James Caleb Thompson
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Professional engineer with solid background in research and development. Skilled in innovative problem-solving, product design, and data analysis. Strong collaborator, adaptable to changing project needs, and consistently drives team success. Known for technical proficiency and attention to detail, ensuring impactful results.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
R&D Engineer, Interior Exterior Systems
Mazda North American Operations
Huntsville, AL
01.2022 - Current
- Led multiple projects within a cross functional team environment.
- Performed root cause analysis utilizing fault tree analysis. Implemented countermeasures in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with design engineers to optimize product specifications and functionality.
- Drove continuous improvement efforts, resulting in streamlined processes and reduced cycle times.
Quality Engineering Intern
SMP Automotive Group-University of Alabama
Courtland, AL
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Contributed to creation and recording of PPAP utilizing Excel.
- Performed tool KPI in a team environment utilizing Root Cause Analysis.
Engineering Intern
NALCO Corporation
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Extracted and analyzed oil and water samples throughout oil refining process.
- Improved safety and increased efficiency through process analysis.
Assembly and Test Engineering Co-op
Eaton Aerospace
Jackson, MS
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Designed tooling and test stands using Creo/ProE from initial design concept to final product.
- Completed Engineering Change Orders for outdated drawings and documentation.
- Implemented new tooling and testing processes into plant procedures.
- Participated in Continuous Improvement events.
Drafting Technician and Surveyor Assistant
White, Lynn, and Collins Civil Engineering Group
Florence, AL
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Drafted professional drawings in Civil3D adhering to ANSI standards.
- Drafted and edited structural designs from engineer sketches.
- Assisted surveyor with field surveys.
Education
Master of Science - Industrial And Systems Engineering
University of Alabama At Huntsville
Huntsville, AL07-2027
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL12-2021
Associates - Design Engineering Technology
Northwest Shoals Community College
Muscle Shoals, AL05-2017
Skills
- Skilled in engineering software such as AutoCAD, NX, ProE/Creo, and Minitab
- Experienced in applying ASME Y145 guidelines for drafting accuracy
- Process optimization in manufacturing
- Design optimization
- Team collaboration
- Effective multitasking
Timeline
R&D Engineer, Interior Exterior Systems
Mazda North American Operations
01.2022 - Current
Quality Engineering Intern
SMP Automotive Group-University of Alabama
08.2021 - 12.2021
Engineering Intern
NALCO Corporation
01.2020 - 04.2020
Assembly and Test Engineering Co-op
Eaton Aerospace
06.2018 - 08.2018
Drafting Technician and Surveyor Assistant
White, Lynn, and Collins Civil Engineering Group
08.2016 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
The University of Alabama
Associates - Design Engineering Technology
Northwest Shoals Community College
Master of Science - Industrial And Systems Engineering
University of Alabama At Huntsville