Ethan Shotwell
Chattanooga
Summary
Mechanical Design Engineer with 3 years of experience in 3D modeling, CAD design, and technical drawing for manufacturing. Proficient in Autodesk Inventor, skilled in developing high-precision mechanical components and assemblies. Demonstrated ability to manage end-to-end design processes, including prototype development, quality control, and cross-functional team collaboration. Seeking to apply technical expertise and problem-solving skills in a design engineering role to drive innovative solutions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Engineer
Ken Garner Manufacturing
2022.02 - Current
- Developed 3D models for mechanical assemblies using Autodesk Inventor, ensuring precise specifications and manufacturability.
- Created technical drawings for machining, sheet metal fabrication, and press forming, streamlining production processes.
- Managed Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), documenting design modifications and communicating updates across teams.
- Designed and optimized fixtures and jigs, improving assembly accuracy and production throughput by minimizing tolerances.
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to coordinate prototype development, aligning with design intent and achieving timely deliveries.
- Enhanced manufacturability by modifying customer drawings based on equipment and production constraints.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Local Motors
2021.05 - 2022.01
- Designed and modeled mechanical parts for machining, sheet metal fabrication, and thermoforming, ensuring precision.
- Integrated autonomous system components for the Olli vehicle, managing over 40 parts using Siemens NX and Teamcenter.
- Managed assemblies of up to several thousand components, contributing to BOM structure development and optimization.
Processes Engineer Intern
United Enertech
2019.05 - 2019.08
- Conducted quality inspections on approximately 40% of small dampers, ensuring adherence to specifications and standards.
- Diagnosed and resolved routine issues with hydraulic press punches independently, assisting with repairs to improve equipment reliability and uptime.
- Developed and wrote training processes for new employees, facilitating smooth onboarding and consistent performance across the team.
- Tested and evaluated new equipment, including hydraulic lift tables, and relocated machinery to optimize plant layout and improve overall efficiency.
Education
BS - Mechanical Engineering
The University Of Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN12.2020
Skills
- CAD Software: Autodesk Inventor (4/5)
- Manufacturing Processes: Machining, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Thermoforming
- Prototyping: Rapid Prototyping, Fixture Design, Design for Manufacturability
- Engineering Tools: Engineering Change Management (ECN), BOM Management, Failure Mode Analysis
- Documentation Tools: Technical Drawing, Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Design Engineer
Ken Garner Manufacturing
2022.02 - Current
Mechanical Design Engineer
Local Motors
2021.05 - 2022.01
Processes Engineer Intern
United Enertech
2019.05 - 2019.08
BS - Mechanical Engineering
The University Of Tennessee
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