Kevin Shelton
Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Design Engineer with 3 years of experience specializing in the design, testing, and production of high-performance pistons for racing and aerospace applications. Seeking to leverage my experience in performance design and manufacturing to drive product development in a firm with similar goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Lead Design Engineer
RaceTec Pistons
10.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with sales teams to provide technical support during customer engagements, securing new business opportunities.
- Reduced lead times by optimizing component selection and streamlining the procurement process.
- Spearheaded research initiatives to identify emerging technologies and assess their potential application in future projects.
- Lead the design and development of high-performance pistons for racing and motorsports applications, serving as the primary technical authority for piston design decisions.
- Establish engineering strategy, design standards, and best practices for piston architecture.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to design engineers and junior staff.
Design Engineer
RaceTec Pistons
01.2022 - Current
- Design, development and testing of high load bearing forging now used in over 4 different engine types.
- Use Solidworks to meet design specifications for functional OEM piston designs (+/- .0005") in wide range of engine applications (marine, drag, off-road, street/strip).
- Reduced manufacturing engineering part scrap rate from 2.7% to 1.3%.
- Support engineering design development through 3D computer models such as fixtures, forgings, and design layouts.
- Mastered reverse engineering processes of engine cylinder heads and sample pistons to precision tolerances.
- Created extensive time study and cost analysis project to analyze production and increase output of manufacturing process.
Engineering Quality Intern
CP-Carrillo
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Studied manufacturing processes used by CP Carrillo to better understand development of OEM pistons and rods.
- Responsible for creating, editing, and closing product nonconformity reports.
Server
Belmont Brewing Company
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Mastered multitasking by understanding new objectives and requests while maintaining great customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA 08.2016 - 12.2021
Skills
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Adaptability and Hands-on
- People and Team Skills
- 2D and 3D modeling
- Technical Documentation
- CAD Drawings
- Product Development
- Leadership Skills Development Certified
Timeline
Lead Design Engineer
RaceTec Pistons
10.2025 - Current
Design Engineer
RaceTec Pistons
01.2022 - Current
Engineering Quality Intern
CP-Carrillo
07.2021 - 12.2021
Server
Belmont Brewing Company
07.2018 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
California State University - Long Beach
08.2016 - 12.2021