Kevin Cunningham
Rock Island,TN
Summary
Versatile Mechanical Engineer with over 10 years of specialized experience in product design and development, quality assurance, and manufacturing operations. Demonstrated synergy with marketing, quality, and other departments to launch superior products while effectively collaborating with customers to meet and exceed requirements. Efficiently managed projects to ensure timely forward motion in a competent and technically sound manner.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Applications Engineer
TACO Metals, LLC.
06.2019 - Current
- Applied specialized knowledge of engineering principles to create optimized design concepts and mechanical design specifications for marine vessels.
- Implemented design practices throughout product lifecycle for application, cost, weight, performance, reliability, durability, manufacturing, assembly, and serviceability.
- Designed assembly and component layout drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD software.
- Enhanced product reliability by identifying and resolving component and assembly issues during the design phase using mechanical and electronic testing equipment.
- Managed engineering engagement risk by employing simulations and rapid prototyping to reduce initial outlay and prevent costly mistakes.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Worked independently and collaboratively on-site and remotely with customers, engineering, production, quality, and marketing to launch each project in the most efficient manner possible.
- Strengthened customer relationships by addressing concerns promptly and providing effective solutions remotely and on-site at customer locations.
- Optimized production efficiency and repeatability by designing and implementing assembly and test fixtures, standard operating procedures, and training procedures for manufacturing personnel.
- Created bill of materials based on project requirements and worked with vendors and manufacturing to optimize cost, efficiencies, and processes.
- Optimized plant layouts in AutoCAD for acquired production machinery and fabricated training plans and documentation for training individuals.
Product Engineer
VIAM Manufacturing Inc.
05.2013 - 03.2019
- Collaborated with Customers, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Marketing to design and manufacture new products.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeline schedules and design constraints.
- Employed critical thinking to solve complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
- Independently prepared and modified drawings, specifications, and operation standards.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives by defining realistic timelines and checkpoints.
- Delivered completed projects on time by prioritizing multiple tasks.
- Created bill of materials, packaging instructions, and schematics for new products.
- Mentored junior engineers and new hires to better improve the competency and efficiency of all staff.
Quality Engineer
Manufacturers Industrial Group LLC
06.2011 - 08.2012
- Demonstrated product and quality expertise in product inspections.
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Collaborated with management and inspectors to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Managed all aspects of gauge inspection for finished products.
- Managed gauge repeatability and reproducibility analysis of gauges, parts, and press operators.
- Analyzed and recorded data from the production line to improve quality standards.
- Gained intermediate knowledge of the capability analysis process.
Helpdesk Support
Tennessee Tech University
08.2007 - 04.2010
- Provided basic end-user troubleshooting for four computer labs in the engineering department.
- Desktop support on software and hardware issues through desk side support services including campus wide help calls.
- Demonstrated professionalism and courtesy with computer laboratory users.
- Resolved complaints, problems, questions, and concerns in a timely and efficient manner.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN2013
Skills
- Product Design and Development
- Prototype Testing and Validation
- Project Management
- Process Improvement
- Quality Control and Assurance
- Plant Layout Optimization
- Standard Operating Procedure Development
- Rapid Prototyping
- Microsoft Office and Project
- SolidWorks
- AutoCAD
Activities
- 3D designing, printing, scanning, and prototyping
- Arduino microcontroller programming
- XLights light sequencing and programming
- Pyrotechnic simulation
- Video editing and rendering
Timeline
Product Applications Engineer
TACO Metals, LLC.
06.2019 - Current
Product Engineer
VIAM Manufacturing Inc.
05.2013 - 03.2019
Quality Engineer
Manufacturers Industrial Group LLC
06.2011 - 08.2012
Helpdesk Support
Tennessee Tech University
08.2007 - 04.2010
Bachelor Of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Tennessee Technological University
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