Fernando Rodriguez
Summary
Detail-oriented Design Engineer with expertise in Solidworks Modeling and Project Management. Reduced design turnaround and production costs while ensuring ASME Section VIII and CRN compliance on audited projects. Seeks to expand prototype development and FEA work to drive product reliability and cost savings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Design Engineer
Lakos Filtration Solutions
Fresno, CA
10.2023 - 05.2026
- Created CAD technical drawings, manufacturing drawings, and submittal packages for 10+ monthly client projects.
- Analyzed product designs for manufacturability, cost optimization, and performance requirements using SolidWorks simulations, leading to an estimated 10% cost reduction.
- Prepared Bills of Materials and quotations for pressure vessels and filtration systems exceeding $100K in value.
- Developed ASME Section VIII, D1, and CRN-compliant designs, maintaining 100% compliance on audited projects.
Inside Sales Engineer
EMCOR, Services, Mesa Energy Systems
Fresno, CA
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Constructed Proposals and Bill Of Materials for Projects.
- Drove sales and broke down the technical item options of HVAC services.
- Assisted account executives with proposals and the CRM database to track referral and appointment data.
- Worked with team members to deliver project requirements and developed solutions that meet deadlines.
- Maintained professional relationships with Maintenance Engineers, Facility Managers, and office staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA05.2023
Minor - General Business
California State University, Fresno
05.2023
Skills
- SolidWorks Modeling
- SolidWorks Finite Element Analysis
- Codeware (COMPRESS - ASME VIII Pressure Vessel Software)
- Fatigue Screening Assessments (Pressure Vessel)
- ASME Compliance
- CRN (Canadian Registration Number) Compliance
- Research and Development
- Design of Experiments (DOE)
- Prototype Development
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Proposals & Quote Construction
- Bill Of Materials
- Project Management
PROJECTS
Butterfly Valve Actuator - Dynamic/Static Analysis
Lakos Filtration Solutions, Fresno, CA | 06/2025 – 10/2025
Objective: Evaluated static and dynamic loads on a butterfly valve actuator assembly during operation and redesign. Conducted material selection for outsourced components based on strength, manufacturability, and cost.
Responsibilities:
- Analyzed dynamic loads (fluid drag, acceleration, friction) and static pressure loads.
- Evaluated material options by comparing yield strength and failure locations.
- Performed engineering calculations, CAD modeling, and FEA simulations using SolidWorks.
Water Conditioner R&D
Lakos Filtration Solutions, Fresno, CA | 05/2024 – 12/2024
Objective: Redesigned a water conditioner assembly to reduce component count from six to three, lowering assembly time and manufacturing costs. Used SolidWorks Flow Simulation to optimize fluid performance and component geometry.
Responsibilities:
- Led fluid dynamics research and development efforts.
- Selected materials and defined dimensions, tolerances, and manufacturing methods.
- Conducted durability calculations, CAD modeling, simulations, and supplier coordination for component production.
Certification
- ASME BPV CODE, SECTION VIII, DIVISION 1: DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
Timeline
Design Engineer
Lakos Filtration Solutions
10.2023 - 05.2026
Inside Sales Engineer
EMCOR, Services, Mesa Energy Systems
02.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
California State University, Fresno
Minor - General Business
California State University, Fresno