Edward Salinas
Palm Bay
Summary
Dynamic mechanical engineer with expertise in CAD and HVAC/MEP design, previously at Firestone Auto Care. Enhanced product reliability and profitability through innovative solutions. Proven leadership in team development and mentoring, fostering adaptability in dynamic markets. Skilled in technical documentation and data analysis, driving successful project outcomes and exceeding performance expectations by 20%.
Qualified 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.
Collaborative professional applies material science, fluid dynamics and kinematics to design and develop mechanical systems. Familiar with CNC machining, rapid prototyping and other manufacturing processes. Skilled in troubleshooting and problem-solving.
Solutions-oriented engineering professional with strong understanding of product development process. Brings excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with colleagues, management and vendors. Proactive in identifying areas of improvement and taking steps to drive successful completion of projects.
Overview
2022
2022
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Engineer
Firestone Auto Care
03.2018 - 01.2022
- Attended project planning meetings to coordinate mechanical system designs with structural and architecture teams, mitigate design conflicts, and coordinate delivery timelines.
- Evaluated final product's overall performance, reliability and safety.
- Generated system concepts to satisfy product requirements.
- Established system to promote increased reliability and profitability.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed scanner equipment issues, quickly made plans for repairs and monitored use to rectify issues.
- Eliminated ineffective product line materials to resolve performance challenges and mitigate corrosion.
- Applied mechanical problem solving skills to develop creative solutions for quality products.
- Specified system components and directed product modifications to comply with engineering design and performance specifications.
- Tested newly installed systems, closely monitoring functionality and adherence to operating specifications.
Leader
Terrastar Incorporated
04.2015 - 02.2018
- Maintained team flexibility and embraced change to adapt within dynamic markets.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Trained employees on a 6man crew and assigned duties.
- Oversaw day-to-day activities of 6 employees in oil establishment, fostering inspiring atmosphere to optimize employee experiences.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Mechanical Technician
Ziegler Tire & Supply
2012 - 03.2015
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair, equipment.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Utilized varied tools and equipment to test and troubleshoot mechanical systems.
- Followed guidelines while performing maintenance and repairs to prevent work-related injuries.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Kept detailed records of repairs and maintenance for reference in future work.
- Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly, and needed product adjustments.
- Researched new technologies related to mechanical engineering to improve designs and processes.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify source of mechanical system malfunctions.
- Coordinated installation of systems, machinery, and components.
- Performed in-depth troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve range of mechanical failures.
- Used computer-aided design (CAD) software to create detailed drawings and schematics of mechanical systems.
- Completed detailed inspections of electrical and mechanical components to identify issues.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
Education
No Degree - Mechanic
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FLHigh School Diploma -
St. Lucie West Centennial High School
1485 SW Cashmere Blvd, Port St. Lucie, Fl, 3498609-2011
Skills
- Production line control
- MathWorks MATLAB
- Engineering design support
- Manufacturing process controls
- Technical documentation
- HVAC/MEP design
- Pump and piping systems
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Data analysis
- Test procedures
- On-site inspections
- Fluid mechanics
- CAD
Accomplishments
- Protective Services - Applied safety procedures and policies as outlined in Department Safety Manual.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Process Improvement - Created new departmental procedures manual.Assessed organizational training needs.
- Creative Problem Solving: - Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- Supervisor Reasonable Suspicion Training - 5-11-15
- Electronic Transmission Diagnosis Training - 03-30-2017
- Hyundai/ KIA Drivability Solutions Training- 09-28-2017
- Rapid Diag: Going Beyond the code Training- 03-03-2016
- Light Duty Diesel DPF & DEF Solutions Training- 09-11-2017
- ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Training -03-04-2019
- National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence- 03-04-2019
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer
Firestone Auto Care
03.2018 - 01.2022
Leader
Terrastar Incorporated
04.2015 - 02.2018
Mechanical Technician
Ziegler Tire & Supply
2012 - 03.2015
No Degree - Mechanic
Indian River State College
High School Diploma -
St. Lucie West Centennial High School