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Silas Stipe

Summary

Qualified Mechanical Engineer with extensive knowledge of engineering equipment and software. Committed to providing accurate work with eye for detail. Consistently commended for meeting stringent project deadlines under budget.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mechanical Engineer - HVAC

Lochridge-Priest
09.2023 - Current
  • Attended project planning meetings to coordinate mechanical system designs with structural and architecture teams, mitigate design conflicts, and coordinate delivery timelines.
  • Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
  • Communicated project requirements and areas for improvement in design review meetings.
  • Identified deficiencies in mechanical processes to develop improvements.
  • Altered and modified designs to meet requirements and eliminate malfunctions.
  • Evaluated damage and damage tolerance of new composite material systems.
  • Utilized job-related software to produce outline designs.
  • Designed ventilation systems for cleanrooms and general manufacturing facilities.
  • Applied mechanical problem solving skills to develop creative solutions for quality products.
  • Identified suitable materials for production use that aligned with environmental concerns and budget constraints.
  • Performed pre-construction, quality and safety management, as well as constructability review, start-up and commissioning.

HVAC-R Mechanic

Rabroker Ac And Plumbing
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
  • Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
  • Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.
  • Utilized pressure gauges and soap-and-water solutions to test pipe and tubing joints for leaks.
  • Installed bypass dampers, low voltage wiring, smoke detectors, split systems, and package units in commercial or residential buildings.

Street Tech

City Of Kyle
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
  • Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
  • Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
  • Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
  • Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
  • Ordered and maintained all recreational equipment.
  • Trained staff members on conducting events and following safety procedures.

Welder

Plastic Welding & Fabrication
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
  • Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
  • Developed welding processes to improve coherence, accuracy and precision of welds.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
  • Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
  • Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
  • Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
  • Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.

Welder

Alamo Structural Steel
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Judson Early College Academy
Live Oak, TX
05.2022

High School Diploma -

Gwama
Waco, TX
05.2022

Skills

  • HVAC/MEP Design
  • Prototype Development
  • MathWorks MATLAB
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • Manufacturing Process Controls
  • Staff Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Technical Direction and Product Strategies
  • Troubleshooting
  • HVAC System Design
  • Ladder Logic
  • Risk Assessment
  • Instrumentation
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Project Management
  • Test Procedures
  • Risk Management
  • Product Development
  • Hydraulic and Pneumatic Design
  • Complex Problem Solver
  • Photoshop
  • Metal Fabrication
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Mentoring and Training

Certification

  • Certified welder, gwama - 2 years
  • Certified forklift, Alamo steel - 4 hours
  • Certified flagger, city of kyle - 8 hours
  • Certified cpr, city of Kyle - 6 hours

Timeline

Mechanical Engineer - HVAC

Lochridge-Priest
09.2023 - Current

HVAC-R Mechanic

Rabroker Ac And Plumbing
06.2023 - 09.2023

Street Tech

City Of Kyle
08.2022 - 06.2023

Welder

Plastic Welding & Fabrication
01.2022 - 08.2022

Welder

Alamo Structural Steel
09.2021 - 12.2021

High School Diploma -

Judson Early College Academy

High School Diploma -

Gwama
Silas Stipe