Juan Camilo Rocha
Pooler,GA
Summary
Hands-on Mechanical and Product Design Engineer with eleven years of experience in the aerospace and transportation industries, with a background in developing commercial and military products. Skilled in Stress Analysis, SolidWorks, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), CATIA V5, SmarTeam, ANSYS, manufacturing, milling and machining, testing, troubleshooting, product development, validation, prototyping and product lifecycle management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Design Engineer II/Engineer III
Great Dane Trailers
Pooler, Ga
11.2020 - Current
- Lead design engineer in the implementation of an improved slider hose system that increases trailer undercarriage ground clearance and eliminates hose rubbing during operation
- Collaborate with quality and manufacturing engineering in the development of quality control plans, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA) and work instructions
- Conduct and lead pilot trials at various manufacturing facilities
- Assist and train operators during pilot builds
- Work in partnership with plant managers and manufacturing personnel to implement designs into production
- Responsible for product lifecycle management using PDP practices and Aras innovator platform
- Innovate and re-design refrigerated trailer side doors for manufacturability and weight and part/cost reduction by implementing a composite panel, and improved aluminum frame with less mechanical fasteners
- Perform structural load analysis on aluminum door frame components using Ansys to determine structural improvements over previous door design
- Test prototype door assemblies and conduct benchmark analysis with FEA results for validation
- Mitigate and find a solution to Dry Van trailer water leaks, by designing improved EPDM roof gaskets
- Created detailed 3D models and simulations to effectively communicate design intent, resulting in faster prototyping and testing phases.
- Developed prototypes using rapid prototyping methods such as 3D printing or CNC machining for efficient validation of form, fit, and function concepts before mass production launch.
- Streamlined manufacturing processes for increased efficiency and reduced production costs.
- Presented design proposals to stakeholders, highlighting key features and advantages while addressing any concerns or objections, resulting in project approval.
- Mentored junior engineers on best practices in product design engineering, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
- Communicated with vendors and key suppliers to select project materials and meet customer needs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process changes.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Schroth Safety Products LLC
Ft Lauderdale, FL
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Create technical drawings for aviation restraint systems used for military and commercial applications using Solidworks and Corell Draw
- Participate in the design of seating systems used in ground military vehicles
- Supported SpaceX in the design, testing and development of a cargo restraint system used on the Dragon2 spacecraft program
- Assist manufacturing with production orders
- Developed detailed 3D models and drawings, ensuring accurate communication of design intent to fabrication teams.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Astronics DME/Hughey & Phillips DME
Ft Lauderdale, FL
02.2014 - 09.2019
- Design and develop mechanical envelopes for light fixtures used on airport runways and taxiways using SolidWorks
- Prepare and conduct preliminary, critical and final design reviews (PDR, CDR, FDR) throughout product lifecycle
- Create sheet metal, thermo-formed plastic parts, plastic injection molded and extruded parts using SolidWorks
- Collaborate with optical and electrical engineers to design airfield lighting products compliant with FAA requirements
- Analyze stress and structural integrity of mechanical envelopes using SolidWorks simulation software
- Aid manufacturing and operators with effective assembly procedures on first article units
- Participate in product assembly and manufacture in the production floor
- Supervise and inspect revised drawings during prototype and first article builds
- Design and build prototypes for concept validation
- Conduct thermal, wind load, shock, stress and structural compliance testing on working prototypes
- Witness and supervise load tests prepared by third party laboratories
- Evaluate non-conformance parts during first article inspections (FAI)
- Create multiple yield devices proprietary of Astronics DME according to FAA specifications and load ranges
- Liaise with suppliers during product lifecycle
- Developed detailed 3D models and drawings, ensuring accurate communication of design intent to fabrication teams.
Service Engineering Intern
Chrysler LLC
Auburn Hills, MI
05.2013 - 08.2013
- Participate in the development of the new generation Town and Country minivan
- Ensure component designs were compliant with service efficiency practices
- Analyze design math using Team Center and Path Planning to verify serviceability
- Interact with Advanced Concepts Engineering team, by proposing alternative designs for serviceability purposes
- Compiled and analyzed project data to assist in preparation of detailed reports for stakeholder presentations.
Service Technician
Acura of Orange Park/ Southeast Toyota/ Coggin Honda
Jacksonville, FL
05.2003 - 07.2008
- Performed major vehicle diagnostics ranging from basic maintenance repairs to engine overhauls
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Florida International University
Miami, FL12.2013
Skills
- SolidWorks & PDM
- ANSYS
- CATIA V5 & SmarTeam
- Sheet metal design
- Tolerance stack-up analysis
- Milling & machining
- Manufacturing support
- Injection molding design
- Extrusion design
- 3D printing & prototyping
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Testing
- Project management
- Manufacturing processes
- Failure mode analysis
- Product lifecycle management
- Finite element analysis
- Presentation and communication
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Accomplishments
Designed an extruded snap feature concept that was used to develop fastener-less door frames. This feature was later patented and implemented in a rear door design on a refrigerated trailer model
Certification
- Adhesives Course, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va- May2023
- FEA101: ANSYS Workbench Mechanical Introductory, Simutech Group- February2023
- Solidworks Introductory Course, Solidworks Corporation- Savannah, Ga- September2022
- Certified Automotive Technician, University of Toyota, Jacksonville FL- March2005- April2006
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Product Design Engineer II/Engineer III
Great Dane Trailers
11.2020 - Current
Mechanical Design Engineer
Schroth Safety Products LLC
09.2019 - 05.2020
Mechanical Design Engineer
Astronics DME/Hughey & Phillips DME
02.2014 - 09.2019
Service Engineering Intern
Chrysler LLC
05.2013 - 08.2013
Service Technician
Acura of Orange Park/ Southeast Toyota/ Coggin Honda
05.2003 - 07.2008
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Florida International University