Claudiu Popoviciu
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Accomplished Senior Mechanical Engineer with extensive knowledge of engineering equipment and software. Committed to providing accurate work with eye for detail. Consistently commended for meeting stringent project deadlines under budget.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Lincoln Electric
Cleveland, OH
05.2020 - Current
- Led the design of new mechanical systems, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Designed, fabricated and installed chemical processing lines, production lines and individual machines used in production.
- Used lean manufacturing principles to develop, evaluate and improve chemical processing, wire drawing and stick electrode manufacturing methods.
- Championed lean manufacturing principles within the company culture, leading to increased operational efficiency and reduced waste.
- Evaluated vendor proposals for new equipment purchases, ensuring optimal performance at a competitive price point.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials while maintaining strict quality control measures.
- Performed calculations to size structures,motors, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment for required loads, energy and emissions.
- Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on design principles and best practices for successful project outcomes.
- Drafted assemblies, models, and other technical drawings.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed production equipment issues, quickly made plans for repairs and monitored use to rectify issues.
- Planned dozens of installation projects from beginning to end, focusing on timelines, budgets and mechanical feasibility.
- Effectively developed models, assemblies and drawings using Solid Edge, Microstation and AutoCAD.
- Surveyed potential project sites before design, checking for space restrictions, mechanical feasibility and manufacturers guidelines.
- Created a vision system eliminating entirely and profitability.
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Plant Engineering
Lincoln Electric
Cleveland, OH
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget constraints.
- Led the design of new mechanical systems, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Designed, (assisted in) fabrication, installed and tested new packaging and inspection machines, resulting in increased safety and productivity levels.
- Spearheaded automation projects, integrating advanced technologies into plant operations for enhanced efficiency.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to procure necessary components at the most competitive prices while maintaining product quality.
- Reduced equipment downtime with proactive maintenance planning and root cause analysis.
- Participated in risk assessment exercises aimed at minimizing potential hazards within the facility.
- Conducted energy audits to identify opportunities for reducing power consumption and costs.
- Managed capital projects, ensuring successful completion while adhering to cost, scope, and quality requirements.
Senior Project Engineer
Lincoln Electric
Cleveland, OH
08.2008 - 08.2017
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on design principles and fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Designed custom solutions for Production's specific requirements, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations for quality and functionality.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and advancements in mechanical engineering, applying new techniques to optimize design outcomes.
- Altered and modified designs to meet requirements and eliminate malfunctions.
- Attended project planning meetings to coordinate mechanical system designs with structural and architecture teams, mitigate design conflicts, and coordinate delivery timelines.
- Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
- Suggested cost saving proposals on make-versus-buy analysis or alternative sourcing.
- Performed pre-construction, quality and safety management, as well as installation review, start-up and commissioning.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Timisoara
Timisoara, RomaniaSkills
- Engineering calculations
- Prototyping
- Stress analysis
- Finite element analysis
- Engineering standards
- Piping diagrams
- Emissions controls understanding
- Metal Fabrication
- Microsoft Excel
- Maintenance Planning
- Mentoring and training
- Mechanical system design
- Continuous Improvement
- Troubleshooting
- Mechanical engineering knowledge
- Highly skilled in 3D and 2D CAD modeling and drafting
- Design reviews
- Regulatory Compliance
- Thermodynamics
- Hydraulic and pneumatic design
- Mechanical Designs
Accomplishments
- Creative Problem Solving: - Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Languages
Romanian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Lincoln Electric
05.2020 - Current
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Plant Engineering
Lincoln Electric
08.2017 - 05.2020
Senior Project Engineer
Lincoln Electric
08.2008 - 08.2017
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Timisoara