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Elijah Wiley

Design Engineer
Fraser,MI

Summary

Mechanical Engineering Technology graduate with hands-on experience in design engineering, manufacturing environments, and technical problem-solving. Strong background in CAD modeling, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. Known for precision, accountability, and the ability to translate complex technical problems into practical solutions.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Design Engineer

General Motors, GM
07.2025 - Current

Design, develop, and release lower-body structural components, including underbody and load-bearing structures. Create and maintain CAD models and engineering drawings, support CAE integration, DFMEA, and design validation. Collaborate with manufacturing and suppliers to ensure crash, stiffness, durability, and mass targets are achieved while maintaining manufacturability, and cost efficiency.

Service Associate

Home Depot
07.2019 - 07.2025

Managed order fulfillment processes by accurately picking, staging, and preparing products for timely customer pickup and delivery. Ensured inventory accuracy using digital systems and operated material-handling equipment safely. Worked closely with team members to meet strict fulfillment deadlines while maintaining high standards of customer service.

Design Engineer Intern

General Motors, GM
05.2023 - 08.2023

Supported the design and release of lower body structural components by creating and modifying CAD models and engineering drawings, assisting with DFMEA and design
validation activities, and collaborating with CAE and manufacturing teams to ensure designs met crash, stiffness, durability, and manufacturability requirements.

Lot Associate

Walmart
11.2018 - 05.2019

As a Cart Retrieval Associate at Walmart, I held a crucial position in maintaining a clean and organized shopping environment while providing exceptional customer service. My responsibilities included promptly gathering shopping carts from the parking lot and store premises, and ensuring their availability for customers. My dedication to this role contributed to a pleasant and hassle-free shopping experience for patrons promoting a safe and tidy store atmosphere. Through my diligent work, I played an essential part in upholding Walmart's commitment to customer satisfaction and store cleanliness.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
08.2021 - 05.2025

Skills

  • Siemens NX
  • CATIA
  • AutoCAD
  • MATLAB
  • LabView
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Time Management
  • Troubleshooting
  • Process Improvement
  • Fork Lift Certification

Timeline

Design Engineer

General Motors, GM
07.2025 - Current

Design Engineer Intern

General Motors, GM
05.2023 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

Central Michigan University
08.2021 - 05.2025

Service Associate

Home Depot
07.2019 - 07.2025

Lot Associate

Walmart
11.2018 - 05.2019
Elijah WileyDesign Engineer