and other agencies.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mechanical Technologist

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, LLNL
02.2021 - Current
  • Advanced technical support, knowledge, solutions to scientists, engineers, and technical staff executing scientific research and development projects, and mission goals.
  • High explosive handler operations in Compliance with safety Regulations, following proper handling techniques, checking equipment, verifying explosive types, attention to detail and critical thinking and ensuring that all safety protocols and measures are adhered to.
  • CNC and manual machining processes, manufacturing intricate parts, fixtures, prototypes, parts and/or assemblies. Calculating optimum feeds, speeds, and dimensions to attain precision finish and design intent.
  • CAD software programming, generating models, assemblies, and schematics for mechanical designs to GD&T ASME Y14.5M drafting standards.
  • Welding/Fabrication of Explosive configurations, shrapnel barricades, and components. Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG) Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG) Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
  • Safely maintaining equipment, operations and set up ; detailed troubleshooting, hardware modifications, vacuum and high pressure systems; data collection, reporting results; reviewing, and updating procedures,
  • High-Speed Video Camera Operations, Shimadzu/Phantom, recording, software, installing and alignment of periscope mirrors.

Fabrication Welder

Sanmina Corporation
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • High-production manufacturing environment, applying various welding techniques fabricating and assembling metal structures and components, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and production schedules.
  • Completed complex projects on time by effectively prioritizing tasks meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
  • Read blueprints and weld diagrams. Set-up and layout by positioning, aligning parts using tools such as jigs and vises.

Fabrication Welder

AMC Fabrication
01.2018 - 09.2019
  • Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques, applying appropriate methods for each specific project requirement.
  • Implemented creative solutions for complex fabrication challenges, resulting in increased efficiency without sacrificing quality.
  • Structural, architectural and art Fabrication Clients;

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disneyland

Meow Wolf's interactive, art experience at AREA15

Cirque du soleil in Las Vegas and Hangzhou China.

Wynn Casino

Education

Associate of Science - Welding Technology

College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA
12-2022

Associate of Science - Photography

City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
05-2014

Skills

  • Performing machining operations such as turning, milling, drilling and grinding to produce high-quality parts
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Pneumatics and hydraulics
  • Produce, Analyze, Modify, and interpret engineering drawings, define configuration and determine sequence of machine operations Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
  • Design and fabricate complex fixtures and jigs for various manufacturing processes
  • Effective oral and written communication skills to collaborate with other engineers, technicians, and clients
  • Operates and maintains lathe and milling machines
  • Safety standards and procedures, including OSHA, DOE regulations and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements
  • Set up and operate all conventional and moderately complex precision and CNC machine tools to manufacture precision parts and assemblies
  • Operate related shop equipment, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments
  • Record keeping, archive, inventory placing orders equipment and materials

Accomplishments

  • National Security Engineering Division Award, for Outstanding Performance In recognition for your outstanding innovation, responsiveness and technical expertise in contributing to the successful execution of the DELI2 experiment Campaign at HEAF.
  • Lawerence Livermore National laboratory (2024)

  • College of the Redwoods Alum Lighting a Torch for Women in Industry
  • North Far North Regional Consortium Success Stories. (2023)

  • Vision for Success Spotlight: Amanda Cuttler
  • State of System Report California Community Colleges. (2022)

Certification

  • Explosive Safety Application for National Laboratories - Texas A&M Engineering TEEX extension service, 2024
  • Certificate of Occupational Preparation Vacuum Technology Workshop - Los Positas Community College, 2022
  • SolidWorks Essentials Certificate of Completion - Hawk Ridge Systems, 2022
  • OSHA 10 Safety Certificate - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
  • OSHA 30 Safety Certificate - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
  • Mastercam Certification - CNC Software, Inc.
  • Competent Mechanical Worker Qualification

Licenses

  • Powered Industrial Truck Operator License Classes of Trucks Authorized 1, 4, 5
  • Crane Operator License loads up to 10,000lbs
  • Certified Rigger License rig and operate manual hoists DOE-STD-1090

Timeline

Mechanical Technologist

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, LLNL
02.2021 - Current

Fabrication Welder

Sanmina Corporation
01.2020 - 12.2020

Fabrication Welder

AMC Fabrication
01.2018 - 09.2019
  • Explosive Safety Application for National Laboratories - Texas A&M Engineering TEEX extension service, 2024
  • Certificate of Occupational Preparation Vacuum Technology Workshop - Los Positas Community College, 2022
  • SolidWorks Essentials Certificate of Completion - Hawk Ridge Systems, 2022
  • OSHA 10 Safety Certificate - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
  • OSHA 30 Safety Certificate - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
  • Mastercam Certification - CNC Software, Inc.
  • Competent Mechanical Worker Qualification

Associate of Science - Welding Technology

College of The Redwoods

Associate of Science - Photography

City College of San Francisco
Amanda Cuttler