WALTER ALVARADO
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
A seasoned mechanical engineer with over five years of dedicated experience in product design and development across diverse industries such as manufacturing, medical, and transportation. Equipped to collaborate in intricate ongoing projects or create new initiatives from scratch. Proficiency in leading software tools and extensive hands-on experience with diverse machining tools.
Software proficiencies: Ansys, Autodesk, AutoCAD, Basic Java Programming, Creo, Dewesoft, LabView, Matlab, MS Office, SolidWorks
Machining and Welding Tools proficiencies: CNCs, mills, lathes, grinders, band saws, chop saws, arc welding (MIG)
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Steris
07.2023 - Current
- Lead mechanical design projects implementing innovative and cost-effective product solutions to support organization from prototype development through full-scale production
- Provide engineering support to Manufacturing, Purchasing, Servicing, and other departmental teams using design expertise
- Designs, develops, documents and executes mechanical and/or electromechanical solutions for components based on product requirements (i.e Bicompatibility)
Mechanical Engineer
Steris (Previously Cantel Medical)
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (manufacturing, finance, servicing, etc) on project feasibility and development
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, procedures, and technical reports used in product verification and validation
- Participated in company wide Lean Six Sigma projects to improve manufacturing performance on a global scale (executive kaizens)
Light Rail Maintenance Intern
Metro Transit Operations
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Designed and implemented process design improvements for train maintenance
- Collaborated with various stakeholders to enhance process and performance of machinery use
- Developed, updated and organized excel databases to handle customer and maintenance data
- Created various maintenance tools using different manufacturing methods i.e. 3D printing, casting, and machining
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Ritchie Engineering Company Inc
08.2017 - 10.2018
- Performed manual and functional project testing, and reported defects
- Collaborated with developers and project managers to assess program capabilities, features and testing demands
- Investigated equipment function to diagnose faults and make recommendations to provide solutions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of St. Thomas
Saint Paul, MN01.2021
Skills
- Product development
- 2D and 3D modeling
- Multitasking and Time Management
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Project management
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Timeline
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Steris
07.2023 - Current
Mechanical Engineer
Steris (Previously Cantel Medical)
04.2021 - 07.2023
Light Rail Maintenance Intern
Metro Transit Operations
05.2019 - 01.2021
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Ritchie Engineering Company Inc
08.2017 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of St. Thomas
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