Joseph Spawn
Rock Island
Summary
Skilled mechanical engineering professional with a proven track record of utilizing technical expertise and vast experience to develop streamlined solutions. Skilled in the design and execution of mechanical systems, playing a pivotal role in driving project progress. Recognized for a proactive work ethic and dedication to meeting project deadlines and objectives, consistently delivering results.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Engineer
Lincoln Electric Automation
Bettendorf, IA
05.2022 - Current
- Develop and maintain mechanical designs for automated welding tools and systems.
- Create 3D models, detailed designs and modification of mechanical components and assemblies in Creo and Solidworks .
- Generate layout, drafts and fabrication drawings as per industry standards and ability to detail using GD&T practices.
- Collaborate with the application and quotation teams to develop new products based on concept designs.
- Analyze existing products for designs improvements to enhance reliability, reduce cost, maintenance, and repair time.
- Choosing appropriate materials and apply design for manufacturing principles equipment design.
- Work with suppliers to specify the sizing of the components and help project management with technical details associated with structuring specified parts.
Weekend Shift Weld Lead
Lincoln Electric Automation
Bettendorf, IA
05.2017 - 05.2022
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Balanced workload distribution among welders while maintaining high-quality output levels throughout each project phase.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Maintained accurate inspection records for future reference and quality control purposes.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
Logistics/Material handler
QC Metal Pickling
Moline, IL
11.2013 - 04.2016
- Load and unloading parts using forklifts.
- Log in and sort out parts.
- Material handing
Welder/Millwright
SMS Millcraft
Blue Grass, IA
11.2011 - 11.2012
- Welding and fabrication.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to assemble or disassemble equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Western Illinois University
Moline, IL05-2022
Mechanical Engineering
Black Hawk College
Moline, IL05-2018
Skills
- CAD (Creo, Solidworks)
- FEA (ANSYS)
- Mechanical tool design
- Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
- Manufacturing processes
- Welding
- Metal fabrication
- Hydraulics & pnuematic systems
- Data analysis
- Troubleshooting
- MS (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Supervisory Experience
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer
Lincoln Electric Automation
05.2022 - Current
Weekend Shift Weld Lead
Lincoln Electric Automation
05.2017 - 05.2022
Logistics/Material handler
QC Metal Pickling
11.2013 - 04.2016
Welder/Millwright
SMS Millcraft
11.2011 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Western Illinois University
Mechanical Engineering
Black Hawk College