William Andrew Dodd
North Augusta,SC
Summary
Mechanical engineering professional recognized for applying technical skills and analytical mindset to create efficient solutions. Adept at design, testing, and implementation of mechanical systems, contributing to significant project advancements. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to achieving team goals, with versatile skill set that adapts to evolving project requirements.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Engineer
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS)
11.2023 - Current
- Designed and optimized mechanical systems for enhanced performance and reliability.
- Conducted failure analysis to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative product designs and improvements.
- Led project timelines, ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Curtis Baptist School
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Responsible for physical education of K-5 through 8th Grade including two four-year old daycare classes
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments
- Developed social and behavioral skills for all age groups
- Facilitated individual and team sports activities, promoting teamwork and sportsmanship among students.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to enhance physical skills and confidence.
PROCUREMENT MANAGER
Cross Link Consulting
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Procurement of needed computer parts/software for business partners
- Provide Cross Link with communication and sales to clients
- Scheduling out of projects/services for the technicians
- Led a major wireless survey project for the entire campus of Piedmont of Augusta
- Utilizing wireless network surveying software, provided recommendations for reconfiguring the hospital's wireless network for the implementation of new phones for the workforce
- Presented reports recommending relocations and additions of access points to overall wireless network for each floor of the hospital
Maintenance and Operations Personnel
Curtis Baptist Church
04.2016 - 08.2021
- Close communication with the church, school, and daycare staff to keep the campus clean and happy
- Saved money in several different areas by learning how to fix problems that would otherwise need to be hired out
- Such things include the following:
- Electrical Work: changing out lights, ballasts, outlets, and rewiring
- Floor Maintenance: stripping and waxing of floors every summer; restoration of floors through buffing
- Painting: painting of many halls and many rooms to keep the campus looking new and fresh; car lot lines restoration
- General Maintenance: Sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, wall patching, plumbing
- Security work during events
- Trained 8 employees in all aspects of the job
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC05.2021
Skills
- Quick and effective learner
- Experienced in employee training and leadership
- Good with computers (Microsoft Office Apps, CAD, Solid Works, MATLAB, Abaqus, Python)
- Responsible, respectful, and hardworking
- Problem-solving skills
- Decision-making
Accomplishments
- Project Development - Collaborated with team of [team] in the development of [project].
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Helped created a safer more effective tool for operations at Morgan Advanced Materials in design class from fall 2020 to spring 2021
- Awards: Anne W. and Robert M. Lewis Scholarship for outstanding scholastic achievement
- Worship band leader for middle and high school students at Curtis Baptist Church for 7 years
- National Society of Leadership and Success nominee 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
- Lawn care volunteer for elder/widow ministry
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS)
11.2023 - Current
PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Curtis Baptist School
08.2022 - 08.2023
PROCUREMENT MANAGER
Cross Link Consulting
08.2021 - 08.2022
Maintenance and Operations Personnel
Curtis Baptist Church
04.2016 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Carolina - Columbia