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Trent Hunter

Summary

As a mechanical design engineer with over three years of experience, I specialize in prototyping, problem solving, and root cause analysis. With eight years of CAD expertise, I excel at creating innovative designs that seamlessly transition from prototypes to production. My experience spans design, prototyping, manufacturing, quality control, and programming automated robots. I have a deep understanding of CNC machine shop processes, enabling me to collaborate effectively with the machine shop to optimize designs for production. My comprehensive approach ensures high-quality results from concept to completion

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mechanical Engineer

Odin Works
10.2023 - Current
  • Conducted root cause analysis on defective products, leading to improvements in manufacturing processes.
  • Established and coordinated sub-contracting and outsourcing requirements for machining and processes to overcome in-house production issues.
  • Provided engineering support during new product launches, coordinating efforts between design, production, and quality control teams.
  • Assisted in the development of new products through design, prototyping, manufacturing & mass production.
  • Designed fixturing and gauges for QC Inspection to identify and correct manufacturing mistakes.
  • Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
  • Programmed, troubleshot, and provided engineering support for Universal Robot controlled CNC tending.
  • Implemented standard drawing control templates and file structure to optimize ECO turnaround efficiency.


Mechanical CAD Drafter

Nightforce Optics, Inc.
05.2022 - 07.2023
  • Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
  • Reduced errors in design drawings by conducting thorough quality checks before final submission.
  • Maintained organized digital libraries of completed drawings and associated files for easy access prototyping phases or future reference.
  • Consistently adhered to company standards for drawing formats, layering conventions, labeling practices, and file storage procedures.
  • Created, printed, and modified drawings in Autodesk Inventor.Drafted various manufacturing projects for Research and Development use and reference.
  • Completed time sensitive Engineering Change Orders for production level components.
  • Collaborated in a team and designed, prototyped, and built an automated device to measure backlash in lead screw tolerances for quality control purposes.
  • Contributed to increased team productivity through skillful management of multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Developed and revised diagrams to accurately reflect design changes.

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Hillco Technologies
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Wrote programming and trained employees on the use of robotic welding equipment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues and designed new precision welding fixtures, assembly stands, and carts for production.
  • Assisted with the analysis of product flow to implement lean manufacturing techniques.
  • Performed detailed design analysis and completed production checklists, work orders, and enterprise change orders.
  • Prototyped, assembled, and installed new components for 2023 model year John Deere grass header.
  • Developed technical skills through training and shadowing experienced professionals.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for process optimization and waste reduction.

Farm Laborer

Greenco Farm
06.2016 - 08.2019
  • Led the fleet of combines, directing other operators to proper locations to optimal harvesting patterns
  • Drove combine, quad-trac, and various heavy equipment
  • Cultivated a wide variety of crops such as wheat, canola, and lentils
  • Performed miscellaneous physically demanding, labor intensive tasks
  • Picked rock with heavy equipment to prepare land for tilling for spring planting

Crew Member

Clearwater Basin Youth Conservation Corps
06.2015 - 08.2015
  • Created and cleared trails using chainsaws, shovels, picks and Pulaskis
  • Restored campgrounds after wildfires, pruned trees and shrubs, cleared debris, and repaired damaged buildings and structures
  • Conducted stream surveys and gathered data including depth, width, and debris for the Bureau of Land Management
  • Built split-rail, A-frame, slick-wire, and barbed-wire style fencing

Education

B.S. - Mechanical Engineering

University of Idaho
Moscow, ID
05-2022

High School Diploma -

Grangeville High School
Grangeville, ID
01.2018

Skills

  • Product development
  • Manufacturing processes
  • 5S methodology
  • Quality control
  • Computer-aided design
  • Manufacturing automation
  • 3D printing and additive manufacturing
  • Facility layout
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Teamwork
  • Detail-oriented
  • Expertise in: SOLIDWORKS
  • Expertise in: Autodesk Inventor
  • Expertise in: Fusion 360
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • GD&T
  • ASME Drafting Standards
  • ISO 10110
  • Data collection and testing
  • Introductory CNC Mill/Lathe Operation

Certification

  • Microsoft Office Specialist, Excel, Access, PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Office Expert, Word
  • Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (Advanced), 2022
  • HAAS Certification Basic Mill & Basic Lathe, 2024

Timeline

Mechanical Engineer

Odin Works
10.2023 - Current

Mechanical CAD Drafter

Nightforce Optics, Inc.
05.2022 - 07.2023

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Hillco Technologies
01.2021 - 05.2021

Farm Laborer

Greenco Farm
06.2016 - 08.2019

Crew Member

Clearwater Basin Youth Conservation Corps
06.2015 - 08.2015

B.S. - Mechanical Engineering

University of Idaho

High School Diploma -

Grangeville High School

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