Owen Murphy
Oregon City,OR
Summary
Results-driven Mechanical Engineer with a proven track record in start to finish product design. Highly proficient in CAD, with broad design experience spanning FEA, electrical system integration, and hydraulic systems. Led the design of multiple large-scale equipment prototypes, combining strong client communication, rapid prototyping, and data-driven testing and improvement strategies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Design Engineer
GK Machine
Donald, Oregon
06.2022 - Current
- Developed top-down CAD designs for new machines and products, leading extensive projects from initial layout to detailed drawings.
- Strategically applied FEA and engineering calculations to size structural members and address high stress areas before manufacturing.
- Designed hydraulic systems including schematics, manifold integrations and specing components.
- Worked closely with the electrical and programming teams to facilitate integration.
- Ensured that parts and subsystems are designed for manufacturability.
- Balance cost savings with function. Ensuring the best possible product at the lowest possible cost.
- Applied dimensioning and tolerancing ensure fitment of critical features and
- Lead design teams, delegated design tasks, facilitated design reviews, and presented groups solutions to the client.
- Adapted communication styles, design presentation, and design focuses to meet each client's specific needs and requirements.
- Coordinated communication between sales, manufacturing, and engineering departments to streamline project workflows.
- Assisted in when to order parts, questions and issues with suppliers, meeting deadlines Coordinated timing of supply chain, informing clients of delays and issues, meeting deadlines.
- Closely monitored manufacturing process of prototypes
- Collaborated with manufacturing to address manufacturability issues, enhance product flow, and optimize manufacturing timelines.
- Created and implemented testing plans. Presented findings to clients and coworkers.
- Worked with end customers to quickly solve issues in the field. Implemented product improvement plans.
- Machine Design:
- Project Management:
- Product Improvement:
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University
Blacksburg, VA05-2022
Skills
- 3D modeling/CAD
- Customer relationship management
- Effective communication
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Rapid skill acquisition
- Cost-effective solutions
Hobby/Interests
Woodworking:
- Designing and building various woodworking projects such as tables, chessboards, and nightstands.
Cars:
- Working on cars, upgrading and customizing components.
- Designed and built bumpers, steering components, and a long travel lift kit for off-road vehicles
Timeline
Mechanical Design Engineer
GK Machine
06.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University