Edward L. Cruthird
Remote Drafting Engineer/Technician
Conroe,TX
Summary
A Dedicated Veteran, Skilled Designer, Resourceful Advocate. A veteran with vision and a background in engineering drafting and design. College educated and majoring in mechanical engineering. Edward brings precision, discipline, and a solutions-oriented mindset to every challenge. He has leverage his VA benefits to further his education and is actively pursuing opportunities that align with his technical skills and veteran experience. Know for his string advocacy for family, he navigates complex systems like SSDI, CHAMPVA, and VA Benefits with determination and purpose. A dependable communicator and problem-solver, who demonstrates resilience, initiative, and an unwavering commitment tot improving both his life ad the lives of those around him.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Control
QualServ Solutions
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Used engineering principles and discipline to apply control theories to design and develop a system with desired behaviors.
- Measured the output performance of particular products being manufactured and provided feedback to improve the production process with our Engineering Team and Quality Control to improve manufacturing and production time.
- Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical, and maintenance procedures.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Computer Lab Tech
Veteran Industries
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Provide informational and technical assistance/support to military veterans looking to improve their personal lives and move forward in an advanced informational and technological world.
- Ensured compliance with institutional policies related to technology use within the laboratory setting through consistent monitoring and enforcement practices.
- Assisted in the development of training materials for faculty and students on various software applications utilized in the lab.
Engineering Technician/ Designer
Chemflo Process Filtration
01.2007 - 01.2011
- R&D, engineering design practices, mechanical, structural, technical, drafting, pressure vessel design, assembly and subassembly, piping, schematics, tool design.
- Troubleshot and resolved engineering issues to reduce delays and achieve project milestones.
- Collaborated with engineers to improve component quality, negotiating specifications that met stringent engineering requirements.
- Conducted research and gathered data on engineering components and systems.
Engineering Draftsman/Designer
Forged Vessel Connections, Inc
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Determined pressure vessel design requirements per ANSI Y14.5, ASME Section VIII Div I & II, and API engineering standards, and technical handbooks.
- Interpreted technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports to make revisions to CAD drawings.
- Created CAD models and drawings for [Type] designs.
- Calculated mathematical formulae to develop and design detailed specifications for components and machinery with computer assistance.
- Reviewed specifications to generate complex details of individual system components.
- Collaborated when nessary with engineers, sales department, machinist, and medal forging personnel to determine safe, sturdy construction methods.
AutoCAD Draftsman/Designer
Aire Systems (Trane)
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Generate shop drawings for manufacturing, sheet metal drawings for fabricating, structural drawings for the welding department, and assembly drawings for production workers.
- Generate a bill of material (BOM) and cut list for custom-designed high-volume air conditioning (HVAC) units and structural skids.
- Consulted with engineers regarding resolving, planning, and construction issues.
- Consulted with customers and vendors regarding project scope and milestone dates. Effectively collaborating with various departments involved in the design process.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in all drafted documents, leading to fewer revisions needed throughout the life of a project..
Education
ASME -
LONG STAR COLLEGE SYSTEM
In-Progress, TX05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology, General Technology, Computer-Aided Drafting and Design
University of Arkansas
fort smith, ARDiploma - Professional Commercial Diving
Divers Institute of Technology
Seattle, WASkills
- Proficient in AutoCAD (2013-2020)
- Proficient in SolidWorks (2013-2023)
- Engineering Design & Drafting
- Mechanical & Pressure Vessel Design
- Schematics, BOM, & Shop Drawings
- ANSI, ASME, API, AWS Standards
- Diverse Technical Software Programs
- Analytical problem-solving
- Effective Communications
- Teamwork Orientation
Military Service
UNITED STATES ARMY, Infantry Paratrooper / Headquarters Administration, HONORABLE DISCHARGE, 3 years army service , 4 years army reserve. Leadership Abilities, Administration, Management Skills, Attention to Detail, Safety, Security, Adaptability, Team-Building Concepts
Work Availability
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Timeline
Engineering Control
QualServ Solutions
01.2014 - 01.2017
Computer Lab Tech
Veteran Industries
01.2012 - 01.2014
Engineering Technician/ Designer
Chemflo Process Filtration
01.2007 - 01.2011
Engineering Draftsman/Designer
Forged Vessel Connections, Inc
01.2003 - 01.2007
AutoCAD Draftsman/Designer
Aire Systems (Trane)
01.1998 - 01.2000
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology, General Technology, Computer-Aided Drafting and Design
University of Arkansas
Diploma - Professional Commercial Diving
Divers Institute of Technology
ASME -
LONG STAR COLLEGE SYSTEM
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceWork from home optionHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leave401k matchPaid time offStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsAffiliations
- Asian Pacific Hartage Association
- Texas Veterans Commission
Languages
English
Interests
Underwater Welding and Construction
Science
Technology
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