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Trevor Luckemeyer

New Braunfels,TX

Summary

Mechanical Engineer with 6 years of experience in process engineering within the plastics manufacturing industry focusing on continuous improvement, process optimization, and machine design. Strong hands-on background in mechanical design, including prototyping, CAD modeling, and product development. Passionate about machine design and eager to leverage expertise in optimizing mechanical systems to contribute to innovative design solutions in various industries.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Process Control Engineer

Minigrip
06.2018 - Current
  • Managed plant-wide improvement projects from the design phase through integration focusing on various areas of a blown film extrusion process. Improvements have contributed to a 4.5% increase in overall production yield and a reduction in operational costs.
  • Contributed to production performance improvements through process optimization, new machine design, and equipment upgrades achieving output increases up to 70% on key production lines.
  • Incorporated mechanical design principles in new machine design applications from prototyping to manufacturing for production use. Utilized Fusion 360 CAD software for modeling, FEA, and motion simulation.
  • Designed and implemented electrical and electromechanical automation solutions to processes in multiple manufacturing departments.
  • Introduced CNC outsourcing for mechanical parts and production dies, cutting down product development timelines and reducing the load on in-house machining resources.
  • Applied design changes to existing equipment improving machine functionality and bearing life while reducing overall maintenance.
  • Installed new process cooling equipment aiding in the development of new products and increases to production outputs.

Engineering Intern

Minigrip
05.2016 - 01.2018
  • Developed an interactive heat balance model for a multi-line blown film extrusion process to estimate cooling load based on various user inputs and parameters. Model used to size and purchase process cooling equipment.
  • Designed and implemented an efficient storage rack layout for forklift traffic that minimized the number of intersecting work flow paths.

Engineering Intern

Encino Automation, LLC
06.2015 - 08.2015
  • Used Microsoft Excel to create PLC inputs/outputs checklist for field use.
  • Performed PLC inputs/outputs testing.
  • Visited multiple industrial sites that have instituted automated controls.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
05.2018

Skills

  • 3D CAD Modeling and Technical Drawings (Fusion 360, SolidWorks)
  • FEA and Motion Simulation
  • Control Systems (Motion, Tension, Temperature, and Fluid)
  • PLC programming (CLICK, Mitsubishi)
  • Project Management
  • R&D and New Product Development

Keydesignprojects

  • S-Wrap Haul Off Units, Designed and implemented new conveying equipment to replace the primary film haul-off unit, utilizing the capstan effect to achieve optimal line speed control and consistency. Machine includes a strategically designed drivetrain and tension control system to minimize footprint while maintaining precise line speed control.
  • Trim Winder, Designed and implemented a trim winding machine with an integrated automatic collapsing roller for efficient trim removal. System incorporates a single servo axis to control both winding motion and roller actuation, utilizing the servo's integrated torque control mode to eliminate the need for costly force sensing devices, reducing both system complexity and cost.
  • Telescoping Spool Chuck, Designed and implemented a pneumatic spool chuck capable of supporting a 400 lb rotating production spool, incorporating telescoping shafts and crossed roller bearings. The design aimed to double the previous stroke length while maintaining the existing envelope, optimizing both functionality and space efficiency while significantly improving ease of use and safety for production operators.

Timeline

Process Control Engineer

Minigrip
06.2018 - Current

Engineering Intern

Minigrip
05.2016 - 01.2018

Engineering Intern

Encino Automation, LLC
06.2015 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Texas A&M University
Trevor Luckemeyer