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Julius Ramcke

Chicago

Summary

Dynamic mechanical engineer with dual Brazilian and German nationality, fluent in Portuguese, German, English,
and Spanish. Extensive experience in consulting and project management, with a strong track record in driving
projects from concept to completion and collaborating with teams across diverse cultural settings. Known for a proactive approach,
quick adaptability, and strong problem-solving skills. Passionate about delivering results in collaborative environments and using both technical expertise and strategic insight to create impactful solutions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Energy Engineer II & Project Coordinator

Resource Innovations
05.2022 - Current
  • Efficiently manage over $15 million dollars in energy efficiency projects and multiple contractors simultaneously, provide timely updates to team members, and ensure contractors are up to date with program information.
  • Understand the organization and decision-making process to work with stakeholders in determining project eligibility, schedule installation, and potential energy savings.
  • Provide technical and customer support to incentive program participants and subcontractors.
  • Continuously assess with team members project progress to goals and develop innovative and creative solutions to new issues and/or market dynamics.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
  • Team Lead for project inspections, scheduling, and delegating over 6,000 projects around the Chicagoland area for the team.
  • Collaborated with the Forecasting Team in identifying, defining, quantifying, and driving program deliverables to be submitted accurately and on time, managing client expectations and satisfaction.
  • Actively worked with the Data Analytics team with process improving trackers, and project management tools.
  • Facilitated frequent progress reports and presentations to keep management informed about ongoing activities within their respective domains.
  • Trained and provided project scope guidance to produce high quality, on-time and on-budget deliverables across all teams.

Engineer I

AgCertain Industries, Inc.
01.2021 - 04.2022


  • Developed engineering projects for the constant improvement of the refinery, such as process development
    projects including clean steam processing, new seeds oil, industrial safety, and quality assurance programs.
  • Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
  • Trained new engineering team members and operators to perform and troubleshoot utility systems and the
    operation of refining process of different vegetable oils and glycerin.
  • Assisted senior engineers in the creation of designs, management, construction, commissioning and logistics.
  • Coordinated team assignments and provided guidance to operators to optimize productivity and efficiency both in
    glycerin and oil production.

Manufacturing & Quality Engineer (Co-op)

Borgwarner
01.2020 - 04.2020
  • Improved the Compact Brushless Actuators department plant and collaboratively designed new layouts in the
    assembly line while applying lean manufacturing principles.
  • Designed new layouts for the addition of new processes and machines.
  • Collaborated with project managers and engineers in the development of the layout for a new product line to
    decrease production time by 15%.
  • Solved aftermarket problems, such as dealing with 8D investigations and quality assurance to correct issues in the
    production line.
  • Supported design engineers in refining product specifications based on feedback from extensive testing procedures.
  • Implemented statistical process control methodologies to monitor production trends, identify potential problems, and proactively address them before they escalate.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

Iowa State University
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Taught and helped younger Mechanical Engineering students during help sessions on SolidWorks and technical drawings.
  • Developed proficiency in various CAD programs including AutoCAD, and SolidWorks to support a diverse range of projects.

Project Management & Field Engineer (Internship)

Ferrostaal / Oryzasil
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Learned the chemical process of the production of Silica from rice husk and worked in the development of the first
    complete renewable power plant to manufacture Silica and produce clean energy for own supply and commercial
    exchange.
  • Familiarized myself with the chemical process of producing Silica in the laboratory, being able to produce silica with
    a 96% purity level and apply that knowledge in the new manufacturing plant.
  • Monitored construction methods and installations, inspection and testing processes.
  • Delivered high-quality field services, ensuring all projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
  • Established rapport with clients by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns promptly and professionally.

Mechanical Engineer (Co-op)

FireDos GmbH
07.2017 - 12.2017
  • Gained cross-function experience across the company, including assembly line, design of new products, technical
    sales, quality control, and on-site installation of foam proportioners.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Created a project for the setup and installation of proportioners in a tank-farm taking in consideration the
    customer’s budget and feasibility.
  • Collaborated with the logistics team in coordinating shipping and handling both of equipment for manufacturing
    and finished products for sales.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
12-2020

Skills

  • Project management

  • Energy efficiency

  • Cost estimation

  • Data analysis

  • Problem-solving

  • Team leadership & development

  • Client relationships

  • Analytical thinking

  • Strategic planning

  • MS office

  • Python programming

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
German
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Energy Engineer II & Project Coordinator

Resource Innovations
05.2022 - Current

Engineer I

AgCertain Industries, Inc.
01.2021 - 04.2022

Manufacturing & Quality Engineer (Co-op)

Borgwarner
01.2020 - 04.2020

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

Iowa State University
08.2018 - 05.2019

Project Management & Field Engineer (Internship)

Ferrostaal / Oryzasil
05.2018 - 08.2018

Mechanical Engineer (Co-op)

FireDos GmbH
07.2017 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Iowa State University

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