Overview
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Ryan Bigler

South Lyon,Michigan

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Welding Engineer Intern

GE Aerospace
Wilmington, NC
05.2024 - Current
  • Worked hands-on with operators to learn inertia weld process
  • Analyzed all weld schedules updated utilizing 3-sigma capability
  • Implemented torque pad visual inspection schedule
  • Developed surface prep and strain gage application procedures
  • Applied 5S initiatives to inertia weld stations with emphasis on shadow boards and OPI

Welding Engineer Intern

GE Aerospace
Dayton, OH
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Completed two process capability studies for weld drop through and flux removal testing on brazed tubes to comply with regulating bodies
  • Created/modified MOS forms to update current processes and procedures
  • Assisted in implementing new fixturing to utilize Orbitalum auto-tig welder in production
  • Assisted in updating PED certifications including PQR/WPQR alterations to satisfy customer needs

Welder/Fabricator Intern

Williams International
Pontiac , MI
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Acquired GTAW qualifications according to D1.1 in inconel 718, stainless steel 17-4, and cobalt alloy Haynes 188
  • Welded parts subjected to FPI, x-ray, and pressure testing
  • Worked in an environment that is in accordance with ISO9000 and AS9100 certifications
  • Welded fuel tubes with Orbitalum auto-tig welder

Varsity Hockey Assistant Coach

South Lyon High School
South Lyon, MI
10.2021 - 03.2023
  • Mentored and motivated athletes to achieve their full potential both on and off the ice
  • fostered a culture of dedication and sportsmanship
  • Implemented effective in-game adjustments adapting to changing situations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Welding Engineering Technology

Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI
05.2025

Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology

Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI
05.2023

Skills

  • Expertise in GTAW
  • Inertia Friction Weld experience
  • Proficiency in GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, and Sub-arc welding
  • AutoCAD proficiency
  • Microsoft Excel experience
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Team player

Certification

  • GTAW certification in inconel 718 (all positions), Williams International
  • GTAW certification in stainless steel 17-4 (all positions), Williams International
  • GTAW certification in cobalt alloy Haynes 188 (all positions), Williams International

Affiliations

  • AWS 2024 Jack R. Barckhoff Welding Management National Scholarship
  • AWS West Michigan Sec. Scholarship recipient 2023
  • AWS Detroit Sec. Scholarship recipient 2022
  • WCC Foundation Scholarship recipient 2022/2023
  • Assistant Captain of South Lyon Varsity Hockey Team
  • Played two years of Jr. hockey in the OJHL (Ontario, Canada) for the Trenton Golden Hawks and Kingston Voyageurs

Timeline

Welding Engineer Intern

GE Aerospace
05.2024 - Current

Welding Engineer Intern

GE Aerospace
05.2023 - 08.2023

Welder/Fabricator Intern

Williams International
05.2022 - 05.2023

Varsity Hockey Assistant Coach

South Lyon High School
10.2021 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Science - Welding Engineering Technology

Ferris State University

Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology

Washtenaw Community College
Ryan Bigler