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Melvin Méndez

Melvin Méndez

West Allis

Summary

Dynamic engineering professional with extensive experience at Generac Power Systems, excelling in CAD design and product development. Proven ability to lead NPI projects, ensuring timely launches while utilizing effective communication and troubleshooting techniques. Proficient in CREO and SAP, consistently delivering innovative solutions that meet market demands.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operator I

Chr. Hansen
New Berlin
12.2024 - Current
  • Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
  • Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
  • Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
  • Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
  • Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.

Sr. Mechanical Designer – EVSE

Imagen Energy
Wauwatosa
10.2021 - 12.2022
  • Conceptualize designs on new grant projects
  • Prepare presentation materials
  • Materials & component selection
  • Create and maintain BOM’s
  • Cut purchase Orders for hardware, tooling and fabrications
  • Document topology and component updates
  • Build prototype components and units
  • Pilot build of inverter unit

Automation Designer - Mfg.

Husco
Waukesha
01.2017 - 04.2021
  • Fixture design
  • Purchased components sizing and selection
  • Robot sizing, selection and placement
  • Troubleshoot component defects/errors
  • Work with internal and external machinists and suppliers

Design Engineer - NPI

Generac Power Systems
Waukesha
10.2013 - 01.2017
  • Designed and developed new product concepts to meet market demands, utilizing CAD software for precision modeling.
  • Support multiple NPI projects for successful launch
  • Perform component design & validation tolerance stack-up analysis
  • Confer with fabricators to produce prototype parts
  • Supplier development activities
  • Prepare re-work instructions

Facilities Engineer

Marcus Center
Milwaukee
03.2009 - 08.2014
  • Responsible for monitoring and maintaining HVAC, electrical, and steam systems
  • Repair and replacement of fan shafts, bearings, motors, pumps, Chillers, AHU’s, VAV’s, Controls
  • Assist in coordination of Mechanical Room renovations

Engineering Intern - Engines

Briggs & Stratton
Wauwatosa
06.2012 - 06.2013
  • Received formal Pro-E training and given tasks to apply the engineering tools
  • Use of robust modeling in the creation of simple to moderately complex parts while considering manufacturability, cost, and design intent
  • Became well acquainted with PLM tools such as Team Center and SAP to track parts, assemblies, and sub-assemblies in their perspective B&S manufacturing plants
  • Used Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Outlook, and Word to facilitate daily tasks

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Design

Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI
05-2014

Skills

  • CREO
  • SWRX
  • AutoCAD
  • SAP
  • Windchill
  • Teamcenter
  • Blueprint reading
  • Wire Harness Design
  • ProPiping
  • Sheet Metal Design
  • PTC Windchill
  • Safety compliance
  • Machine operation
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Time management
  • Effective communication

Volunteer Experience

Latino Community Center, Group Leader-Summer Camp/School Year, Southside, 01/2006, 12/2009, Lead 2nd graders to Scheduled activities with help of class assistant and Coordinator Kevin Turner under the guidance of Executive Director Ramon Candelaria

Engineering Skills

  • CREO
  • SWRX
  • AutoCAD
  • SAP
  • Windchill
  • Teamcenter
  • Blueprint reading
  • Wire Harness Design
  • ProPiping
  • Sheet Metal Design
  • PTC Windchill

Certification

  • GD&T

Timeline

Operator I

Chr. Hansen
12.2024 - Current

Sr. Mechanical Designer – EVSE

Imagen Energy
10.2021 - 12.2022

Automation Designer - Mfg.

Husco
01.2017 - 04.2021

Design Engineer - NPI

Generac Power Systems
10.2013 - 01.2017

Engineering Intern - Engines

Briggs & Stratton
06.2012 - 06.2013

Facilities Engineer

Marcus Center
03.2009 - 08.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Design

Milwaukee Area Technical College

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