Jonathan Azarani
Frisco
Summary
Seasoned engineer with several-year background driving engineering projects. Action-oriented professional offers top skills in product development, project management and technical analysis. Determined problem-solver proficient in cad and other various job-related software programs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Design Engineer
Peterbilt Motors
Denton
10.2023 - Current
- Lead cross-functional VA/VE initiatives to reduce manufacturing costs for heavy-duty trucks.
- Apply Lean Belt and DFSS methodologies to improve product design efficiency and manufacturability.
- Leveraged cost‑engineering tools to deliver precise cost models, benchmark supplier performance, and identify high‑value sourcing opportunities.
- Managed large-scale resourcing projects to transition components to more competitive suppliers.
- Present detailed cost-reduction strategies to leadership and secure approval for implementation.
Mechanical Engineer I
FNA Group
Mesquite
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Designed jigs, fixtures, and production tooling to increase manufacturing effectiveness.
- Conducted feasibility studies and FEA to validate structural integrity and performance.
- Developed cost-saving proposals and evaluated alternative suppliers and materials.
- Managed installation drawings, BOMs, and production documentation to support manufacturing.
Manufacturing Estimator
LGS Technologies
Lancaster
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Prepared accurate bids using Epicor ERP, ensuring competitive and profitable proposals.
- Negotiated supplier pricing and contract terms to reduce material and production costs.
- Recommended material alternatives and manufacturing solutions to increase customer value.
- Generated ~$200K in revenue within two quarters, exceeding sales goals by 15%.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics
Texas Tech University
08.2015 - 12.2019
Skills
- CAD: SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, Creo Parametric
- ERP: SAP, Sage, Epicor
- Cost Estimation Tools: APriori
- CAE / Simulation: ANSYS, Altair, SolidWorks FEA
- Technical Skills: Metal Fabrication, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Process / Methodologies: Project Management, Lean Belt Certified, Design for Six Sigma Certified
Hobbies and Interests
- Traveling
- Basketball
- Golf
- Hiking
- Dallas MFFL
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Design Engineer
Peterbilt Motors
10.2023 - Current
Mechanical Engineer I
FNA Group
05.2022 - 09.2023
Manufacturing Estimator
LGS Technologies
08.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics
Texas Tech University
08.2015 - 12.2019