Stuart Stritzel
Killingworth,CT
Summary
High-performing Design Engineer with solid background in Mechanical Engineering. Skilled in using CAD software, prototyping and testing with keen eye for detail. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in design, development and implementation of complex projects.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
11B Infantry/ 18X Special Forces Candidate
US Army
10.2020 - 04.2024
- Led and taught fireteam guerilla and small unit tactics in training
- Learn demolitions for field expedient and sabotage use under high stress conditions
- Trained to observe and survey objectives in concealed positions under minimal supervision
- Maintained and categorized team gear for current and future missions.
Process Engineer
Valley Tool and Manufacturing LLC
10.2019 - 07.2020
- Create sheet metal parts from mylars and customer supplied models using Solidworks
- Ensure customer parts are within aerospace GD&T through testing and remodeling
- Produce manufacturing work orders and supervise part completion
- Precise documentation of work orders and program revisions to meet ISO 9001 standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and achieve operational excellence.
Sheet Metal Programmer
Valley Tool and Manufacturing LLC
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Program Amada turret and laser machines for efficient flat-pattern production and minimal tool wear
- Effectively work and communicate with management to achieve customer satisfaction
- Work with bench mechanics and machine operators to achieve manufacturability
- Generate form tools from models to aid in hydraulic press and hammer forming production
Assistant Coach
Branford Stingrays
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted and coached entry level to pre-collegiate swimmers.
- Mentored athletes on sportsmanship, leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the field.
Assistant Swim Coach
Troy High School
08.2017 - 12.2017
Groundsman
Constable Tree Service
05.2017 - 09.2017
Education
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) -
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy, NY05.2018
Skills
- Solidworks
- MS Excel
- MS PowerPoint
- MS Word
- Task Prioritization
- Project Management
- Engineering Documentation
- System Troubleshooting
- CNC Machining Knowledge
- Sheet metal forming
- Heat treatment processes
Other
- RPI Varsity Men's Swim Team
- Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity member
Timeline
11B Infantry/ 18X Special Forces Candidate
US Army
10.2020 - 04.2024
Process Engineer
Valley Tool and Manufacturing LLC
10.2019 - 07.2020
Assistant Coach
Branford Stingrays
08.2019 - 08.2020
Sheet Metal Programmer
Valley Tool and Manufacturing LLC
10.2018 - 10.2019
Assistant Swim Coach
Troy High School
08.2017 - 12.2017
Groundsman
Constable Tree Service
05.2017 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) -
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
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