Lucas Bache
Uniontown
Summary
Engineering leader with over 10 years of experience in optimizing manufacturing operations and leading cross-functional teams. Expertise in reducing waste, streamlining production processes, and enhancing product quality through data-driven methodologies. Proven track record in team leadership and program management, demonstrating strong decision-making and communication skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Manager
Extreme Trailers
Dover
09.2020 - Current
- Led engineering operations for commercial and industrial trailer programs, overseeing design, development, and multi-project execution.
- Directed and coached multidisciplinary engineering team, enhancing collaboration and project execution.
- Drove design optimization efforts to enhance manufacturability and streamline production processes.
- Evaluated project requirements, identified risks, and implemented mitigation strategies, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
Engineer
Extreme Trailers
Dover
07.2019 - 09.2020
- Provided technical insights during design reviews, optimizing product performance and ensuring compliance.
- Identified process inefficiencies and recommended improvements, streamlining workflow and minimizing rework.
- Mentored and trained engineering and production staff, enhancing team capability and adaptability.
Draftsman
Extreme Trailers
Dover
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Created precise CAD models and engineering drawings enhancing new and existing product lines.
- Partnered with engineering and production teams to streamline and improve design documentation updates.
- Created detailed design drawings for custom trailer projects.
- Reviewed and interpreted client specifications for accuracy.
- Collaborated with engineers to refine trailer designs and features.
Engineering Technician
Dover Chemical Corporation
Dover
10.2017 - 09.2018
- Delivered technical support across projects, enhancing accuracy and facilitating on-time execution.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and technical documents to enable engineering and production teams in project execution.
- Operated laboratory equipment for chemical analysis and testing procedures.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop and modify product specifications.
- Assisted in maintaining safety protocols and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Manufacturing Engineer
Marlite
Dover
10.2015 - 10.2017
- Collaborated with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and suppliers to resolve technical issues, enhancing product reliability.
- Implemented multi-motor function process in Envision, achieving 30% increase in operational efficiency.
- Designed and improved manufacturing processes for efficiency and quality.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues.
- Developed specifications and standards for new product designs.
Project Estimator
Marlite
Dover
01.2014 - 10.2015
- Analyzed plans, specs, and site conditions to create detailed cost and resource estimates.
- Prepared proposals and processed work orders to facilitate project planning and budgeting.
- Prepared detailed project estimates for construction projects at Marlite.
- Analyzed blueprints to determine material and labor requirements accurately.
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure alignment on budget expectations.
Draftsman
Marlite
Dover
08.2012 - 01.2014
- Created and updated CAD models from sketches and engineering inputs to support design accuracy.
- Produced manufacturing-ready blueprints using industry-standard CAD tools to facilitate production processes.
- Created detailed technical drawings for custom trailer designs.
- Collaborated with engineers to ensure design specifications met requirements.
- Utilized CAD software to generate accurate 2D and 3D models.
Education
Master of Engineering Management -
Ohio University
Athens, OHBachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Kent State University
Kent, OHSkills
- Engineering leadership
- Team development
- Mechanical engineering and FEA tools
- Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
- Design for manufacturability (DFM)
- Data analysis and root cause investigation
- Bill of materials management
- Specification detailing and design review
Timeline
Engineering Manager
Extreme Trailers
09.2020 - Current
Engineer
Extreme Trailers
07.2019 - 09.2020
Draftsman
Extreme Trailers
09.2018 - 07.2019
Engineering Technician
Dover Chemical Corporation
10.2017 - 09.2018
Manufacturing Engineer
Marlite
10.2015 - 10.2017
Project Estimator
Marlite
01.2014 - 10.2015
Draftsman
Marlite
08.2012 - 01.2014
Master of Engineering Management -
Ohio University
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Kent State University