Ryan L. Grant
Osceola,IN
Summary
I would like to grow with a company and have opportunities to advance. I want to get as much knowledge as possible in any field of work that I am involved in. I aspire to be the best at everything that I do.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer
Forest River Inc.
Goshen, IN
02.2026 - Current
- Directed engineering projects, followed safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Led design and development of custom trailers, enhancing product quality and functionality.
- Streamlined engineering processes to improve efficiency in production timelines and resource allocation.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering skill development and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Sales Representative
Erie Home
Mishawaka, IN
10.2024 - 01.2026
- Executed sales strategies to drive revenue growth and market penetration.
- Cultivated relationships with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and retention.
- Analyzed customer feedback to refine product offerings and improve service delivery.
- Mentored junior sales staff on effective sales techniques and best practices.
- Presented product demonstrations to prospective clients, showcasing key features and benefits.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for informed decision-making during client interactions.
- Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on features, benefits, and competitive advantages.
- Developed tailored solutions in response to unique customer needs, increasing overall satisfaction rates.
Sales/Engineering
High Level Enterprise
Wakarusa, IN
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with sales teams to identify customer requirements and tailor solutions effectively.
- Developed technical presentations to demonstrate product capabilities and address client needs.
- Streamlined sales processes by integrating CRM systems to enhance lead management efficiency.
Engineering Department
Heartland RV’s
Elkhart, IN
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Product Engineer for Toy Hauler Luxury 5th Wheel RV’s.
- Designed floorplans based on specific sales requests.
- Designed and created print packs for manufacturing. Built full 3D models of the unit.
- Participated in proto walk-throughs with the plant manager and sales department.
Engineering Department
Forest River, Inc
Goshen, IN
01.2007 - 01.2021
- Team Leader position at Prime Time Mfg. Forest river. In charge of all engineering tasks for 4 separate divisions.
- Design Floorplans Per Sales Request.
- Designed floorplans based on specific sales requests to meet client needs.
- Participated in proto walk-throughs with the plant manager and sales department.
- Refurbished multiple engineering departments across divisions throughout Forest River to meet specific engineering standards.
- Developed code drawings, including floorplan electrical, fresh water lines, drainage lines, and L.P. gas lines for Forest River Corporation to enable shipment of units to states requiring state seals, including Nebraska, Oregon, and Washington.
Engineering Department
Dutchmen, Mfg.
Goshen, IN
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Developed comprehensive Print Packs for production builds of laminated travel trailers and 5th wheel products, including detailed drawings for frame, floor, roof, sidewalls, walls (laminated or stick built), cabinets, interior walls, and countertops.
- Generated precise Code Drawings for production, detailing electrical floor plans, fresh water lines, drainage lines, and L.P. gas lines.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Goshen High School
Goshen, IN06-2004
Skills
- Proficient in Inventor 3D Modeling
- Proficient in Vault Professional
- Recreational vehicle construction
- Engineering documentation
- Design development
- Structural analysis
- Manufacturing processes
- Production design
- Project management
- Project planning
- Project estimation
- Data analysis
- Collaborative design
- Critical thinking skills
- Analytical thinking
- Team leadership
- Work planning
- Troubleshooting
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- CAD proficiency
Timeline
Engineer
Forest River Inc.
02.2026 - Current
Sales Representative
Erie Home
10.2024 - 01.2026
Sales/Engineering
High Level Enterprise
02.2024 - 10.2024
Engineering Department
Heartland RV’s
11.2021 - 11.2023
Engineering Department
Forest River, Inc
01.2007 - 01.2021
Engineering Department
Dutchmen, Mfg.
01.2004 - 01.2006
High School Diploma -
Goshen High School