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KYLE LIPKA

Summary

Creative and innovative prospect determined to bring ideas to life through cutting-edge technology and design techniques. Team player with strong problem-solving skills to contribute effectively to projects and teams. Considers unique and unconventional solutions to deliver exceptional results. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Design Engineer

Metal Masters/Eagle Group
05.2021 - Current
  • Design all matters of stainless steel furniture, tables, cabinets, and counters, for commercial industries
  • Utilize Creo Parametric to create 3D representations of customer products then create a 2D engineering part drawing for production to then bend and weld parts into finished products
  • Communicate with our CAD drafters to find the best design path to deliver products to the customer in a fast paced environment.
  • Drafted documentation detailing design requirements and technical specifications.
  • Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
  • Evaluated project feasibility based on material, equipment and labor expenses.
  • Liaised with stakeholders to define and document design requirements.
  • Developed high-quality engineering designs and plans to meet industry standards.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.

New Product Design Engineer

The Legacy Companies
03.2020 - 01.2021
  • Designed new products for plastic injection molding that would revamp older products to fit into current product lines as well as designing several new intellectual properties
  • Managed production and assembly projects as well as coordinated with outside vendors for deliveries crucial to current production and assembly
  • Perform quality checks on molded plastic parts, electric motors, and various forms of packaging.
  • Successfully collaborated with engineers to verify design changes.
  • Identified new ideas, products and/or features that improved customer satisfaction, reduced costs and kept product line in forefront of industry.
  • Tested completed projects for functionality and implemented changes to production methods to rectify issues in final products.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and refine product concepts.
  • Created designs at minimal costs using high-volume manufacturing processes and careful material selection.

Civil Engineer 1

New Castle County
09.2019 - 01.2020
  • Performed daily site inspections and wrote daily reports to keep contractors and construction crews accountable for site cleanliness in accordance with State and County ordinance
  • Carefully managed projects so that milestones were met by deadlines and within budget confines.
  • Interacted with state and local agencies concerning compliance with codes and regulations.
  • Produced precise technical specifications and data sheets.
  • Performed construction observation and took soil samples.
  • Facilitated construction by mapping out utility installations and establishing reference points, grades and elevations.
  • Drafted and reviewed construction schedules, environmental impact studies and project designs.
  • Acted as contact for client's communication with field personnel.
  • Identified and resolved potential structural issues.
  • Displayed strong communication and interpersonal skills while visiting clients, jobsites and consultant offices to support project and business development needs.

Civil Engineer

Chester Water Authority
01.2018 - 08.2018
  • Managed quality assurance and laboratory testing for concreting operations.
  • Collaborated with civil technicians to gather project equipment and update maps, drawings and blueprints.
  • Managed and participated in on-site cutovers, testing and restoration of facilities.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements for water quality protection.
  • Analyzed waterways to identify engineering problems and recommended corrective actions.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering -

Widener University
Chester, PA
05.2019

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Fast Learner
  • Ability to Work in a Team
  • Microsoft Office
  • Knowledge of Technical Diagrams
  • Interpersonal Communication Skills
  • Strong Critical Thinking Skills
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • SolidWorks Certified Associate
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Part Design
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • 3D Modeling
  • Product Development
  • Lean Manufacturing

Certification

  • Solidworks 3D modeling

Timeline

Design Engineer

Metal Masters/Eagle Group
05.2021 - Current

New Product Design Engineer

The Legacy Companies
03.2020 - 01.2021

Civil Engineer 1

New Castle County
09.2019 - 01.2020

Civil Engineer

Chester Water Authority
01.2018 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering -

Widener University

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