Joshua Walz
Omaha,NE
Summary
Dynamic engineer with a proven track record at Kaydee of Omaha, excelling in project management and process optimization. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced project completion time. Adept at cross-functional collaboration and quality assurance, delivering innovative solutions that meet industry standards and exceed client expectations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer
Kaydee of Omaha
Omaha, NE
04.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement engineering solutions.
- Conducted thorough analysis of design specifications to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Assisted in troubleshooting technical issues, enhancing system reliability and performance.
- Developed detailed documentation for processes and procedures to support operational efficiency.
- Participated in project planning sessions, contributing insights to improve project timelines and outcomes.
- Streamlined testing protocols, resulting in improved product quality and reduced cycle times.
- Led process improvement initiatives that enhanced workflow efficiency across engineering projects.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
- Reduced project completion time with efficient resource allocation and effective communication strategies.
- Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components.
- Optimized engineering processes by implementing innovative solutions and streamlining workflow.
- Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
- Provided input to team lead regarding areas for process and procedural improvement.
- Conducted rigorous quality assurance tests, identifying areas of improvement for product optimization.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
- Collaborated on interdisciplinary teams to develop creative, cost-effective solutions for complex projects.
- Implemented automated systems to improve accuracy and efficiency of engineering processes.
- Developed high-quality engineering designs and plans to meet industry standards.
- Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- Designed and implemented quality control processes to facilitate customer satisfaction.
- Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
- Developed comprehensive engineering documents for all projects.
- Conducted research to identify and evaluate new technologies and concepts.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
- Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Concordia High School
Omaha, NESkills
- Engineering design
- Project management
- Quality assurance
- Process optimization
- Technical documentation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Cost estimation
- Workflow efficiency improvement
- Client relationship management
- Design specifications review
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Testing protocols development
- Performance monitoring
- Innovative problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Project planning
- Technical reporting
- Engineering documentation
- System troubleshooting
- Root-cause analysis
- Time management
- Quality control
- Process improvement
- Software development
- System design
- Project estimation
- Cost analysis
- Process development
- Product development
- Design development
- Manufacturing processes
- Failure analysis
- Control systems
- Collaborative design
- Production design
- Construction oversight
- Material selection
- Bid drafting
- Team collaboration
- Hardware troubleshooting
- Automated testing
- Computer-aided design
- Design optimization techniques
- Process automation
- Quality assurance testing
- Big data analysis
- Prototype testing
- Construction engineering
- Prototype building
- Proposal presentation
- CAD proficiency
- Drawing creation
- AutoCAD drawing
- Design optimization
Accomplishments
• Generated +$3M in new revenue within 6 months by identifying and penetrating untapped market
• Independently manage ~$2M in annual project volume (4× company average of ≤$500k per engineer)
• Self-taught in engineering, design, programming, and manufacturing processes
• Developed proprietary Excel bidding tool for accurate, competitive pricing in new market; increased average bid value nearly 2×
• Created and delivered complete bids and proposals for multimillion-dollar projects
• Selected cost-effective alternative materials and imported hardware under budget
• Full project design in AutoCAD; engineered systems for production; coordinated lead times
• Previously operated all CNC machines; optimized feed rates, tooling, and cut times for increased speed and quality
• Built Kintone-based software that fully automates production scheduling and inventory for custom home builder products → eliminated ordering errors
• Created real-time sheet stock inventory app → reduced waste and search time
• Designed work order app to capture and store field sheets → ensured 100% accurate billing per house
Timeline
Engineer
Kaydee of Omaha
04.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Concordia High School