Joshua Mease
Dupont,Pa
Summary
Dynamic Senior Manufacturing Engineer and Tooling Specialist with a strong foundation in design engineering, recognized for delivering innovative and efficient solutions across diverse industries, including architectural, automotive, and aerospace. Proficient in CAD software, CNC programming, project management, and the creation of blueprints and technical documentation, demonstrating a proven track record of success. Dependable team player adept at adapting to evolving project demands while maintaining a focus on achieving optimal results. Strong analytical capabilities combined with creative problem-solving skills drive project success and enhance overall productivity.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Tooling Design Engineer
Volvo (Consultant thru SEGULA Technologies)
Macungie, PA
06.2022 - Current
- Design custom tools to assist production of Mack trucks.
- Work within custom ERP system, Custom Tooling Repository via PDM Link, and various Sharepoints and power BIs to share data.
- Utilize workflow/workplace methodologies such as as 5S, Gemba, Kaizan, Lean, FMEA, and RCA.
- Typically have 30 to 50 tools assigned at a time, tool requests are varying complexities and lead times.
- Project Manager - Every custom tool is a project. Begins with a tool request, next steps are, investigate, speak to technicians, supervisors, safety, and business team, then design or RFQ, if design complete model and drawings and manage in house fabrication team, if RFQ manage project.
- Upon fabrication completion or tooling/equipment delivery I schedule a trial with the team (all stakeholders from line technician to business unit manager) on the line and we either close the job and put in service or go back to design if needed.
- Tooling Engineer Coordinator TEC, additionally role within TE team where my responsibilities are to meet with a specific area of the production line and review all of their tooling requests prior to submitting their TERs. Track current tooling requests and plan for upcoming project and priorities for safety and quality. Run weekly meetings.
- 3d print, I use 3d prints for various tooling needs from jigs to non marring supports to supporting product development with mock ups for fitment tests.
- Software skills: Auto Cad, Catia, Creo, Inventor, NCL, Sketchup, GrabCAD, Bambu Software Excel/Google Sheets, Word/Google Writer, PowerPoint, Photoshop/Gimp, Outlook, Teams, Sharepoints.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Streamlined the design process for increased efficiency by utilizing advanced CAD software tools.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
CNC Programmer /Lead Engineer
ASHLEY MACHINE AND TOOL
Wyoming, PA
07.2011 - 05.2022
- Lead Engineer for 7 years. Performed estimates for new projects and for continuous improvements to existing jobs.
- Led design and implementation of innovative machining processes to enhance product quality.
- Oversaw engineering projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints.
- Developed fixture designs for quality inspection fixtures, forming fixtures and check templates, and machining fixtures for CNC.
- Create drawings and CNC programs to fabricate fixtures.
- Created CNC programs to machine new parts and reprogrammed legacy programs for efficiency.
- If Model Based Definition (MBD) create shop drawings for inspection department and machinists.
- Work cross functionally with manufacturing/floor, inspection/quality, and production/management on all projects at all times, the engineering team fills in all the gaps.
- Software used: Excel/Sheets, Word/Writer, Photoshop/Gimp, AutoCAD, Catia, inventor, NCL, Outlook.
- Routinely create dimensioned drawings. Distribute workload to coworkers and train new employees.
Architecture CAD Specialist/ Construction Management
Kesselman Design LLC
West Wyoming, PA
07.2005 - 06.2011
- Design, Drafting, Construction Management. Small office, I apprenticed as an architect.
- Field measure existing buildings and create dimensioned plans, construct site plans with map and deed data, design new construction residential and commercial.
- Photograph properties and recreate elevation drawings.
- Create renderings of designs. Create detailed construction drawings to assist builders in difficult projects.
- Continued working part time with Mr. Kesselman for several more years after I started my engineering position with Ashley Machine and Tool Co.
CNC Programmer
Fleetwood Motor Homes
Paxinos, PA
01.2001 - 07.2005
- Programmed CNC machines using G-code and M-code for precision component manufacturing.
- Autocad
- Mastercam
- Collaborated with production team to optimize design specifications and enhance production efficiency.
- Collaborated with product engineers on product changes and new project work.
- R&D tooling, machining, and CNC Machines
- Improved CNC program efficiency by optimizing tool paths and reducing cycle times.
- Provided technical support for shop floor personnel, assisting with setup procedures and addressing any issues related to CNC programs.
- Increased machine uptime by troubleshooting and resolving programming errors promptly.
- Maintained organized library of CNC programs, ensuring version control and easy access for all team members involved in the production process.
Education
Architectural Design -
Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PA06.2007
High school diploma -
North Schuylikill
Fountain Springs06.1998
Skills
- Catia
- Creo
- AutoCAD
- CAM programming
- Tool Design
- Quotations
- Blueprint creation
- Blue print interpretation
- Mastercam
- SketchUp
- Grabcad
- Fusion 360
- Problem solving
- Supervising experience
- Project management
- FMEA
- Research & development
- Analysis skills
- Kaizen
- Gemba
- 5S
- FMEA
- Power BI
- Excell
- Powerpoint
- Photoshop/Gimp
- Communication skills
- Agile Machining
- Mechanical drafting
- Mechanical reverse engineering
- 3d printing and scanning
- Milling machines (CNC) programming
- CNC lathe programming
- M-code
- G-code
- GD&T
- Safety analysis (Osha and ASME standards)
- Ergonomic assessment (Volvo Standards)
- Jira
- Precision measuring instruments
- ISO 9001
Certification
CPR Certification
Timeline
Senior Tooling Design Engineer
Volvo (Consultant thru SEGULA Technologies)
06.2022 - Current
CNC Programmer /Lead Engineer
ASHLEY MACHINE AND TOOL
07.2011 - 05.2022
Architecture CAD Specialist/ Construction Management
Kesselman Design LLC
07.2005 - 06.2011
CNC Programmer
Fleetwood Motor Homes
01.2001 - 07.2005
Architectural Design -
Luzerne County Community College
High school diploma -
North Schuylikill