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Filippo Laviano

Summary

Solutions-oriented engineering professional with strong understanding of product development process and extensive knowledge of engineering equipment and software. Brings excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with colleagues, management and vendors. Proactive in identifying areas of improvement and taking steps to drive successful completion of projects. Committed to providing accurate work with eye for detail. Dedicated professional with extensive knowledge of mechanical technologies, tools and practices. Experienced in leading projects from initial conception to completion.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Boyce Technologies
02.2016 - Current
  • Led a team of engineers to successfully complete complex projects within tight deadlines, ensuring high-quality results.
  • Reduced production costs by optimizing designs for manufacturability, ultimately increasing profitability.
  • Championed safety initiatives within the engineering department, fostering a culture of responsibility and accountability among team members.
  • Enhanced product performance with thorough testing and analysis of mechanical components, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
  • Spearheaded the implementation of new software tools for more efficient modeling and simulation tasks, accelerating project timelines.
  • Developed innovative products through research and collaboration with cross-functional teams, resulting in successful patent applications.
  • Established strong working relationships with clients through excellent communication skills and regular progress updates, building trust over time.
  • Consistently exceeded client expectations by delivering high-quality designs that addressed specific needs and requirements.
  • Mentored junior engineers to enhance their skills and foster professional growth, promoting a positive work environment.
  • Attended project planning meetings to coordinate mechanical system designs with structural and architecture teams, mitigate design conflicts, and coordinate delivery timelines.
  • Provided technical leadership for company to effectively steer strategic plans and future projects.
  • Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
  • Optimized resource allocation by balancing project workloads among team members, ensuring timely delivery of results.

Production Manager

Adaptive Manufacturing Technologies
06.2015 - 02.2016
  • Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
  • Managed an interdisciplinary team of technicians and engineers while prioritizing projects and production schedules.
  • Successfully maintained a high level of efficiency during the production of custom automated machines to meet or exceed deadlines.
  • Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
  • Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Liaised communications between engineering and production.
  • Designed and built optimal production schedules based on hours of labor, material costs, and deadlines.
  • Acted as Operations Manager when needed to maintain constant production efficiency of machinists and shop assistants.

CAD Designer

LJM Engineering
06.2014 - 08.2014
  • Lead AutoCAD Designer for Wayne B.O.E. (Energy Saving Project)
  • On-site surveys of mechanical equipments, including HVAC, electrical fixtures and sprinkler installations.
  • Designed new CAD based engineering drawings and architectural floor plans.
  • Collaborated within a cross-functional team.
  • Optimized existing design layouts for improved functionality and cost-effectiveness by utilizing advanced AutoCAD tools and features.
  • Continuously upgraded technical skills through professional development courses and independent research, staying current with industry trends and best practices.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY
05.2015

Skills

  • Manufacturing Processes & Project Management
  • Mechanical Design Expertise & Test Planning
  • Hydraulic & Pneumatic Design
  • Fluid Mechanics, Fluid Dynamics & Thermodynamics
  • Metal Fabrication & Injection Molding
  • Staff Management, Mentoring & Training
  • Hands-on Site Inspections
  • Control Systems & Automotive Engineering
  • Statistical Analysis & Reliability Engineering
  • Risk, Root Cause & Failure Analysis
  • Vibration & Structural Analysis
  • Engineering Simulation, Prototype, Development & Production
  • RF Materials Knowledge & Systems Architecture
  • Critical Thinking & Decision-Making
  • Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks

Timeline

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Boyce Technologies
02.2016 - Current

Production Manager

Adaptive Manufacturing Technologies
06.2015 - 02.2016

CAD Designer

LJM Engineering
06.2014 - 08.2014

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

SUNY Stony Brook
Filippo Laviano