Damion Plender
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
To find an engineering role that leverages my technical , analytical and problem solving skills to contribute to innovative projects and solutions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Application Engineer
Burco Inc
10.2020 - Current
- Designed all side view mirrors for new automotive vehicles(aftermarket).
- Utilized Solidworks and Autocad to create new shapes and communicate with CNC machines.
- Managed all new product developments.
- Developed, managed and launched a new heavy duty side view mirror glass line.
- Maintained and calibrated various CNC machines used in production.
- Troubleshoot technical calls customer service could not handle.
Manager ABOC Certified Optician
Rx Optical Laboratories Inc.
11.2014 - 09.2019
- Educated patients on proper use, care and maintenance of eyeglasses and contact lenses.
- Calibrated seg heights, vertex, and pupillary distance and pantoscopic tilt to customize eyeglass orders and create perfect fit.
- Filed claims with vision and medical insurance companies to garner payment for optical services.
- Maintained safe, clean and organized environment to increase patient comfort.
- Confirmed quality control standards were met for all eye wear and contact lenses.
Apprentice Die Maker
Advanced Tooling Systems
06.2014 - 09.2014
- Adjusted and ground dies, tools and parts after production to assure quality control and usability.
- Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths.
- Assessed need and resourcefully designed jigs, fixtures and templates to aid in production efficiency.
- Coordinated and planned operation sequences based on blueprint and model schematics.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI08.2026
Associate of Science - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI12.2022
Skills
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Proficient in Autocad and Solidworks
- Proficient in all Microsoft Word , Excel , Power Point , Outlook
- Enthusiastic to learn
- Communicates effectively with others
- Love solving problems
Timeline
Application Engineer
Burco Inc
10.2020 - Current
Manager ABOC Certified Optician
Rx Optical Laboratories Inc.
11.2014 - 09.2019
Apprentice Die Maker
Advanced Tooling Systems
06.2014 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
Grand Valley State University
Associate of Science - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Grand Rapids Community College