Kevin Ridgels
Lemon Grove,CA
Summary
Innovative Mechanical Designer with expertise in product design, including mechanical and electrical components, wiring, and fabrication. Skilled in problem-solving and process optimization, fostering collaborative relationships across teams. Committed to leveraging design experience to drive creativity and efficiency within an organization.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Designer/Drawing Checker
Nikkiso Cryogenic inc.
Irvine, Ca
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Verified drawings for accuracy in geometric tolerancing and dimensions.
- Revised and verified assembly designs in SolidWorks for precision and compliance to specifications.
- Designed cryogenic equipment layouts for Nikkiso Cryogenic inc. pump and system projects.
- Created CAD drawings and assembly models for cryogenic components and skids.
- Reviewed engineering revisions for cryogenic packages, piping, and mechanical interfaces.
Drafter.
Aquancering, inc.
Mira Mesa, Ca
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Created and updated drawings for customer approval using AutoCAD 17, ensuring accuracy and adherence to specifications.
- Created detailed drawings for production to make our live haul tanks.
- Managed files for efficient retrieval and organization. and helping sales personnel when needed.
- (Qualstaff contract)
Mechanical Designer/Drafter
Accriva Diagnostics, inc.
Mira Mesa, Ca
01.2018 - 03.2018
- Updated solid models and drawings in SolidWorks to ensure design accuracy.
- Created production drawings from redlines and Microsoft Word documents to streamline manufacturing processes.
- Assisted team in managing engineering tasks to enhance workflow.
- (Aerotek, 3-month contract)
Drafter IV
Delta Design, inc.
Poway, Ca
01.2000 - 01.2011
- Created detailed production and assembly drawings using SolidWorks, including sheet metal.
- Led the design to integrate a 300 lbs. pusher into semiconductor as a retrofit kit.
- Coordinated with engineers, production, and sales to revise BOMs.
Mechanical Designer IV
TE Connectivity (Seacon)
El Cajon, Ca
01.1989 - 01.1999
- Developed 3D models and drawings using BOM in SolidWorks, including cable assembly drawings in AutoCAD, to support product design and manufacturing.
- Creating 3D models and drawings using BOM in SolidWorks, including cable assembly drawings in AutoCAD.
- Designed tooling for fiber optic products and machined parts.
- Created specialized drawing packages tailored to customer specifications to ensure clarity and accuracy in production.
- Worked in Quality Control for 2 years
Education
Associates of Science - Design and Graphics
ITT Technical Institute
San Diego, CASkills
- SolidWorks 2017
- AutoCAD 2017
- Geometric Tolerancing & Dimensions
- Assembly drawings
- Detailed Drawings
- MEP drawings
- Injection molds
- Tooling and fixtures
- Wiring harness
- Electro-mechanical
- Document Control
- Project Collaboration
- Database Management
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Windows
- Y145
Timeline
Mechanical Designer/Drawing Checker
Nikkiso Cryogenic inc.
06.2024 - 07.2024
Drafter.
Aquancering, inc.
07.2018 - 08.2018
Mechanical Designer/Drafter
Accriva Diagnostics, inc.
01.2018 - 03.2018
Drafter IV
Delta Design, inc.
01.2000 - 01.2011
Mechanical Designer IV
TE Connectivity (Seacon)
01.1989 - 01.1999
Associates of Science - Design and Graphics
ITT Technical Institute