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Luke Kinney

Peoria,AZ

Summary

Qualified Mechanical Engineer with extensive knowledge of engineering equipment and software. Committed to providing accurate work with eye for detail. Consistently commended for meeting stringent project deadlines and taking initiative to learn and grow beyond just engineering.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Mechanical Engineer

MiTek Corporation
01.2022 - Current
  • Increased efficiency by designing and implementing PLM process improvement strategies to reduce errors in the workflow.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement, achieving significant savings in both time and money.
  • Coordinated with other departments such as procurement, logistics, manufacturing, and quality control to streamline interdepartmental communication and collaboration efforts effectively.
  • Developed the mechanical engineering process for handling sustaining procedures.
  • Planned 3 NPI projects and multiple sustaining from beginning to end, focusing on timelines, budgets and mechanical feasibility.

Mechanical Engineer

Axsys Automation
06.2020 - 12.2021
    • Designed enclosures for custom IoT PCBA solutions including off the shelf modification and injection mold design as well as PCB planning based on component needs.
    • Conducted root cause analysis to troubleshoot experimental PCBA issues and implemented test procedures reducing troubleshooting efforts.
    • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints while maintaining high-quality standards.

R&D Design and Production Intern

Spring Active
07.2015 - 03.2016
  • Populated and assembled circuit boards and box assembly for the processor of a robot that takes both analog and digital readings
  • Designed and produced parts for various projects using CAD software and 3-D extrusions
  • Demonstrated robotics that have metabolic savings and been viewed by multiple large companies such as: Bosch, Caterpillar, etc

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering -

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
12.2019

General Course Work -

Paradise Valley Community College
Phoenix, AZ
05.2016

Skills

    • Prototype Development
    • PDM Administration
    • MATLAB
    • SolidWorks 3D Models
    • CSWP
    • Component Functions and Testing Requirements
      • Scheduling
      • Design Reviews
      • Microsoft Office Suite
      • Injection Molding
      • Critical Thinking
      • Cross Functional Presentations

Certification

  • Certified SolidWorks Professional - 2021
  • Certified SolidWorks Associate - 2021
  • SolidWorks PDM Professional Training - 2022

Timeline

Mechanical Engineer

MiTek Corporation
01.2022 - Current

Mechanical Engineer

Axsys Automation
06.2020 - 12.2021

R&D Design and Production Intern

Spring Active
07.2015 - 03.2016

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering -

Arizona State University

General Course Work -

Paradise Valley Community College

Personal Information

Title: MECHANICAL ENGINEER

References

  • Kevin W. Hollander, PhD, Senior Engineering Consultant, Augspurer Komm Engineering, Inc., 3315 E. Wier Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85040, (602) 443-1036
  • Jeff Ward, PhD, Co-Founder, Kinetic Edge, 2414 W. 12th Street, Ste #4, Tempe, AZ, 85281, (480) 428-6037 (Kinetic Edge Office)

Personal Information

Title: MECHANICAL ENGINEER

References

  • Kevin W. Hollander, PhD, Senior Engineering Consultant, Augspurer Komm Engineering, Inc., 3315 E. Wier Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85040, (602) 443-1036
  • Jeff Ward, PhD, Co-Founder, Kinetic Edge, 2414 W. 12th Street, Ste #4, Tempe, AZ, 85281, (480) 428-6037 (Kinetic Edge Office)
Luke Kinney