Jay Duncan
Eldridge
Summary
Experienced professional CAD designer with a strong background in 2D and 3D modeling. Known for consistently delivering innovative and efficient solutions. Possesses expertise in CAD software, tooling, and project management. Highly dependable team player who easily adapts to changing project demands while remaining focused on achieving optimal results. Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving abilities are the driving force behind project success.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Engineer / CAD Administrator
Invio Automation
06.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Invio Automation is an international company providing tooling, automation, and robotic fixtures
- Formulated design weld and assembly fixtures for numerous customers in various industries
- Managed Creo and SolidWorks CAD software components and libraries
- Streamlined the design process for increased efficiency by utilizing advanced CAD software tools.
- Identified design flaws and provide alternative solutions in a team setting
- Interacted with customers and engineers to meet expected timelines and project completion
Designer
Cobham Mission Systems
02.2015 - 06.2022
- Company Overview: Cobham is a worldwide company making products for life support, communications, and military contracts
- Worked with strategic teams on numerous military and government projects providing high quality mockups for client approval
- Developed innovative design concepts for as creative solutions to client challenges resulting in high level client satisfaction and repeat business
- Designed tooling fixtures for testing
Designer
ENTEGEE Engineering Technical Group
06.2011 - 02.2015
- Company Overview: Entegee Engineering is a manufacturing and tooling company providing outsourced engineering solutions across Noth America
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints
- Developed innovative design concepts for improved quality control and customer satisfaction
- Designed tooling fixtures for various clients
- Worked extensively with automotive fuel modules
Police Officer
ELDRIDGE POLICE DEPARTMENT
02.2011 - 04.2011
- Completed Field Training for City of Eldridge
Tool Designer
HAWK TECHNOLOGY
08.2010 - 02.2011
- Company Overview: Hawk Technology is a privately owned company specializing in robotic integration and tooling for domestic and international applications for product manufacturing including agriculture and construction
- Designed and detailed fixtures varying in size and complexity
- Assisted clients in achieving the most cost effective and efficient tool solutions
- Model and part development utilizing Pro Engineer and CAD systems
Tool Designer
EAGLE ENGINEERING INC
05.2008 - 08.2010
- Company Overview: Eagle Engineering is a privately owned company which designs and manufactures various types of fixtures to aid in producing production parts for their product line including agriculture
- Designed and detailed fixtures varying in size and complexity
- Assisted clients in achieving the most cost effective and efficient tool solutions
- Assisted colleagues in utilizing more productive methods in Wildfire/ProEngineer
CAD Designer
MCLAUGHLIN BODY CO
12.2006 - 05.2008
- Company Overview: McLaughlin Body Co is a leading manufacturer of cabs in the industry for several different markets
- Worked with a design team to develop ergonomic cabs for customers in the agricultural market
- Aided in the development of internal weld fixtures for production of cabs
- Worked closely with customers to develop a cab that suited their particular needs
CAD Designer
SEARS SEATING
05.2003 - 06.2004
- Company Overview: Sears Seating is a division of Sears Manufacturing Company, which manufactures superior seating products engineered for the human form
- Prepared detailed drawings based on engineering specifications, which were used to create prototype parts for suppliers and internal experimental department
- Worked with research and development department to resolve issues with form, fit, and function of pilot seats
- Assisted colleagues with Pro/ Engineer questions and created several tools to ease Pro/ Engineer job tasks
Product Engineer/ CAD Administrator
HARDI MIDWEST INC.
10.1994 - 11.2002
- Company Overview: HARDI INC
- Is a wholly owned subsidiary of HARDI INTERNATIONAL, which manufactures and distributes agricultural spraying equipment
- Managed design project for a Cat III 3 PT sprayer and boom, from re-design to fabrication with specifications and consultation from department engineer
- Served as a critical member of a successful design team for a Self-Propelled sprayer, which was introduced into the North American and Australian markets
- Responsible for Pro/ENGINEER software administration for team designs, including problem solving, training and system organization
Education
Software Education - Creo, Pro/E, Solidworks, Windchill
PTC Modules
Lisle, ILGED -
Duncanvile ISD
Duncanville, TXSkills
- Creo Parametric Administrator
- Pro/ENGINEER Software Proficiency
- Proficient in SolidWorks
- 2D and 3D modeling expertise
- Comprehensive Tooling Experience
- Engineering change order management
- Effective Solutions Development
- Extensive knowledge of Quality Control
- Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Power Point
Timeline
Design Engineer / CAD Administrator
Invio Automation
06.2022 - Current
Designer
Cobham Mission Systems
02.2015 - 06.2022
Designer
ENTEGEE Engineering Technical Group
06.2011 - 02.2015
Police Officer
ELDRIDGE POLICE DEPARTMENT
02.2011 - 04.2011
Tool Designer
HAWK TECHNOLOGY
08.2010 - 02.2011
Tool Designer
EAGLE ENGINEERING INC
05.2008 - 08.2010
CAD Designer
MCLAUGHLIN BODY CO
12.2006 - 05.2008
CAD Designer
SEARS SEATING
05.2003 - 06.2004
Product Engineer/ CAD Administrator
HARDI MIDWEST INC.
10.1994 - 11.2002
Software Education - Creo, Pro/E, Solidworks, Windchill
PTC Modules
GED -
Duncanvile ISD
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