Evan McCutchen
Mechanical Engineer
Oakland,TN
Summary
With over a decade of experience, including a pivotal role at TK Elevator, I've honed skills in mechanical review, design, and project leadership. My proactive approach and ability to drive continuous improvement have been instrumental in developing innovative solutions and enhancing product quality.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Lesco Design & Manufacturing
12.2023 - Current
- Managed the planning, fabrication, installation, and commissioning of facility conveyance for Ford Motor Company's new Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Engineered complex erection solutions which lead to the successful installation of 1 million + lbs of structural steel.
- Supervised and tracked the installation of conveyor systems and heavy machinery.
- Engineered Vertical Drop Lifters (elevators) for product pallet delivery.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
Supervisor CE Modernization and Components
TK Elevator
8 2021 - 12.2023
- Developed tools and training for both Design Review and Contract Engineering which lead to improvement of on-time delivery by 23% and 2%, respectively.
- Lead weekly workshops, trainings, and MDI's to ensure quality performance and business goals were obtained.
- Generated department skills matrixes and conducted employee evaluations to identify future training needs competency gaps.
- Performed root cause analysis on systemic quality defects and initiated preventative measures and stop gaps.
- Collaborated with field personnel to solve complex design limitations.
- Managed schedules of two cross-functional teams to adhere to on-time delivery goals and standards during supply chain crisis.
- Initiated SOP's and workflows to better deliver on customer needs and expectations.
- Worked with PLM and Field leadership to support creations of two new modernization product lines.
- Managed customer escalations, conducted investigations, and applied corrective actions to resolve customer issues.
New Product Development Engineer
Assa Abloy Entrance Systems
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Provided subject matter expertise in manufacturing and sourcing of raw materials for a variety of products.
- Conducted GEMBA walks to identify ways to reduce waste and increase production efficiency.
- Improved worker comfort and reduced injuries with creation of new ergonomic solutions.
- Conducted detailed verification and comparison of product design versus production FAS resulting in $20,000 of material savings.
- Built testing apparatuses to validate design capabilities through rigorous abuse and cycle testing trials.
- Ensured existing and new products attained proper certifications for safety and durability.
- Lead implementation of PDM system which greatly increased control and quality in all products.
- Ushered development and execution of ECO process to track product growth while analyzing impacts to cost and deliverability.
Mechanical Design Engineer
ThyssenKrupp Elevator
07.2018 - 02.2020
- Designed traction elevator mechanical systems in compliance with ASME A17.1 standards and requirements.
- Lead engineering high profile projects from conception to completion while collaborating with international suppliers and collaborators.
- Proactively aided clients with quality concerns and delivered resourceful solutions in an expedited manner to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Trained new engineers in Product Application Engineering and aided in supervision of manufacturing components when necessary.
- Enhanced job accountability by instilling a project management system, effectively increasing daily design output and on time delivery.
- Utilized AutoCad, SolidWorks, and Bluebeam to generate models and manufacturing prints for complex designs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN 08.2012 - 2018.05
Skills
3D & CAD - AutoCad, Inventor, SolidWorks, Bluebeam, Cobalt, Siemen's NX, MATLAB, MS Office, etc- 10 yrs
Coordination & Project Leadership - Client Interface, Budget Proposals, Preliminary Design Presentations, Develop Project Scope and Timeline - 8 yrs
Cost Reduction & Containment - Lean Manufacturing, SQDC, Quality Concern Analysis, VAVE - 7 yrs
Risk Analysis and Management - DFMEA, Work Instructions, SOP's, Strategies, Model Generation - 7 yrs
Root Cause Analysis - Lab Preparation, Testing, Writing Technical Reports, Programming, Charts, Simulations - 5 yrs
Continuous Improvement - Scheduling, Optimization, Purposeful Planning - 7 yrs
Analytical & Adaptivity - Analytical Thinking, Dynamic, Succeeds in Fast Pace Environments - 10 yrs
Machining and Fabrication - CNCs, Mills, Lathes, Angle Grinders, Plasma Cutters, Oxy-Acetylene Torches, Band Saws, Grinders, Shears, Drill Presses, Chop Saws, Etc - 4 yrs
Timeline
Project Manager
Lesco Design & Manufacturing
12.2023 - Current
New Product Development Engineer
Assa Abloy Entrance Systems
02.2020 - 08.2021
Mechanical Design Engineer
ThyssenKrupp Elevator
07.2018 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Memphis
08.2012 - 2018.05
Supervisor CE Modernization and Components
TK Elevator
8 2021 - 12.2023
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