Robert Lay
Houston
Summary
Experienced Mechanical Designer / Drafter with expertise in 2D & 3D design using AutoCAD, Solidworks & Inventor. Skilled in creating fabrication drawings, bill of materials, and ensuring compliance with ISO, ANSI, & ASME standards while collaborating across departments to optimize product functionality & efficiency. Ready to leverage technical expertise and analytical problem-solving skills to support innovative design projects & contribute to organizational success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Mechanical Designer
Dow
Houston
03.2021 - 01.2026
- Worked on R&D of FCDH & EDH chemical manufacturing technologies
- Created innovative design concepts for various projects.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure design alignment.
- Utilized Solidworks to produce models, layouts, customer and fabrication drawings with sections, details and BOM's.
- Presented design ideas effectively to engineering team and stakeholders.
- Maintained project timelines and ensured timely delivery of designs.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas for product features or improvements.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
Designer /AutoCAD Drafter
Forum Energy Technologies Inc.
Stafford
04.2013 - 05.2020
- Design of cable and tubing protectors, guards, and centralizers for downhole completion wells.
- Created detailed assembly and fabrication drawings using AutoCAD software for customers and the shop.
- Created product designs in alignment with customer specifications.
- Coordinate with the applications team to ensure proper design that meets and exceeds the customers' needs.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas for product features or improvements.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
Designer /AutoCAD Drafter
Pentair Valves & Controls
Stafford
11.2010 - 04.2013
- Developed design concepts of control valves & gauges for various industries.
- Created detailed customer & assembly drawings with detailed BOM's using AutoCAD software.
- Designed valve bodies in Inventor and create 3D fabrication & assembly drawings.
- Managed multiple design projects from conceptualization to final delivery.
Designer /Implementation Project Manager
Real Time Power
Houston
08.2009 - 11.2010
- Design & implementation of specialty forecasting & predictive tools for industrial power plants.
- Designed visual layouts for power management solutions and client presentations.
- Developed branding materials to enhance company identity and marketing efforts.
- Utilized AutoCAD & Inventor to produce models to fabricate prototypes and final products.
- Utilized PowerPoint to create a complete installation pack.
- Streamlined design processes to improve team efficiency and project turnaround time.
- Worked with the development team to ensure a smooth transition from concept to production-ready assets.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas for product features or improvements.
Designer /AutoCAD Drafter
Mueller Environmental Designs
Houston
09.2007 - 06.2009
- Design of natural gas transmission pipeline equipment such as intake & exhaust filtration systems, ducts & pipelines, noise control units & emission control systems.
- Created detailed fabrication drawings using AutoCAD software.
- Utilized Autodesk Inventor for 3D modeling and rendering designs & helped the department transition to 3D design.
Senior Product Design Lead
Hendee Enterprises
Houston
07.2005 - 09.2007
- Design of aluminum & steel frame custom sunshade & wind protection structures.
- Using AutoCAD software, Created detailed product fabrication drawings & customer drawings with BOM's & detailed installation instructions.
- Conducted field surveys as well as quality control visits with shop throughout the fabrication process.
- Supervised daily operations & scheduling to ensure team efficiency & productivity.
Drafting Supervisor
Delmar Systems Inc.
Houston
07.2001 - 07.2005
- Design & layout of mooring systems for offshore rigs & underwater equipment.
- Using AutoCAD software and powerpoint, created detailed presentation packages for client meetings on design proposals and bids.
- Delegated workflow within drafting team and supervised daily operations to ensure team efficiency & productivity.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Florida International University
Miami, FLSkills
- SolidWorks modeling
- Autodesk Inventor
- AutoCAD drafting
- Bill of materials
- Drafting techniques
- Project management
- Product development
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Effective communication
- Innovative thinking
- Team leadership
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Certification
Solidworks CSWA
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mechanical Designer
Dow
03.2021 - 01.2026
Designer /AutoCAD Drafter
Forum Energy Technologies Inc.
04.2013 - 05.2020
Designer /AutoCAD Drafter
Pentair Valves & Controls
11.2010 - 04.2013
Designer /Implementation Project Manager
Real Time Power
08.2009 - 11.2010
Designer /AutoCAD Drafter
Mueller Environmental Designs
09.2007 - 06.2009
Senior Product Design Lead
Hendee Enterprises
07.2005 - 09.2007
Drafting Supervisor
Delmar Systems Inc.
07.2001 - 07.2005
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Florida International University