David Altamirano Leon

Automation and Reliability Engineer with 4 years of experience in startup troubleshooting, PLC troubleshooting, and system validation for large-scale robotic and conveyor automation systems. Skilled in PLC-controlled automation, electro-mechanical diagnostics, system performance analysis, and cross-functional issue resolution. Proven ability to enhance operational readiness, resolve complex field issues, and support high-volume customer automation environments.

Engineering Prototyping with Machining Operations 

Arizona State University, 01/22 - 05/22,

• Interpreted engineering drawings, machining terminology, metalworking requirements, and GD&T methods to support prototype fabrication.,
• Operated manufacturing shop equipment, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments to create parts and assemblies from Delrin, 6061-T6 aluminum, CRS steel, 1045 steel, and 304 stainless steel., Performed tolerance stack-up analysis and maintained tolerance measurements to ±0.005".

3D Additive Manufacturing Design of Experiments

Arizona State University, 08/21 - 12/21, 

• Manufactured prototype components using multiple additive manufacturing processes, including polymers, multi-material builds, and copper-based materials.
• Evaluated part orientation, support strategy, process parameters, material selection, and surface properties to improve print quality and manufacturability,
• Operated pre-processing and post-processing workflows across FDM, PolyJet, LPBD, SLS, SLA, and multi-material extrusion printers.

Fatigue Analyst – Able Aerospace Collaboration

Arizona State University, 08/21 - 05/22

• Directed a team of four engineers, establishing deliverables and managing project timelines to ensure on-time completion of fatigue testing and analysis tasks.
• Coordinated stakeholder meetings to align testing protocols with performance requirements and to address project needs and expectations.
• Performed high-cycle fatigue testing on aerospace components using an Instron 8801 machine, documenting results to develop stress/strain and S–N curves., Utilized SolidWorks FEA and hand calculations to support fatigue test parameterization, stress/strain analysis, and design improvement recommendations.