Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Citizenship
Hobbies and Interests
Training
Certification
Software
Timeline
Christopher Davenport

Christopher Davenport

Long Beach,CA

Summary

Experienced additive manufacturing and welding specialist with a strong background in SolidWorks design, SLM (DMLM) machine layout, and comprehensive post-processing management. Proven expertise in managing the entire product life cycle for automotive performance upgrades, including engineering, design, printing, fabrication, and sourcing. Skilled in TIG welding, Fabrication, and adept at operating various manual machining tools.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Engineering

Mimo Technik/Print Metal
01.2016 - Current
  • Led design and development of components using SolidWorks, enhancing functionality and manufacturability.
  • Managed build layout for SLM (DMLM) machines, optimizing printing process and improving output quality.
  • Directed post-processing activities including support removal, media finishing, and machining to ensure high-quality final products.
  • Oversaw entire product life cycle for automotive performance upgrades, from initial engineering and design through to fabrication and sourcing.
  • Engineered modifications to SLM (DMLM) machines, including design, welding, and fabrication to improve machine performance and capability.
  • Performed TIG welding on additive manufactured parts, using materials such as Inconel 625, Haynes 282, AlSi10 to achieve high-strength welds.
  • Operated manual mills, lathes, and band saws to complete various machining tasks.
  • Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in clearer product design standards, improved manufacturability, and a reduction in engineering cycle time.

Welder And Fabricator

Race Proven Motors
01.2011 - 01.2016
  • Tig welding Stainless Steel, Aluminum, and chromoly
  • Tube fabrication from fitting, notching, bending
  • Operating manual mill, lathe, water jet
  • Fabrication and welding of one off performance automotive parts.

Welder

Innovative Tube Design, Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Tig weld components for Aircraft
  • 321 Stainless steel, all to specified tolerances
  • Manufacture replacement parts for Boeing, Rolls Royce

Fabricator - Welder

Noma Fabrication
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Mig, Tig welding from 1/16-1/4 inch Steel and Aluminum, custom fabrication, wiring of 12 volt DC and 120 volt AC
  • Customizing custom toy haulers and special purpose vehicles.

Fabricator - Welder

Garrett Industries, Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Mig, Tig welding from 1/16-1/4 inch Steel and Aluminum, custom fabrication, wiring of 12 volt DC and 120 volt AC
  • Customizing custom toy haulers and special purpose vehicles

Education

High School Diploma -

Royal High School, Simi Valley, CA
06.2006

Skills

  • SolidWorks Design
  • Magics Build Layout for SLM (DMLM) Machines
  • Additive Manufacturing Design
  • Post Print Processing Management
  • Product Life Cycle Management
  • TIG Welding and Fabrication
  • Materials: Inconel 625-718, Haynes 282, AlSi-10, 6061, 304SS, 321SS, 4130, Titanium
  • Manual Mill, Lathe, Band Saw Operation
  • Performance Engineering for Turbo Systems
  • Continuous Improvement in Engineering
  • Industrial Automation Troubleshooting, Wiring 24VDC Low Voltage And High Voltage Systems

Accomplishments

  • Simi Valley Adult School & Career Institute
  • Master Welding Course
  • AWS Welding Certifications

Citizenship

US Citizen

Hobbies and Interests

  • Automotive and Aviation Design: Passionate about designing high-performance parts for automotive and aviation applications. Continuously exploring innovative solutions and creative design approaches.
  • Welding and Fabrication: Dedicated to welding and fabrication, with a strong focus on building and creating with hands-on techniques. Known for unique and practical design solutions.
  • Aviation Enthusiast: Private pilot with a deep-seated passion for aviation, integrating this enthusiasm into engineering and design work.

Training

Simi Valley Adult School & Career Institute, Welding Instruction, Jesse Guzman, (805) 579-6200 ext. 1062

Certification

• Mil. Std. 1595A
• Aluminum Gp. IV GTAW Exp 3/1/2015
• Chromoly Gp. IB GTAW Exp 3/1/2015
• Titanium Gp. VI GTAW Exp 3/1/2015
• Inconel Gp. IIIB GTAW Exp 5/3/2015
• Stainless Gp. IIA GTAW Exp 3/1/2015
• Mil. Std 1595A
• Steel 1015 Cres. Exp 7/14/2014
• D1.3 Sheet Steel
• 1/16” to 1/4” All Positions

Software

Solidworks

Materialize Magics

3D Expert

Timeline

Engineering - Mimo Technik/Print Metal
01.2016 - Current
Welder And Fabricator - Race Proven Motors
01.2011 - 01.2016
Welder - Innovative Tube Design, Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2011
Fabricator - Welder - Noma Fabrication
01.2008 - 01.2009
Fabricator - Welder - Garrett Industries, Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2008
Royal High School - High School Diploma,

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