Kenneth Farmer Jr

• Primary responsibilities included drafting/design of water and wastewater projects.
• Collaborated with engineers to develop detailed design drawings and specifications.
• Utilized CAD software to create accurate 2D and 3D models for project proposals.
• Reviewed engineering designs for compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Assisted in drafting and revising construction documents based on stakeholder feedback.
• Conducted site visits to gather data and ensure alignment with design intent.
• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows and improve communication.
• Implemented quality control measures to enhance accuracy of design deliverables.
• Trained junior drafters on best practices in design techniques and software usage.
• Reduced production costs through optimizing material usage in designs and identifying potential manufacturing challenges early in the process.
• Collaborated with engineers to develop accurate and precise technical drawings for various projects.
• Expanded company portfolio with diverse projects across multiple industries, showcasing versatility and adaptability in design skills.
• Performed thorough quality checks on completed designs, confirming accuracy before submission to clients or production teams.
• Calculated mathematical formulae to develop and design detailed specifications for components and machinery with computer assistance.

Led design projects from concept through completion, ensuring alignment with client specifications.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that enhance user experience.
• Mentored junior designers in best practices for digital and print design techniques.
• Utilized advanced design software to create high-quality visual assets, enhancing overall project delivery efficiency.
• Presented creative solutions to client challenges, resulting in high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.
• Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to management or to client.
• Leveraged industry knowledge and emerging trends to build innovative messaging and bring design concepts to fruition.
• Championed integration of accessibility standards into new projects, making products usable for wider audience.
• Managed design library, ensuring resources were up-to-date and easily accessible to team.

• Supported project managers by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining open lines of communication regarding design progress.
• Developed expertise in various CAD programs, increasing efficiency when switching between different software platforms for different projects.
• Delivered accurate and efficient conversions of sketches to digital files, streamlining the design process for all team members.
• Maintained organization of digital files and folders, ensuring easy access to current and past project drafts for all team members.
• Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
• Created CAD models and drawings for various designs.

• Primary responsibilities were to work with engineers to supply the technical drawings required for the production and fabrication of manufactured railcar products.

• Primary responsibilities included the initial design and layout of product drawings, and to oversee the design and production of photosensitive artwork used in the production of chemically etched products.