Evan Walker
Sammamish
Summary
Mechanical Engineer with 3+ years of experience designing custom electromechanical test systems, mechanical assemblies, and production hardware for heavy-equipment applications. Skilled in SolidWorks-based mechanical design, test fixture/prototype development, supplier coordination, and cross-functional execution with electrical, manufacturing, and purchasing teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer
Vehicle Monitor Corporation
Redmond
05.2023 - Current
- Lead Design Engineer for over 50 projects accounting for over $10M in sales.
- Developed the next-generation GEN6 electrical testing systems to evaluate and optimize performance for new hybrid mining trucks.
- Working with vendors and purchasing departments to source cost effective parts for projects and lead quality control.
- Managed interdisciplinary team to ensure schedule adherence and revenue focused priorities.
- Designed mechanical hardware and packaging for electrically integrated test systems, including support for cable routing, connectors, sensor interfaces, and serviceable assembly layouts.
- Designing hardware for vibration, harsh environments, moisture, ingress protection, dust, and field use.
- Produced 3D models, assembly drawings, and manufacturing documentation for custom hardware builds and test-system assemblies.
- Lead customer meetings to design custom assemblies.
- Sold Caterpillar India $300,000+ worth of VMC hardware as a lead engineer and representative of our company.
Manufacturing Associate
Coates Heaters
Kent
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Responsible for assembly and quality control of commercial heaters used in multiple industries.
- Manufactured commercial heaters by stud welding the vessels and leak testing.
- Organized shipments while adhering to strict timelines.
- Worked in a manufacturing environment, full-time position.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Washington State University
Pullman, WA05-2023
Skills
- SolidWorks FEA
- SolidWorks Assembly
- ActCAD
- Python
- MATLAB
- GD&T, Tolerance Stacking
- ASME/ ISO Standards
- Microsoft Word/PowerPoint/Excel
- Electrical Circuits
- Mechanical Design
- Wire Harness Design
- BOM Creation
- Vendor Coordination
- Electrical Testing
Timeline
Engineer
Vehicle Monitor Corporation
05.2023 - Current
Manufacturing Associate
Coates Heaters
05.2019 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Washington State University