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Sean Pettitt

Sean Pettitt

Bristol,VA

Summary

38 Years of Mechanical Engineering have provided me with solid track record in mechanical engineering, project management and manufacturing disciplines to achieve technically sound AFC products for Underground Mining sector. Adept at driving engineering processes to achieve optimal performance, ensuring high-quality outcomes to customer satisfaction. Known for collaborative approach and focused execution of products from inception through to equipment life cycle.

Strategic thinker with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced engineering environment, with demanding customer expectations.

Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

AFC & Roof Supports Senior Engineer (Engineer V)

Komatsu Mining Corporation
09.2019 - Current
  • Lead U.S. representative for all major rotating parts (bearings/impact rotors/transmissions etc.) of AFC system. Responsible for creating Engineering reports and conducting failure analysis investigations in response to warranty claims. Develop salvage procedures to extend equipment life. Apply value engineering techniques to reduce component costs. Key customer interface for technical discussions. Typical AFC System contract value : $5-70 million range.
  • Responsible for Project Management , identifying Milestones & critical paths to ensure commercial delivery deadlines are met. Including but not limited to sourcing of technical competencies for specific technical challenges.
  • Company presenter to both internal and external customers.
  • Root Cause Analysis - Company representative for generation of Root Cause Failure reports.
  • Hydraulic Systems - Design & Verification of high pressure (350 bar) hydraulic systems.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with Mine representatives engaging in customer technical presentations , to fully understand their needs and respond with AFC system deliverables.
  • Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance in best practices and fostering professional growth opportunities where identified.
  • Delivered high-quality products by collaborating closely with sales teams to understand customer needs and translate them into viable solutions.

AFC & Roof Supports Mechanical Engineer

Komatsu Mining Corporation (Formally Joy Global)
02.2009 - 08.2019
  • Primary roles include development of initial technical compliance matrix to fully engineered and integrated Armored Face Conveyor (AFC) system solutions. Identify and develop new areas for market opportunity and give technical support to retain existing customer product base.
  • Travel Oversees and meet with Mine representatives to evaluate system requirements.
  • Regular design reviews with customers to ensure onboarding of designs prior to releasing to manufacturing.
  • Equipment testing and customer acceptance trials , followed bu underground visits during equipment commissioning and post operational site follow up's for equipment performance and company PR activities.
  • Created, prototyped and tested unique new products/systems for multiple customers on a global basis.

Mechanical Design Engineer

Borg Warner Turbo Systems
02.2006 - 02.2009
  • Team member for turbo system design using complex surface modeling in Pro/E including compressor housing design, turbine geometry and mold/pattern design. drawing/model updates using ECR implementation. Application of geometric tolerances to achieve best fit practices in high volume production facility. Rapid prototyping and fast to market techniques.
  • Planned in excess of 12 projects from beginning to end, focusing on timelines, budgets and mechanical feasibility of new Variable Turbine Geometry (VTG) for commercial transport sector.

Mechanical Design Engineer

Joy Global
03.2001 - 02.2006
  • Detailed layout and production of manufacturing drawings of AFC systems using Pro-Engineer and Inventor. Technical representative for rebuild quotations and responsible for the development of work instructions to facilitate rebuilds in compressed delivery timescales.

Design Integration Engineer

MatraBae Dynamics Ltd
08.1997 - 12.2000
  • Conceptual layout of naval missile system platform. Project management of developmental equipment for environmental testing and integration. Management of trials teams throughout England, France, and Kuwait. Prime interface for French shipyard (prime contractor) for technical and commercial issues of weapon platform. System trials leader of successful live missile firing. Contract value for satisfactory completion: $90 million.

Owner/Director

One to One Property Management
03.1995 - 12.2000
  • Created and managed a property management business dealing with individuals and large corporate clients. Negotiated various long term contracts with several large corporations to manage all aspects of rental, maintenance and legal issues. Turnover Value per year: $5 million in 450 property portfolio. Ran parallel with an on going engineering position, supported by a staff of four.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.

Design Integration Engineer

MatraBae Dynamics Ltd
09.1990 - 03.1995
  • Lead mechanical engineer for naval systems department. Compilation of technical requirement specifications for contracts. Design of new and modified weapon handling systems; principally carried out on Royal Naval (Type 23) and Malaysian frigates. Point of contact for all contract technical issues with manufacturing subcontractor including prime shipbuilder (CMN Shipyards) Systems team leader for ship trials and successful live missile firings conducted in UK coastal waters and Persian Gulf.

Education

4 Year Electro-Mechanical Technical Apprenticeship -

MatraBae Dynamics Ltd
08.1990

BTEC HNC Mechanical Engineering - undefined

Stevenage College
08.1990

Skills

COMPUTER SKILLS

  • CAD Software: Inventor 2026 and previous versions (3000 hrs ), Pro-E (most modules including Pro-Mechanica) , CATIA INVENTOR Fusion 360
  • Own and operate fully licensed FUSION 360
  • Other Software: SAP, MindManager, Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator, MS Offices Suite, SalesForce

PERSONAL QUALITIES

  • Team-Oriented: Collaborative, team-oriented attitude in most of the cases in all situation
  • Responsible: Professional responsibility and timeliness with deadlines in all situations
  • Creative: Consistently and effective produce creative solutions and think out of the box

PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES

  • Effective Team Player: Solid Mechanical skills in all areas, will undertake all assignments within team
  • Deliverable Solutions: Continually provide engineered solutions to achieve deliverable milestones on time and within Engineering & manufacturing cost budgets
  • Sole Responsibilities: Tasked with handling day to day engineering duties without supervision US and International travel to deal with technical field and manufacturing issues Provide guidance for all other disciplines with organisation for system or product issues identified both internally and/or externally

Timeline

AFC & Roof Supports Senior Engineer (Engineer V)

Komatsu Mining Corporation
09.2019 - Current

AFC & Roof Supports Mechanical Engineer

Komatsu Mining Corporation (Formally Joy Global)
02.2009 - 08.2019

Mechanical Design Engineer

Borg Warner Turbo Systems
02.2006 - 02.2009

Mechanical Design Engineer

Joy Global
03.2001 - 02.2006

Design Integration Engineer

MatraBae Dynamics Ltd
08.1997 - 12.2000

Owner/Director

One to One Property Management
03.1995 - 12.2000

Design Integration Engineer

MatraBae Dynamics Ltd
09.1990 - 03.1995

BTEC HNC Mechanical Engineering - undefined

Stevenage College

4 Year Electro-Mechanical Technical Apprenticeship -

MatraBae Dynamics Ltd

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