Erica McCracken
Colmesneil,TX
Summary
Highly skilled Mechanical Design Engineer with comprehensive experience in designing, developing, and optimizing mechanical components and systems. Strong ability to apply engineering principles and concepts for product innovation and problem resolution. Demonstrated success in enhancing efficiency through process improvements and team collaboration. Proven track record of providing high-quality designs that meet project requirements and client expectations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Design Engineer
Lufkin Gears
Lufkin, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Lead the design and development of gearboxes using Creo 3D modeling software, ensuing accuracy and efficiency in all design phases
- Perform comprehensive gear analysis calculations, including oil flow, gear geometry, bearing load analysis, deflection, and others to optimize performance and reliability
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine designs, troubleshoot issues, and enhance gearbox functionality
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications to deliver high-quality and cost-effective solutions
- Utilize advanced engineering principles to solve complex design challenges and improve gearbox efficiency, durability, and performance
Project Engineer
IKG Industries
Channelview, TX
05.2019 - 04.2023
- Used MicroStation to detail steel bar grating drawings in 2D
- Used Tekla to detail steel bar grating in 3D
- 3D model coordination on the daily, typically Tekla and SDS/2 software was used
- Acted as team leader, and able to complete multiple projects at the same time
- Worked with two different teams of detailers: It was my responsibility to review the order, take note of anything that was not IKG standard or not included in the quote, assign the order to a detailer, review once the order was detailed, and send the drawings to the customer for approval
- Completed RFI's, and change orders daily
- Used Infor Syteline to update status of jobs
- Created a schedule for approval submittals, and release for fabrication
- Used Core FTP to send and receive documents to and from customer safely
- Built relationships with customers for my timely manner in responses, able-ness to cater to their needs, sticking to their delivery schedules, and just overall try to make their job as easy as possible
- Had training in estimating, 3D modeling, and lay out (creating BOM, laying out grating panels, generating ship sheets, etc.)
Engineering Intern
Saulsbury Industries
Franklin, LA
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Gathered progress from the field and entered progress into Cloud EPC program
- Ran daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports
- Learned how to properly choose valves, pipe to be installed, equipment, etc.
- Helped QC put together hydro-test packages
- Walked lines with QC for punchlist items
- Helped the field engineer redline P&ID's and isometric drawings
- Helped expeditors with requisitions, and organization
- Document control paperwork
Server/Hostess
Fisherman's Wharf
Galveston, TX
07.2014 - 07.2018
- Was 'lead' server of almost every shift: this included assigning set up duties, sections, and breakdown duties
- Helped train new servers/hosts
- Worked with individual servers to improve performance
- Helped set up, and run banquets held by the restaurant
- Learned how to speak professionally, and to have professional posture
- Effectively communicated with managers, and kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, or special needs
Server
Elijah's Cafe
Woodville, TX
06.2013 - 08.2013
- Delivered friendly, and fast service
- Answered customer inquiries
- Skillfully anticipated and addressed guests' service needs
- Managed opening duties, and closing duties
Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Marine Engineering Technology
Texas A & M University-Galveston
Galveston, TX01.2018
Associate in Science (AS) - General Studies
Northeast Texas Community College
Mount Pleasant, TX01.2013
Skills
- Time management
- Tekla
- Customer service
- SDS/2
- Bluebeam
- Project Coordination
- CAD
- SyteLine
- Leadership
- MicroStation
- Manufacturing
- Strategic Planning
- Project Engineering
- Document Management
- Organizational skills
- Project Scheduling
- Microsoft Office
- CREO
- TeamCenter
- Windchill
- Welding Experience
- Machine Shop Experience
- Compliance standards
- Technical documentation
- Customer relationships
Awards
- President's Academic Excellence Award, 2013
- Phi Theta Kappa Society, 2012
Groups
- Collegiate Softball Player, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, 2013 to 2014
- Collegiate Softball Player, Northeast Texas Community College, 2011 to 2013
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mechanical Design Engineer
Lufkin Gears
05.2023 - Current
Project Engineer
IKG Industries
05.2019 - 04.2023
Engineering Intern
Saulsbury Industries
05.2018 - 08.2018
Server/Hostess
Fisherman's Wharf
07.2014 - 07.2018
Server
Elijah's Cafe
06.2013 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Marine Engineering Technology
Texas A & M University-Galveston
Associate in Science (AS) - General Studies
Northeast Texas Community College