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Grant Williams

Tucson,AZ

Summary

Dedicated mechanical engineer with 3+ years of experience leading design, development, and testing of medical manufacturing systems. Seeking to leverage my experience in mechanical design, project management, and team collaboration. Considered an asset while contributing excellence in cross-functional project leadership to deliver products and solutions on-time and within budget.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechanical Engineer II

Vante
Tucson, AZ
04.2023 - Current
  • Led in design, development, and communication of over 400 custom catheter tipping tools for 100+ different clients while maintaining internal organization of solid models and drawings for ease of future orders and future engineering use.
  • Developed modified systems to help introduce established clients to new fields in the medical device industry.
  • Practiced consistent project communication with past and current clients, sales, and internal operations to maintain promised project timelines.
  • Led an NPD based team of engineers joining sister companies to design and test an RF welding platform with intent to move into full automation following prototype build.

Mechanical Engineer

Vante
Tucson, AZ
03.2021 - 04.2023
  • Designed and tested alternative models and material processing methods to assess feasibility, necessity for modification, effects of different operating conditions, and potential for new applications.
  • Developed rapid prototype catheter tipping and bonding molds; securing numerous manufacturing contracts with different clients.
  • Produced D.O.E. for various clients to validate processing with new tipping molds in preparation for production, leading to multiple high value tooling / system purchases.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in and applied optimized design for machinability and project target budget.

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Lasertel
Tucson, AZ
05.2019 - 12.2019
  • Designed and prototyped multi-variable flow tests to improve in-house laser cooling using current cooling systems.
  • Collected and synthesized data and presented results with suggested solutions in a professional environment.
  • Assembled lensing station while creating documentation of build process to improve efficiency of future builds.
  • Designed contamination tests to improve laser sanitization and safety for clients.

Welder / Team Member

Williams Custom Iron
Tucson, AZ
05.2013 - 08.2018
  • Installation and repair assistant in the field for railing, gates, security doors, custom projects, etc.
  • Formed strong team and client communication skills through the complete job process from sale to installed finished product.
  • Estimated job costs including materials, install time, labor, and travel. Completion of work sales.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
05-2020

Skills

  • Proficiency in SolidWorks 3D modeling/EPDM
  • Microsoft based products (Word, Excel, Vision, Database)
  • Proficiency in the thermal properties of plastic materials
  • Basic GD&T drafting knowledge and understanding

Accomplishments

High-Five Award - November 2023

High-Five Award - August 2022

Timeline

Mechanical Engineer II

Vante
04.2023 - Current

Mechanical Engineer

Vante
03.2021 - 04.2023

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Lasertel
05.2019 - 12.2019

Welder / Team Member

Williams Custom Iron
05.2013 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Northern Arizona University
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