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Peter Schell

Peter Schell

Hayden,ID

Summary

Highly experienced and performance-driven Mechanical Designer with nearly three decades of expertise in various industries including lumber automation, structural, mechanical, electrical, tooling design, aerospace, EV Energy Storage, and EV automotive. Recognized as a Subject Matter Expert in a wide range of software applications such as AutoCAD (1998-2024), Dassault Systems Solidworks (2010-2024), Catia V5r24 & V5r25, PTC Pro Engineer Wildfire 4 & Wildfire 5, Creo, Creo 2.0, Autodesk Inventor Pro (2016-2024), Bentley Microstation v8i and Bentley Microstation CONNECT edition. Proficient in Adobe Illustrator CC, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, OneNote), Adobe Premiere Pro, TopazLabs, Blender, Revit (2022-2024), Civil3D (2024) and Autodesk Civil3D (2022-2024), Adobe Photoshop, Sketchup Pro (2022-2023), 3DsMax (2022-2024), Autodesk Fusion360, Bluebeam Revu Extreme, and Google Earth Pro.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Designer

Deployed Resources
05.2024 - Current
  • Revised and updated existing drawings to reflect design changes.
  • Initiated and maintained contact with clients for clarification, coordination and negotiation of critical issues.
  • Maintained notes, design calculations and other documentation such as bill of materials, design parameters and performance standards for future reference.
  • Guided and directed [Number]-member CAD team to achieve operational and technical excellence.
  • Used 2D and 3D AutoCAD to create necessary drawings from sales proposal stage to final as-built stage of fabrication.
  • Hired, trained and supervised CAD users in core application skills and standards.
  • Recommended best practices for solutions to meet customer business needs.
  • Implemented drafting standards and coordinated software and hardware upgrades.
  • Integrated architectural and engineering drawings to create cohesive packages.
  • Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands.
  • Analyzed existing structures to create plans for modifications and improvements.
  • Established and conducted quality control programs to verify construction projects met required quality standards.
  • Created innovative solutions to architectural problems, enabling successful project completion.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Application Rendering Specialist

Energy Vault
08.2022 - 12.2023
  • Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
  • Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
  • Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
  • Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
  • Created 3D models and animation for video games and other interactive projects.
  • Utilized typography techniques to create compelling designs.
  • Applied animation techniques to create dynamic visual elements.
  • Used cutting-edge technologies to create immersive experiences.
  • Developed innovative designs for variety of clients in graphic design industry.
  • Developed graphics and visual content for social media campaigns.
  • Created logos, illustrations and typography for various organizations.
  • Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics.
  • Utilized Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite to develop creative designs.

Project Engineer /CAD Administrator

Idaho Forest Group
03.2020 - 08.2022
  • Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
  • Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
  • Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
  • Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favorable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion.
  • Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities.
  • Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
  • Recommended improvements for design, construction means and materials based on field or changing conditions.
  • Identified technical risks within managed projects.
  • Developed comprehensive engineering documents for all projects.
  • Developed high-quality engineering designs and plans to meet industry standards.
  • Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
  • Assisted in developing cost-effective solutions to engineering problems.
  • Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
  • Implemented new strategies to reduce costs and improve efficiency of engineering team.
  • Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
  • Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.
  • Conducted research to identify and evaluate new technologies and concepts.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.

Senior Mechanical Designer

Knight Construction & Supply, Inc.
03.2016 - 03.2020
  • Researched customer design proposals and requests to evaluate feasibility, cost and maintenance requirements of designs.
  • Sketched outline designs and used CAD programs to create detailed design and specifications.
  • Developed manufacturing drawings and oversaw teams of technicians in construction of systems.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
  • Managed continuous improvement projects.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and created engineering drawings and sketches.
  • Worked with clientele to determine project needs and adapt prototypes for testing.
  • Developed communication documentation to help convey key design aspects to clients.
  • Computed scaling, specification details and other factors with strong mathematical abilities.
  • Incorporated text comments and instructions to finalize drawings and guide installers or production staff.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Conferred with customer representatives to review schematics and answer questions pertaining to installation of systems.
  • Supervised and trained other drafters, technologists and technicians.
  • Highlighted functional relationships between components using high-quality angle, orthographic and schematic views.

Mechanical Design Drafter

Design Source Solutions
09.2015 - 02.2016
  • Researched customer design proposals and requests to evaluate feasibility, cost and maintenance requirements of designs.
  • Sketched outline designs and used CAD programs to create detailed design and specifications.
  • Worked with clientele to determine project needs and adapt prototypes for testing.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
  • Developed CAD drawings to support prototype designs.
  • Developed communication documentation to help convey key design aspects to clients.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and created engineering drawings and sketches.
  • Developed manufacturing drawings and oversaw teams of technicians in construction of systems.
  • Developed detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, dies and controls using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Supervised and trained other drafters, technologists and technicians.
  • Conferred with customer representatives to review schematics and answer questions pertaining to installation of systems.
  • Updated designs with latest feedback from customers.
  • Computed scaling, specification details and other factors with strong mathematical abilities.
  • Highlighted functional relationships between components using high-quality angle, orthographic and schematic views.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Eastern Washington University
Cheney, Washington

Associate of Science - Mechanical Design Technology

North Idaho College
Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
05.2012

Skills

  • AutoCAD Expertise (1998-2024)
  • Experienced with SolidWorks 2010-2024
  • Catia V5 Proficiency
  • Proficient in Catia V5 R25
  • Proficient in Pro Engineer WF4
  • Pro Engineer WF5 Proficiency
  • Creo Proficiency
  • Expertise in Inventor 2016-2024
  • Bentley MicroStation Proficiency
  • Bentley Microstation CONNECT edition
  • Experienced in Adobe Photoshop
  • Civil3D Proficiency
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word
  • Excel Proficiency
  • Siemens I-deas Proficiency
  • Product Development Management
  • Product Lifecycle Management
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
  • 3ds Max Proficiency
  • Blender Proficiency
  • VBA Programming
  • Python Programming
  • Detailed Technical Illustration
  • Visual design expertise
  • Concept Development Expertise
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Research Execution
  • Application of Lean Manufacturing Techniques
  • Quality Assurance Procedures
  • Project Coordination
  • Finite Element Simulation Proficiency
  • Manufacturing Techniques
  • Interpreting engineering blueprints
  • Bill of Materials Development
  • Analytical Problem Solving
  • Technical Writing Skills
  • Vibration analysis
  • Concept development
  • Design for manufacturing
  • Revit
  • Research and Innovation
  • Negotiation skills
  • Innovative Problem Solving
  • Prototyping Methodologies
  • Process engineering
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Cost planning
  • Mechanical engineering principles
  • Automation Design

Certification

  • Solidworks Associate
  • Solidworks Professional
  • Autodesk Inventor Professional

Accomplishments

  • Natural Born Leader
  • Visual and hands on learner
  • Committed
  • Honorable
  • Dedicated
  • Efficient
  • Multi-tasker
  • Teamwork
  • Team builder
  • Works well with others
  • Confident
  • Open minded to suggestions
  • Faithful
  • Diligent
  • Obedient
  • Strong
  • Observant
  • Volunteer at a non-profit organization called Gizmo, located in Coeur d’Alene Idaho, building and repairing computers for the youth.
  • Continuing studies in Engineering, IT professions and the advancement of Technology.

Timeline

Production Designer

Deployed Resources
05.2024 - Current

Application Rendering Specialist

Energy Vault
08.2022 - 12.2023

Project Engineer /CAD Administrator

Idaho Forest Group
03.2020 - 08.2022

Senior Mechanical Designer

Knight Construction & Supply, Inc.
03.2016 - 03.2020

Mechanical Design Drafter

Design Source Solutions
09.2015 - 02.2016

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Eastern Washington University

Associate of Science - Mechanical Design Technology

North Idaho College

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