Ryan Rice

(419) 605-8922 | Ricer3@mail.uc.edu

9289 Wren Landeck Rd. | Ohio City, OH 45874
Education
University of Cincinnati, OH Class of 2020
College of Engineering and Applied Science GPA: 3.51/4.0
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Van Wert High School – Van Wert, OH Class of 2015
Graduate of Distinction GPA: 3.98/4.0
Work Experience
Loft LLC – Providence, RI July 2018 – Present
Mechanical Design Engineer
• Developed an IP-68 waterproof housing for the FluidSense Ecobilge sensor
• Coordinated prototyping and manufacturing timelines for injection molded assemblies
• Created top down (master model) Solidworks assembly files from Rhinoceros files
• Implemented an iterative design process for the rapid prototyping of plastic parts
• Optimized assembly, machining, injection molding, and sheet metal designs for manufacturing
• Constructed and soldered circuit boards from schematics for prototype testing
• Scheduled and set meeting agendas for weekly progress reports
General Tool Company – Cincinnati, OH December 2017 - May 2018
Mechanical Engineering
• Prepared quotes and created manufacturing instructions for the machining and fabrication of
aerospace, naval, and defense products
• Designed machining fixtures for the manufacturing of (5) GE engine cases
• Created and dimensioned part drawings according to ASME 14.5M-1994
• Documented the hand finishing and assembly processes of a fighter jet fan case
• Itemized drawings and generated documentation for First Article Inspections in compliance with
specifications provided by various aerospace customers (Rolls Royce, Boeing, and Northrop
Grumman)
• Collaborated with technicians and engineers to produce high quality parts
Clarke Fire Protection Products – Cincinnati, OH August 2016 - September 2017
Engineering Product Designer
• Designed custom bases for diesel engines and fire pumps
• Revised and improved AutoCAD files as needed
• Generated pump and base relationship pages
• Developed submittal drawings for customers
• Created reference pages for the Clarke website
• Processed changes requested by production
• Modified engine option drawings in Inventor
• Requested part models from vendors as needed
• Contributed to the complete redesign of engine enclosure
Skills
SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MATLAB, Autodesk Inventor, Vault, Microsoft Office Suite, Logic Pro X, Soldering,
Welding (GTAW and GMAW), Basic Tools (Wrenches, Screwdrivers, etc.), Power Tools (Drill Press, Various
Saws, etc.), MadetoManage, Eggenix, DISCUS
Activities and Involvement
College: Volunteered as a referee at FTC Robotics Competition (2016-2019); Running Club (2015-
2019); Engineering Tribunal (2015-2016); RallyCats (2015-2016)
High School: Robotics Team (2012-2015), Captain (2014-2015); Varsity Cross Country (2011-2015),
Captain (2014-2015); Varsity Track & Field (2011-2015); Beta Club (2012-2015); National
Honor Society (2012-2015)
Community: Volunteered in children’s area at LifeHouse Church (2013-2015); Lead Guitarist for
LifeHouse Youth Band (2013-2015)
Availability
Seeking full time employment in research and development or design, Summer 2020