JMP, Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW
Garrett Smith
Engineer
Longmont,Colorado
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven engineer with expertise in process optimization, product development, and mechanical design. Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my skills and experience to contribute to innovative projects and drive engineering excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
41
41
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Seagate Technology
06.2019 - 06.2023
- Participated in developing the latest HDD HAMR technology within a diverse, collaborative team (Advanced Research Development)
- Utilized JMP software to conduct comprehensive data analysis packages and deliver technical briefings to product and engineering leadership, enabling informed decision-making on the potential impacts of diverse design modifications
- Managed detailed failure studies, overseeing both data analysis and lab dispatch, to support product leads in implementing essential corrective measures for reliability improvement and technological advancement
- Oversaw the Design of Experiments (DOEs) held by the mechanical sub-team, which included firmware and upstream design changes, ensuring that factory operations, data analysis, and final design review were all coordinated effectively
- Supervised numerous bench test operations for the mechanical team by using Python and MATLAB
- These included tests to reproduce failures for thorough analysis, studies of physical phenomena and their effects, and evaluations of environmental conditions to fine-tune the fly height control system algorithm
- Helped ensure product reliability for the market's distribution of millions of HDDs by bringing the 5-year Cumulative Failure Rate (CFR) down from over 30% to less than 5% in only two years.
Systems Design Engineer
Seagate Technologies (Senior Design Project)
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Developed a solution to center hard-drive disks to ultra-tight tolerances (runout of 0.0003"), optimizing the performance of statically balanced disk drives while eliminating the need for costly counterweights, resulting in substantial annual savings
- Directed a cross-functional team in crafting a resilient design framework, employing comprehensive Finite Element Analysis (FEA), precise Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) evaluations, and other rigorous system-wide analyses to ensure manufacturing and assembly readiness
- Advanced the development and integration of a unique design to solve one of the major problems that disk drive manufacturers face, potentially saving Seagate millions of dollars a year.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Keplinger Research Group (Soft Robotics)
09.2016 - 05.2019
- Assisted in the design, fabrication, and characterization of cutting-edge electrostatic actuators with various actuation modes, pushing the boundaries of soft robotics innovation
- Employed analytical modeling techniques in MATLAB to investigate mechanical performance metrics, pioneered CAD-assisted (NX) heat-sealing methodologies for thermoplastics fabrication, and utilized custom high-voltage control circuits with LabVIEW to control actuation
- Fostered a collaborative work environment with extensive coordination and communication among graduate students and advisors
- Co-authored two publications featured in Advanced Science and Science Robotics, with one receiving recognition from National Geographic.
Education
Master of Science - Engineering Management
University of Colorado Boulder
05.2001 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder 05.2001 - 05.2019
Skills
Mechanical Design: SolidWorks, ANSYS, GD&T, Engineering Drawings, Portfolio
Lab Equipment: Environmental Test Chambers, Cleanroom Operations, ESD Protocols, SEM, AFM, Oscilloscopes
Prototyping: Tinkermill Makerspace Member - Certified in 3-axis CNC, Manual Mills, Lathes, Welding, 3D Printers, Laser Cutter, Soldering, and Woodshop
Software
Certification
CSWE (Certified SolidWorks Expert)
Interests
Snowboarding, Mountain Biking, Brazilian Jui Jitsu, Woodworking, Camping
Timeline
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Seagate Internal)
08-2021
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Seagate Technology
06.2019 - 06.2023
CSWE (Certified SolidWorks Expert)
02-2019
Systems Design Engineer
Seagate Technologies (Senior Design Project)
09.2018 - 05.2019
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Keplinger Research Group (Soft Robotics)
09.2016 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Engineering Management
University of Colorado Boulder
05.2001 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Colorado Boulder
05.2001 - 05.2019