BEN HEBERT
Retina Systems, Inc
Cheshire
12
years of professional experience
Mechanical engineering professional recognized for applying technical skills and analytical mindset to create efficient solutions. Adept at design, testing, and implementation of mechanical systems, contributing to significant project advancements. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to achieving team goals, with versatile skill set that adapts to evolving project requirements.
Work History
Head of Mechanical Engineering
5 Months- Delegated work to other engineers, distributing responsibilities to maximize useful skills and avoid knowledge gaps
- Identified department needs such as additional engineering resources, computer and software upgrades, and new equipment
- Produced budgetary estimates for new projects including material costs and required design hours
- Approved proposed design changes after analyzing drawings, schematics and prototypes
- Conducted interviews with candidates to fill open mechanical engineering roles
Mechanical Engineer
2 Years 6 Months- Led design and development of mechanical systems for advanced vision inspection using SolidWorks
- Designed material handling systems to maintain parts flow and ensure accurate sorting of parts at rates varying from 30 to 500 parts per minute
- Produced manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, and full system layout drawings for customer approval
- Specified commercial components to maximize system reliability while reducing cost, lead time, and maintenance requirements, including electric and pneumatic actuators
- Designed machine guarding systems to ensure safety and allow for easy operator access for maintenance and changeover
- Collaborated with project managers, electrical and software engineers, and customers to define system requirements and ensure systems were completed on schedule
- Traveled to customer facilities as required to define projects,
- Used BobCAM for SolidWorks to program a 3-axis CNC machining center
Mechanical Engineer
1 Year 1 Month- Produced various mechanical devices for lab research and prototyping applications using both COTS and custom components
- Performed project management duties including developing deliverables, budgets, and timelines
- Worked closely with building safety officer to create and execute solutions to overhaul lab safety controls and mitigate risk, including analysis, sourcing, and producing technical drawings
- Created new supplier relationships to expand prototyping capability and meet specific project needs
Mechanical Technician
8 Months- Worked collaboratively to support analytical studies to improve comfort, stability, and noise isolation on future wearable products
Technical Operations Intern
3 Months- Prepared and drove execution of qualification documents for plastic injection molding systems
- Created start-up and in-process inspection procedures at various suppliers
Design Engineer Co-op
6 Months- Evaluated non-conforming hardware used on Pratt & Whitney military & commercial aircraft engines
- Investigated and repaired flawed models and drawings of tools using NX
Student Intern
2 Months- Designed, built, and tested a product to meet client specifications using SolidWorks
Education
Bachelor of Science/Master of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
- Magna Cum Laude
- Dean’s List all semesters
- GPA: 3.80
Skills
SolidWorks
BobCAM
NX
Microsoft Office Suite
MATLAB
Manufacturing processes
Product development
Mechanical system design
Failure analysis
Iterative design improvement
Supplier management
Timeline
Head of Mechanical Engineering
Retina Systems, Inc
03.2026 - CurrentRead More
Mechanical Engineer
Retina Systems, Inc.
09.2023 - 03.2026Read More
Mechanical Engineer
Radiation Monitoring Devices, Inc
05.2022 - 06.2023Read More
Mechanical Technician
Bose Corporation
07.2021 - 03.2022Read More
Technical Operations Intern
Ortho Clinical Diagnostics
05.2019 - 08.2019Read More
Design Engineer Co-op
QuEST Global
07.2018 - 01.2019Read More
Student Intern
Ensign Bickford Aerospace & Defense
02.2015 - 04.2015Read More
Rochester Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science/Master of Engineering from Mechanical Engineering
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