Byron Ohonjo
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with a background in mechanical engineering and project management, adept at integrating engineering principles with lean continuous improvement methodologies. Known for meticulous attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work within strict project deadlines and budget constraints. Skilled in evaluating designs, implementing new technologies, and producing innovative equipment solutions. Proven track record of creating cost-efficient designs and driving successful project outcomes. Strong understanding of the product development process and ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, management, and vendors. Solutions-oriented and proactive in identifying areas for improvement to ensure project success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Engineer
Powertec Industrial Motors
06.2022 - Current
- Generated system concepts to satisfy product requirements.
- Tested and analyzed equipment design and performance.
- Mentored junior engineers in design principles and best practices.
- Created, prototyped and tested Electrical motors for Military & DoD clients.
- Drafted assemblies, models, and other technical drawings.
- Developed internal processes and plans for mechanical verification, product development and factory processes.
- Specified system components and directed product modifications to comply with engineering design and performance specifications.
- Conducted tolerance analysis at system and subsystem levels.
- Interfaced with customers and suppliers to resolve quality issues.
- Optimized manufacturing processes through continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced productivity and operational excellence.
- Identified deficiencies in mechanical processes to develop improvements.
Design Manager
Powertek Equipment
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Mechanical and structural component design for Excavators and attachments
- Existing Product optimization and reverse engineering
- Create and implement department CAD standards and best practices
- Standardize equipment design across multiple platforms for cost savings
- Coordinate with Parts/services and Fabrication to ensure project completion and delivery
- Ensure CAD drawings adhere to applicable project standards
- Determine appropriate manufacturing applications
- Lead a small team of Drafters and junior engineer.
Engineering Consultant
Aerotek
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Mechanical and structural component design for Tire Building Equipment
- Existing Product optimization and reverse engineering
- CAD Creation based on industry and internal design criteria
- Engineering calculations to support design decisions
- Determine appropriate manufacturing applications
- Fabricate, assembled, and test design prototypes
- Ensure timely parts delivery from external vendors
- Develop Quality control program
- Design and implement equipment testing procedures and processes
- Prototype and New product Budgeting.
Design Engineer
The Select Group
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Manage ECO process via SAP ERP
- Create 2D and 3D CAD documents
- Manage EPDM Vault
- Generate various product and process documentation including SOPs
- Provide metric reports for Engineering Services
- Facilitate rapid solutions to production problems.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Aerotek
11.2014 - 12.2017
- Mechanical and structural component design for road construction equipment, Light towers
- Jig and Fixture design
- Existing Product optimization
- CAD creation based on industry and internal design criteria
- Maintain EPDM database as well as Epicor ERP system
- Legacy AutoCAD 2D to 3D conversion
- Determine appropriate manufacturing applications and design parameters
- Prepared basic engineering calculations to support design decisions
- Design Review Presentations
- Determine appropriate manufacturing applications and design parameters
- Fabricate and assemble design prototypes
- Quality inspection of incoming vendor parts.
Mechanical Designer
Trimech
01.2013 - 07.2014
- New product design, Mechanical component design for commercial Lawn mowers, Tillers, Pressure Washers, ATVs, Multi-purpose vehicles and Electric bus (Proterra)
- Sketch initial concept designs
- Create 3D models and CAD engineering concepts and drawings from sketches, markups, written and verbal directions
- Prepare basic engineering calculations to support design decisions
- Design Review Presentations
- Worked with manufacturing, quality and global suppliers to determine appropriate applications and design parameters
- Provided input to engineering documentation (BOM's and ECO's)
- Creation and implementation of company CAD Drafting standards
- Fabricated, welded, and assembled design prototypes for line review and trade shows
- Provided technical assistance and guidance on work methods and procedures to less experienced personnel.
Mechanical CAD Designer
Performance Engineering
06.2007 - 01.2013
- Utilized AutoCAD in the design of process piping, structural steel, and concrete layouts
- Worked from sketches P&IDs or redlined drawings provided by Engineers
- Prepared detail and layout drawings from field verified sketches, verbal or written instructions for products or equipment
- Plant design and development
- Knowledge of equipment and assembly procedures
- Cost estimation and Bill of materials preparation.
Mechanical Designer
Robert E Mason Services
10.2005 - 06.2007
- Design, Assemble, and Test Electrical and Pneumatic Panels
- Produce AutoCAD design drawings to customer specifications
- Control panel fabrication drawings, power distribution and control schematics, PLC I/O drawings, P&IDs
- Bill of materials preparation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology/CAD Systems Management
AB-Tech Community College
Asheville, NCBachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
UNC Charlotte
Charlotte, NCBachelor of Science - Industrial Technology, Industrial Engineering
East Carolina University
Greenville, NCMaster of Science - Technology Management
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05.2025
Certification - Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05.2025
Skills
- 2D and 3D modeling
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Solid works proficiency
- FEA (Finite Element Analysis)
- ASME Y145M Drafting Standard
- Schematics understanding
- Engineering Process Design
- Project Management
- Product development
- Mechanical Engineering
- Engineering Reviews
- Budgeting
- Quality Control
- SPC
- 5S Optimization
- Manufacturing Processes
- Continuous Improvement
- Root Cause Analysis
- Design reviews
- Six Sigma Methodologies
References
References Available Upon Request
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer
Powertec Industrial Motors
06.2022 - Current
Design Manager
Powertek Equipment
12.2021 - 06.2022
Engineering Consultant
Aerotek
01.2019 - 10.2021
Design Engineer
The Select Group
01.2018 - 01.2019
Mechanical Design Engineer
Aerotek
11.2014 - 12.2017
Mechanical Designer
Trimech
01.2013 - 07.2014
Mechanical CAD Designer
Performance Engineering
06.2007 - 01.2013
Mechanical Designer
Robert E Mason Services
10.2005 - 06.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology/CAD Systems Management
AB-Tech Community College
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
UNC Charlotte
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology, Industrial Engineering
East Carolina University
Master of Science - Technology Management
East Carolina University
Certification - Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
East Carolina University
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