KENNETH WEAVER

Pullman, WA 99163 • Kenneth.D.Weaver@Gmail.com • 208-310-2281

MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Personable Mechanical Engineer with 5+ years of experience working in teams and groups using
quick learning and innovative thinking to develop novel ways of solving problems and creating
solutions. Contributes strong prototyping and manufacturing experience to create streamlined
product assembly. Strong interpersonal skills paired with dynamic critical thinking support
customer focused and relational approach to service. Areas of expertise include:
SolidWorks | AutoCAD | MATLab | Visual Basic | FEA | Adobe | Soldering | Assembly | Machining
Project Management | Prototyping | Microsoft AX | 3d Printing | Communication Skills | Teamwork
International Team Collaboration | Customer Service | Quick Learner | Microsoft Office
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

ASSOCIATE MANUFACTURING ENGINEER OCTOBER 2018 – PRESENT

SCHWEITZER ENGINEERING | LEWISTON, ID
• Managed and organized proto and pilot builds on over 20 ECOS
• Organized meetings with R&D and the production floor to ensure each team was supported
in the development of new processes and products
• Designed production support tools in SolidWorks and used a Prusa 3d printer to expedite
use on the floor
• Supported proto builds at sister plant, in San Luis Potosi, virtually and locally
• Utilized Microsoft Office Suite to present and store information in a manageable and orderly
manner
• Managed deadlines between multiple projects and deliverable dates to ensure prompt
service and project progress
• Developed work instructions for harness development and meters enclosure builds

MECHANICAL DESIGN CONSULTANT JULY 2017 – NOVEMBER 2018

MODERN AWNING | SEATTLE, WA
• Reverse engineered 21 parts, using SolidWorks, from samples and fit those samples to
current working models
• Modified and fixed broken SolidWorks models from previous engineers in order to run
simulation on complete models
• Made simulation data for crucial elements in the model using Solidworks FEA
• Created manufacturing drawings from SolidWorks parts for manufacturing in China
• Designed parts for efficiency in machining and minimizing environmental impact
• Scheduled and coordinated meetings with 2 clients to ensure consistent progress with
various projects

MECHANICAL DESIGN CONSULTANT SEPTEMBER 2016 – DECEMBER 2016

KATALYST FITNESS INC. | SEATTLE, WA
• Worked in a team of 4 to build multiple components for a new full-body EMS machine
• Participated in weekly project update meetings to present the work accomplished during
the previous week
• Worked in a startup with fast moving targets where each person wore multiple hats and
problem solving was integral to product development
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RELEVANT EXPERIENCE (CONTINUED)

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING INTERN JUNE 2016 – SEPTEMBER 2016

SCHWEITZER ENGINEERING LABS | PULLMAN, WA
• Improved manufacturing process to reduce time from 90 minutes to 10 minutes leading to
a savings of 400 man hours per year
• Utilized Microsoft AX to receive and transfer shipments along with updating picking lists,
boms, and cycle counting
• Routed and assembled enclosures and networking racks based on previously designed and
drafted designs
• Developed Excel tables to calculate and measure wire lengths and routing distances for
enclosures to expedite the wire cutting process

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING INTERN JUNE 2014 – SEPTEMBER 2014

SCHWEITZER ENGINEERING LABS | PULLMAN, WA
• Redrafted and replaced all PEM’s in Manufacturing Mechanical Support models using
SolidWorks to streamline processes for future projects
• Managed Manufacturing Mechanical Support’s SolidWorks PDM by deleting over 200
outdated parts and repairing 400+ broken files

PROJECTS

SENIOR DESIGN PROJECT SEPTEMBER 2016 – JUNE 2017

SEATTLE UNIVERSITY | SEATTLE, WA
• Worked in a team of six Seattle University students (4 mechanical engineering and 2
electrical engineering) to design, manufacture, and fabricate a working electrical
generator, control system, and data logger
• Designed 4 different revisions including a plastic 3d printed prototype, and 3 metal plastic
working models
• Led the team along while fulfilling duties as the Mechanical Design and Fabrication Lead
• Collaborated with the Electrical Design Lead to create a preliminary design for the
generator and for all components involved in the fabrication of the generator
• Presented design work completed throughout year in both formal and casual settings
• Developed innovative ways to maximize efficiency and output of the generator while also
minimizing cost and fabrication time

EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING GRADUATED JUNE 2017

SEATTLE UNIVERSITY | SEATTLE, WA

CERTIFICATIONS

ENGINEER IN TRAINING APRIL 2017

LICENSE 35685
SOLIDWORKS – CSWA OCTOBER 2016