Autodesk Inventor
Garrison Comer
Taylorsville,NC
Summary
High-performing Design Engineer with a solid background in software engineering. Skilled in using CAD software, prototyping, and testing with a keen eye for detail. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in design, development and implementation of complex projects.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Engineer
Taylor King Furniture
10.2017 - Current
- Led design and production of 400+ custom frames, including parametric 3D models, BOMs, CNC setup sheets, assembly packets, and prototypes.
- Applied DMAIC and DFMA methodologies to bring outsourced components in-house, reducing lead times by 90% and cutting inventory costs by 75%.
- Developed and conducted CNC operator training, creating SOPs, maintenance schedules, and setup sheets to streamline machine operations.
- Improved material efficiency by 19% by utilizing DMAIC methodologies to improve CNC manufacturing processes.
- Improved material efficiency by 19% through implementing continuous nesting algorithms into CNC manufacturing processes.
- Reduced time-to-market by 75% by implementing iterative design frameworks with continuous feedback loops.
- Conducted stress analysis on new and existing frames, resolving design flaws and eliminating customer replacement requests.
Design Engineer
Joulin
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Developed a custom break-away side mount with integrated cylinder suction assembly for vacuum grippers, optimized for slip sheet picking. The 3D-printed solution delivered unique functionality that exceeded customer expectations.
- Designed and assembled vacuum gripper prototypes, ensuring compliance with DFMA principles and exceeding design constraints for optimal performance and manufacturability.
- Created detailed electrical drawings for all I/O routings of vacuum grippers, ensuring accurate and efficient integration of components into automation systems.
- Led process improvement initiatives for design implementations, developing comprehensive SOP documentation for CAD design and ERP integration, and enhancing workflow efficiency and standardization.
- Utilized SolidWorks to develop 3D models, 2D BOMs, and layered 2D CAD files for CNC manufacturing, streamlining manufacturing processes for vacuum grippers.
- Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
- Liaised with stakeholders to define and document design requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Systems Engineering
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC12.2016
Skills
- Rapid Prototyping
- Inventor
- Solidworks
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- I/O Schematics and Integration
- CNC Programming
- Six Sigma
- Process Improvement
- Process Optimization
- Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
Software
Solidworks
Microsoft Excel
AlphaCAM
MasterCAM
SigmaNEST
Timeline
Design Engineer
Joulin
03.2023 - 06.2023
Manufacturing Engineer
Taylor King Furniture
10.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Systems Engineering
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
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