James (Jim) Wilcox
Devine,TX
Summary
With over 15 years of experience teaching high school robotics, engineering, technology, and design, I have successfully coached multiple robotics teams consisting of 8 to 20 students across three different organizations. Throughout my career, I consistently led these teams to qualify for state-level competitions in 8 out of 12 years. In addition to my teaching experience, I possess extensive knowledge in industrial and manufacturing engineering technology, including team management/supervision, research and development, purchasing, and financial management. My proficiency in computer-aided design and drafting, production control, and process design using AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, and Fusion 360 has allowed me to effectively contribute to various projects. I am skilled in organizing strategic systems and overseeing projects while maintaining strong interpersonal relationships with students, staff, and all levels of administration. Committed to a high standard of work ethic and the development of goals and objectives, I am dedicated to making a positive impact in the field of Engineering and Technology.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher – Career and Technology Education
Devine High School
01.2009 - Current
- Teaching High School Engineering and Technology courses including Concepts of Engineering and Technology, Engineering Design and Presentation, Advanced Engineering Design and Presentation, Computer Programming, Project Lead The Way, and The Infinity Project
- Championed industry-based learning experiences, to include implementation of Rapid-Prototyping utilizing Autodesk Inventor and Fusion 3D Design software, 3D Printing, and CNC milling and lathe turning.
- Lead Sponsor – Youth Alive Christian Club
- Lead Sponsor – Devine High School Robotics, Engineering and Technology Club
- Coach – Team Robotics Competitions through Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA), BEST Robotics, and FIRST Robotics Competition
- Coach – UIL Academics Computer Science and Computer Applications
- Certified teacher of Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Introduction to Engineering Design and Computer Integrated Manufacturing
Automotive Technician
Angel Fire Automotive
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Automotive maintenance, diagnosis, repair, and performance with emphasis on problem solving and electrical system diagnosis and repair
Engineering Technologist - Project Manager
IHI Southwest Technologies (now IIA Nuclear Technologies)
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Engineering support of equipment used for the Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) inspection of welds; to include industrial, petroleum, and nuclear pressure vessels, containment vessels and plant piping systems
- Engineering support of R&D implementing rapid-prototyping utilizing AutoCAD Mechanical Desktop for 3-Dimensional Design and machine shop equipment for construction.
- Direct involvement with customers preparing proposals to establish work scope, organization, and deployment of the necessary employees and equipment to complete contracted jobs.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
Plant Engineering Manager
Custom Rubber Products
01.1999 - 01.2005
- Direct involvement with customers to develop tooling and processes required for manufacturing their products to specification
- Mold design for rubber and rubber composites using AutoCAD 2002 and AutoCAD Mechanical Desktop solid modeling software
- Coordinate the first article process through test sample manufacturing, dimensional inspection, formal customer approval, and final documentation
- Write, review, and edit production control procedures after the first article process is approved
- Inspect products during all phases of production to ensure ISO 9001-2000 quality standards and procedures
- Controlling member of the production phase of a major conversion project from a 'home-made' DOS-based manufacturing control system to a Windows-based, Lean manufacturing driven, MRP system
Education
Applied Science Degree - Automotive Technology
St. Phillips College
San Antonio, TX01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology, Computer Science
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX01.1999
General studies - Computer Technology
Tomball Community College
Tomball, TX01.1996
Skills
- Teaching
- Robotics
- Engineering
- Technology
- Design
- Coaching
- Team Management
- Supervision
- Research & Development
- Purchasing
- Financial Management
- Production Control
- Process Design
- AutoCAD
- Autodesk Inventor
- Fusion 360
- Organizing Strategic Systems
- Project Oversight
- Interpersonal Skills
- Work Ethic
- Goal Development
Timeline
Classroom Teacher – Career and Technology Education
Devine High School
01.2009 - Current
Automotive Technician
Angel Fire Automotive
01.2008 - 01.2009
Engineering Technologist - Project Manager
IHI Southwest Technologies (now IIA Nuclear Technologies)
01.2006 - 01.2008
Plant Engineering Manager
Custom Rubber Products
01.1999 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology, Computer Science
Tarleton State University
General studies - Computer Technology
Tomball Community College
Applied Science Degree - Automotive Technology
St. Phillips College
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