James Wagner
Senior CAD Designer
Allen Park,MI
Summary
Creative and innovative Automotive CAD Designer with 8+ years of experience in
exterior and interior lighting, bringing a proactive and positive attitude to
collaborate with engineering and production teams to create innovative
lighting designs and compliment with ASME and SAE standards.
Proficient in various CAD software such as CATIA V5, AutoCAD and have
knowledge in SolidWorks.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Designer
North American Lighting
10.2015 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of designs into final products.
- Create 3D model proposals to drive team alignment around Engineering Vision.
- Deliver feasible, design intent, high quality 3D models on time, to deliverable requirements..
- Problem solved to find geometric solutions using 3D CAD that balance attributes with the product concept. business case, and other guiding principles.
- Streamlined design processes, resulting in increased efficiency and faster project completion times.
Mechanical Designer
Magnum Manufacturing
Canton, MI
09.2012 - 09.2015
- Improved mechanical design processes by implementing advanced CAD software and streamlining workflow.
- Established strong working relationships with vendors, ensuring timely delivery of quality components at competitive prices.
- Enhanced product performance through rigorous testing, analysis, and optimization of mechanical components.
- Created comprehensive technical documentation to support manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance of designed products.
Education
Associate of Science - Industrial Design
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI 09.2009 - 05.2012
Skills
CATIA V5
SolidWorks
Sheet Metal Design
Plastic Part Design
Simulation and testing knowledge
Surface modeling expertise
Design for Assembly
Teamwork and Collaboration
Design modeling
References
References upon request
Timeline
Senior Designer
North American Lighting
10.2015 - Current
Mechanical Designer
Magnum Manufacturing
09.2012 - 09.2015
Associate of Science - Industrial Design
Henry Ford College
09.2009 - 05.2012