Wesley Wolfgong
Finleyville,PA
Summary
Mechanical Engineer with 14 years of combined experience in engineering and mechanical design, including experience in thermal hydraulics testing, fluid systems, test facility development, and reactor design. Demonstrated success leading projects and collaborating within cross-functional teams. Skilled in additive manufacturing, with 7 years of experience producing functional prototypes and visual aids to support design validation and training initiatives. Earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics, providing a strong foundation for analytical problem-solving and technical excellence.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Test Engineer / Designer / Prototyper
Naval Nuclear Laboratory
West Mifflin, PA
12.2013 - Current
- Design and develop test fixtures and components.
- Conduct engineering analysis and evaluations to meet all specifications and standards
- Create documentation, drawings, operation manuals, and work packages
- Diagnose issues and failures with equipment and develop a corrective action for the deficiency
- Communicate with sponsors to deliver a quality product that meets given specifications
- Lead teams of engineers and technicians to complete projects
- Work in a team of engineers to complete large scale projects
- Communicate with vendors for parts production, modification, and inspections
- Communicate with suppliers to purchase required parts and material that meet needed specifications
- Work with a project manager to develop a work schedule and labor allocation
- Create 3D models for analysis, manufacturing drawings and additive manufacturing
- Peer review engineering documents and drawings
- Use additive manufacturing to create models for training, design reviews, and in the field use
- Develop and delivery training to peers on relative skills and processes
- Create and maintain environmental and waste path documentation to meet both state and municipality requirements
Shift Manager / Salesman / Delivery driver
Advanced Auto Parts
Franklin PA, Crafton PA, Titusville PA
10.2009 - 12.2013
- Communicate and help commercial customers solve complex automotive problems.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and company policies.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, fostering positive relationships and enhancing overall satisfaction rates.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices for customer service and inventory management.
Designer Intern
Xactix, Inc.
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2013 - 10.2013
- Create 3D models, manufacture drawings, and operation manuals
- Maintained inventory and shipping/receiving orders
- Assembled Microelectromechanical manufacturing devices
Engineering Scientific Technical Intern
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
Oil City, PA
06.2010 - 10.2011
- Reviewed and updated engineering drawings and databases
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for transportation projects.
- Engaged in field inspections, gathering data on road conditions and infrastructure integrity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA12.2022
Associate in Science Degree - Mechanical Design and Computer Aided Drafting
Pittsburgh Technical Institute
Oakdale, PA10.2013
Diploma - Computer Aided Drafting and Design
Venango Technology Center
Oil City, PA08.2009
Skills
- Experienced with CAD software
- Experienced with analysis software
- Familiar with ASME standards
- Experienced in machine design
- Experienced manufacturing processes
- Attention to detail
- Functional testing
- Problem-solving
- Project management
- Technical communication skills
- Design verification
- Research and development
Timeline
Test Engineer / Designer / Prototyper
Naval Nuclear Laboratory
12.2013 - Current
Designer Intern
Xactix, Inc.
03.2013 - 10.2013
Engineering Scientific Technical Intern
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
06.2010 - 10.2011
Shift Manager / Salesman / Delivery driver
Advanced Auto Parts
10.2009 - 12.2013
Associate in Science Degree - Mechanical Design and Computer Aided Drafting
Pittsburgh Technical Institute
Diploma - Computer Aided Drafting and Design
Venango Technology Center
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Point Park University
TRAINING
- Training courses in machine manufacturing from Westmorland Advanced Technology Center
- Training courses in welding from Community Collage of Allegheny County
- Certificate of completion in Fundamentals of GD&T
- ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel code, Design and Construction
- ASME B31.1, B31.3 Practical piping design process and power application
- ASME Fracture Mechanics
- AFT software, Fathom, Arrow, Impulse
- ANSYS software
CERTIFICATIONS / ACHIEVEMENTS
- Pennsylvania Skills Certification in General Drafting 2009
- Boy Scouts of America: Eagle Scout and Order of the Arrow Vigil Honor
- Point Park University Deans List 10 times
- Pittsburgh Technical Institute Academic Award 7 times