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Joshua Dawson

Long Beach,CA

Summary

I have and continue to build skills that allow me to thrive in any environment. I approach everything with the attitude that anything is possible if you think it through, do your research and expand on your skills. I love challenging situations that take me out of my comfort zone. I do not like to be idle. There is always something that can be done or learned. Throughout my career I have had the opportunity to develop a vast array of skills in the Automotive, Marine, and Machining and Fabrication work spaces. These skills range from design, engineering, and development to machining, fabrication and hands on execution of metal, composite and wood parts and products.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Innovations Manager, Director of R&D and in house Mfg, Engineer

Meyers Manx
04.2022 - Current
  • I joined Meyers Manx as the Innovations Manager in April of 2022
  • In this roll I was instrumental in the early development of the new 2.0 Electric Manx
  • As the team continued to grow and the focus of the company evolved, I transitioned into the roll of Director of R&D and In House Manufacturing
  • I have been responsible for the layout and execution of our new prototyping and low volume manufacturing facility in Irvine
  • I manage the team that is responsible for machining, welding, and assembly of new product for testing and first run production

Hard Modeler, Team Lead, Process Engineer

General Motors
01.2011 - 03.2022
  • During my time at GM I began as a metal fabricator
  • Taught myself CAD modeling (NX)
  • Handled purchasing and product sourcing
  • Lead the fabrication team
  • Handled complex vehicle wiring and electrical system integrations
  • Ran the waterjet and taught others to run the waterjet

Shop Manager, Parts and Warranty Manager, Technical Support lead

Mag International
08.2008 - 08.2010
  • I was hired to setup a production shop to design and outfit utility trucks with accessories and custom modifications including electric drive, automatic transmission conversions, and 4 wheel drive conversions
  • I started with an empty warehouse, purchased and installed all equipment, hired 20 employees, and managed shop operations while developing new products
  • I also managed the parts department (inventory, supply orders, customer orders)
  • I was also the primary contact for technical support of the vehicles post sale

President / CEO

JD Performance Fabrication inc.
04.2002 - 03.2009
  • I was the principal owner and operator of the company
  • We specialized in customizing vehicles
  • I employed and managed as many as 10 people
  • Work included classic car restorations, suspension design and fabrication, roll cage and chassis design and fabrication, production metal work, sheet metal fabrication, vehicle wiring, custom brake systems and engine performance modifications and complete builds

Engine rebuilder and installer

Performance engine and marine
02.1999 - 03.2002
  • Built, installed and tuned high performance engines for boats, hotrods and race cars

Mechanic

03.1997 - 02.1999
  • Work as a general mechanic diagnosing and repairing cars, trucks, RV's and boats

Education

Welding Certificate - Engine Machining and Assembly in Automotive

Cypress College
Cypress, CA
06.1997

Highschool Diploma - Automotive Repair, Electronic

Millikan Highschool
Long Beach, CA
06.1995

Skills

  • Cad Engineering and design
  • Welding / metal fabrication
  • Electrical control system design, repair
  • Project Management
  • Team Management
  • Process development and implementation
  • Parts and Equipment sourcing and procurement
  • Inventory Management
  • IT Support
  • Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Jira, Illustrator
  • Mechanical Diagnoses and Repair
  • Electrical System Troubleshooting

Certification

Forklift operator

Forklift instructor

Scissor lift operator

Scissor lift instructor

Tig welding

IATA / 49CFR Shipping (expired)


Timeline

Innovations Manager, Director of R&D and in house Mfg, Engineer

Meyers Manx
04.2022 - Current

Hard Modeler, Team Lead, Process Engineer

General Motors
01.2011 - 03.2022

Shop Manager, Parts and Warranty Manager, Technical Support lead

Mag International
08.2008 - 08.2010

President / CEO

JD Performance Fabrication inc.
04.2002 - 03.2009

Engine rebuilder and installer

Performance engine and marine
02.1999 - 03.2002

Mechanic

03.1997 - 02.1999

Highschool Diploma - Automotive Repair, Electronic

Millikan Highschool

Welding Certificate - Engine Machining and Assembly in Automotive

Cypress College
Joshua Dawson