Astute professional highly skilled in conceptual design and sustainable building design. A talented individual offering dynamic skills and a passion for working on successful commercial projects. Desiring an Architectural Designer position with an exciting company.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Architect
Center for Building Knowledge - NJIT
12.2021 - 07.2023
Developed Revit drawings for Newark Center projects to complete designs, model renderings and specification details.
Performed condition facilities assessments.
Assisted in conduct of studies, technical assistance and training projects funded through outside sources.
Collaborated with and supports work of CBK Executive Director and other program directors as required.
Helped write reports on architectural, building construction and operations topics, with particular emphasis on energy efficiency and sustainability.
Conducted analyses as needed in support of technical assistance programs.
Helped prepare presentations to government, industry and professional associations and sponsors as method of marketing CBK for developing new funding sources/grant proposals, and for reporting CBK project findings.
Served as liaison among collaborators within, and outside, New Jersey as needed.
Intern
Kirksey Architecture
05.2022 - 08.2022
Coordinated construction documentation and drawings.
Adjusted drawings based on red linings.
Completed site visit measurements.
Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
Refined conceptual designs into detailed plans by adding floor plans, elevations and section drawings.
Researched zoning laws and building codes to verify conformance with regulatory agencies.
Produced detailed drawings and specifications used by contractors and engineers to build projects.
Engineering Designer
Hollywood Woodwork Inc
01.2020 - 04.2021
Pro-actively participated in all aspects of developing various functional products
Used AutoCAD system to prepare engineering blueprints Produced detailed construction blueprints using field survey data
Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.
Selected wall mountings and purchased furnishings, artworks and accessories to complement furniture design themes.
Prepared sketches and freehand design for various types of furniture.
Converted project specifications into drawings and other materials that would be used to create product.
Brainstormed with peers and other members of design team to determine enhancements and product features.
Followed quality control procedures such as AWI Standards.
CNC Operator
PRG Prototyping
08.2019 - 12.2019
Operated 3-axis CNC machine
Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts.
Supported quality control and inspection processes to promote production of quality products.
Input coding to program CNC machines to control machine movement and produce parts to specification.
Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
Adjusted programs or feed speed if machine malfunctioned Loaded proper materials while abiding all safety protocols
Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
Intern
Eastern Millwork
05.2019 - 08.2019
Developed curriculum for upcoming apprentices Engineered projects.
Designed company’s front sign/company’s sample cover.
Drafted documentation detailing design requirements and technical specifications.
Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
Used AutoCAD to meet design specifications for functional prototypes.
Evaluated project feasibility based on material, equipment and labor expenses.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and refine product concepts.
Worked with fabricators to test prototypes and develop production processes.
Intern
Brochsteins Inc
05.2017 - 07.2017
Assisted with 5S development/lean manufacturing.
Shadowed supervisors in various departments.
Supported multi-discipline teams to provide design solutions that balanced customer requirements for performance and cost.
Assisted in development of new materials for design projects.
Coordinated with other departments to comply with company's regulations.
Created sketches and technical drawings to present design concepts to clients.
Education
Master of Architecture - Architecture
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark
05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Technology, Architectural
Manufacturing Management &
Technology, Business Administration
Pittsburg State University
12.2019
Skills
Revit
AutoCAD 2023
Adobe Creative Suite
Bluebeam Revu
Microsoft Office
Sketchup Pro
Rhino 7
Grasshopper
Enscape
Mastercam 2018
WoodWOP
Inventor
WoodCAD/CAM
3D Rendering
BIM
Timeline
Intern
Kirksey Architecture
05.2022 - 08.2022
Junior Architect
Center for Building Knowledge - NJIT
12.2021 - 07.2023
Engineering Designer
Hollywood Woodwork Inc
01.2020 - 04.2021
CNC Operator
PRG Prototyping
08.2019 - 12.2019
Intern
Eastern Millwork
05.2019 - 08.2019
Intern
Brochsteins Inc
05.2017 - 07.2017
Master of Architecture - Architecture
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Technology, Architectural
Manufacturing Management &
Technology, Business Administration