Finn Weidman
Lebanon
Summary
Electromechanical Designer with extensive experience at Photonis Defense, specializing in 3D printing technology and CAD design. Skilled in converting 2D designs into advanced 3D models using SolidWorks. Proven ability to enhance product functionality and efficiency through innovative engineering solutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrotechnical Design Engineer (CAD)
Ampwave Defense
01.2025 - Current
- Serve as leader for the CAD department
- Implemented new purchased material inspection sheets and process
- Responsible for all 3D printers including operations and maintenance
- Responsible for all supply orders for 3D printers
- Introduced the company to 3D printing and design
- Redesigned existing parts to produce in a 3D format
- Began transition of all existing 2D CAD and hand drafted technical drawings to 3D format
- Helped to design several engineering projects for 3D production using Solid Works
- Assist in geometric design
- N/A (website under construction)
Owner
Mythic Industries
06.2021 - Current
- Fine detail resin printed goods - i.e. gaming miniatures, statutes, terrain
- Commission painted large and small models, gaming miniatures and figures
- FDM printed gaming and office accessories (Details available upon request)
- Vendor at The Adventurers hollow - https://www.adventurershollow.com/Vendor at The Lancaster Troll Market - https://www.lancastertrollmarket.com
- Formerly on Etsy moving to Shopify
Electrotechnical Design Engineer (CAD)
Photonis Defense
09.2022 - 12.2025
- Serve as group leader for the CAD department
- Implemented new purchased material inspection sheets and process
- Responsible for all 3D printers including operations and maintenance
- Responsible for all supply orders for 3D printers
- Introduced the company to 3D printing and design
- Redesigned existing parts to produce in a 3D format
- Began transition of all existing 2D CAD and hand drafted technical drawings to 3D format
- Helped to design several engineering projects for 3D production using Solid Works
- Assist in geometric design
- Https://www.photonisdefense.com
Additive Manufacturing Contractor (part time)
Henry Molded
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Responsible for all 3D printers including operations and maintenance
- Responsible for all supply orders for 3D printers
- Introduced the company to 3D printing and design
- Redesigned existing parts to produce in a 3D format
- Helped to design several engineering projects for 3D production using Solid Works
- Assist in Designs for 3D Printing
- Https://www.henrymolded.com
Designer
Van Tongeran America
Lebanon
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Convert working models of industrial cyclones and classifiers from blueprints into functional desktop models used for demonstrational and testing purposes
- Solely responsible for all 3-D printers including operations and maintenance
- Responsible for all supply orders for 3-D printers
- Https://van-tongeren.com/
Cad Designer
Glen-Gery Technical Services
Shoemakersville
07.2018 - 08.2019
- 2018/19 CAD Internship that transitioned to full-time hours after receiving CAD Engineering AAS
- Introduced the company to 3D printing and design
- Helped to design several engineering projects for 3D production using Inventor
- Redesigned existing parts to produce in a 3D format
- Began transition of all existing 2D CAD diagrams into 3D format
- Modeled 3D versions of the demonstration area for new customers
- Http://www.glengery.com/
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Engineering CAD Technology
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
Lancaster, PA01.2019
Certificate of Completion - Heating & Air Conditioning
Lebanon County CTC
Lebanon, PA01.2014
Diploma -
Cedar Crest High School
Lebanon, PA01.2014
Some College (No Degree) - BS in Mechanical Engineering
Penn State University
Harrisburg, PAAdditive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Skills
- Mechanical and technical drafting
- Computer-aided design
- SolidWorks and Inventor
- AutoCAD
- CREO (ProE)
- Engineering troubleshooting
- 3D printing technology
- Piping operations and drafting
- Blueprint interpretation
- Plumbing installation and equipment
- Basic electrical knowledge
- Air conditioning installation
- Welding techniques (arc, MIG, gas)
- General maintenance skills
- Small engine repair and assembly
- Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel focus)
- Woodworking, metalworking, plastics
References
- Chris Janosco, Program Manager, Photonis Defense, Lancaster, PA, (570) 436-7607, Csjanosco@gmail.com
- Frank Francisco, Senior Engineer, Photonis Defense, Lancaster, PA, (717) 314-0875, f.francisco@photonisusa.com
- Dominic Lau, Shop owner, Lancaster troll market, Lancaster, PA, (717) 823-8107, Dominic@lancastertrollmarket.com
Certification
EPA Universal HVAC Certification
Timeline
Electrotechnical Design Engineer (CAD)
Ampwave Defense
01.2025 - Current
Additive Manufacturing Contractor (part time)
Henry Molded
03.2024 - 11.2024
Electrotechnical Design Engineer (CAD)
Photonis Defense
09.2022 - 12.2025
Owner
Mythic Industries
06.2021 - Current
Designer
Van Tongeran America
10.2019 - 01.2022
Cad Designer
Glen-Gery Technical Services
07.2018 - 08.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Engineering CAD Technology
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
Certificate of Completion - Heating & Air Conditioning
Lebanon County CTC
Diploma -
Cedar Crest High School
Some College (No Degree) - BS in Mechanical Engineering
Penn State University
Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)