Harry Thomas Steed
Summary
CAD professional prepared for complex design challenges leveraging deep experience in technical drawing and drafting. Known for reliability and adaptability, with strong focus on teamwork and achieving project milestones. Proficient in CAD software and valued for problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Creo CAD Designer
Stewart Technology
07.2015 - 02.2025
- Supported product development efforts with timely creation of 2D drawings and 3D models based on client requirements.
- Increased accuracy of manufacturing specifications by refining technical drawings for better clarity and precision.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns quickly and providing solutions tailored to their needs.
- Worked closely with engineers to develop innovative solutions for complex design challenges, leading to successful project completions.
- Provided training to junior designers, improving their proficiency in using industry-standard CAD applications.
- Developed intricate 3D models, resulting in more accurate representations of design concepts.
- Improved productivity within the design team by introducing time-saving shortcuts within various CAD software programs.
Creo Designer
New Era Recruiting
01.2013 - 07.2015
- Contract position for Stewart Technology (formerly Stewart Engineers)
Engineering Technician
Monsanto Corporation
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Company Overview: Belcan Services
- Belcan Services
Manufacturing Engineering Technician
Biomerieux Inc
01.2006 - 01.2010
Architectural Drafter
Handcrafted Homes
01.2003 - 01.2004
Mechanical Design Drafter
Lenox China
01.1995 - 01.2003
CAD Operator / Documentation Control
Simplex Time Recorder Company
01.1994 - 01.1995
Mechanical Design Drafter
MDM (Machine Design & Manufacturing Co.)
01.1993 - 01.1994
Design Drafter / Vacuum Technician / Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician
Duke University Free Electron Laser Lab
01.1990 - 01.1993
Electronic CAD Specialist
Avnet Laboratories
01.1988 - 01.1990
Detail Drafter
Channel Master
01.1983 - 01.1988
- Company Overview: Avnet Labs
- Avnet Labs
Education
Mechanical Engineering Technology -
Wake Technical College
Raleigh, NC03.2025
A.A.S. - Mechanical Drafting Technology
Wake Technical College
Raleigh, NC01.2006
Electronics Engineering Technology -
Johnston Technical Community College
Smithfield, NC01.1987
Electronics Engineering Technology -
Vance-Granville Community College
Henderson, NC01.1985
Certification - Mechanical Drafting Technology
J.F. Webb High School
Oxford, NC01.1983
Skills
- Expertise in Solid Modeling
- Product lifecycle management
- Creo Parametric 90
- Experienced with various Creo Parametric Software Modules
- Windchill Data Management
- Autodesk AutoCAD 2020
- Autodesk Inventor 2018
- Autodesk Vault Management
- Solidworks 2018
- Keyshot 90 Rendering Software
- Mastercam CAD/CAM
- Virtual Gibbs CAD/CAM
- Mechanical, Electronic, and Architectural Drafting
- Knowledge of ANSI Y145 Drafting Standards and GD&T
- Technical Drawing Interpretations
- Structural Steel Design
- Sheet Metal Fabrication Design
- Basic Welding Concepts
- AWS Best Practices
- Technical Drawing Interpretations
- Engineering drawing interpretation
- MS Word
- MS Excel
- MS Power Point
- MS Access
Accomplishments
* Worked with design team to complete and facilitate several multi-million dollar design projects ranging from one million to 250 million dollar price tags.
* Developed company part & drawing numbering systems
* Standardized drawing formats across all CAD platforms
* Design of 400 thru 800 Ton Float Glass Tin Bath Systems
* Converting all 2D hand-drawn paper legacy files to CAD format protecting company intellectual property.
* Establishing company 3D Parts & Drawing Library
Timeline
Senior Creo CAD Designer
Stewart Technology
07.2015 - 02.2025
Creo Designer
New Era Recruiting
01.2013 - 07.2015
Engineering Technician
Monsanto Corporation
01.2012 - 01.2013
Manufacturing Engineering Technician
Biomerieux Inc
01.2006 - 01.2010
Architectural Drafter
Handcrafted Homes
01.2003 - 01.2004
Mechanical Design Drafter
Lenox China
01.1995 - 01.2003
CAD Operator / Documentation Control
Simplex Time Recorder Company
01.1994 - 01.1995
Mechanical Design Drafter
MDM (Machine Design & Manufacturing Co.)
01.1993 - 01.1994
Design Drafter / Vacuum Technician / Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician
Duke University Free Electron Laser Lab
01.1990 - 01.1993
Electronic CAD Specialist
Avnet Laboratories
01.1988 - 01.1990
Detail Drafter
Channel Master
01.1983 - 01.1988
A.A.S. - Mechanical Drafting Technology
Wake Technical College
Electronics Engineering Technology -
Johnston Technical Community College
Electronics Engineering Technology -
Vance-Granville Community College
Certification - Mechanical Drafting Technology
J.F. Webb High School
Mechanical Engineering Technology -
Wake Technical College
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