Kenneth Heiser
Mechanical Engineer
Rochester,NH
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive knowledge of mechanical technologies, tools and practices. Designs and develops equipment to improve prototypes and products. Experienced in leading projects from initial conception to completion within customer budget.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Mechanical Engineer
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard
Portsmouth, NH
06.2006 - 10.2022
- Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
- Attended project planning meetings to coordinate mechanical system designs with structural and architecture teams, mitigate design conflicts, and coordinate delivery timelines.
- Identified deficiencies in mechanical processes to develop improvements.
- Specified system components and directed product modifications to comply with engineering design and performance specifications.
- Tested newly installed systems, closely monitoring functionality and adherence to operating specifications.
- Incorporated solutions that met various project challenges and adhered to environmental, packaging and vibration requirements.
- Examined existing documents and blueprints to best update and maintain project records.
- Identified suitable materials for production use that aligned with environmental concerns and budget constraints.
- Researched past lessons learned and existing designs to maintain customer satisfaction and guarantee long-lasting, high-quality work.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical equipment issues, quickly made plans for repairs and monitored use to rectify issues.
- Planned numerous projects from beginning to end, focusing on timelines, budgets and mechanical feasibility.
- Designed budgets and cost estimates for projects with speed and accuracy while working closely with clients, drafters and employees to determine best courses of action.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
Military Police Officer
United States Army
06.1992 - 08.1999
- Secured restricted areas and enforced limited access for civilians and military members in order to provide force protection and property security.
- Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles, and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
- Maintained security of local areas and performed route clearance for visiting high-ranking officials.
- Patrolled base facilities and housing areas to deter crime, monitor activities, and provide force protection.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $3 million.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
09.2004 - 06.2006
Skills
Microsoft Excel
Technical problem-solving
LabVIEW
Outdoor activities, board games, puzzles, creating music.
Enjoy hunting, fishing, camping, and hiking. Enjoy board games with the kids, and playing guitar.
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer - Portsmouth Naval Shipyard
06.2006 - 10.2022
University of Florida - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
09.2004 - 06.2006
Military Police Officer - United States Army
06.1992 - 08.1999