Ken Weaver

Experience

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  Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)

  Jun 2014 - Sept 2014

  Mechanical Engineering Intern

  • 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processes for future projects• Managed Manufacturing Mechanical Support’s SolidWorks PDM by deleting over 200 outdated parts and repairing 400+ broken files

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  Seattle University Machine Shop

  Sept 2014 - Sept 2016

  Assistant Machinist

  • Machined and assembled apparatuses for Seattle University faculty using Bridgeport Manual Mills, CNC Mills, and lathes to support academic research• Utilized various surfacing procedures including sand blasting and painting to ensure high quality professional products

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  Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)

  Jun 2016 - Sept 2016

  Mechanical Engineer Intern

  • 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

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  Katalyst Inc.

  Sept 2016 - Dec 2016

  Part Time Mechanical Engineer | Consultant | SolidWorks

  • Worked in a team of 4 to build multiple components for a new full-body EMS machine which required meetings to ensure that each part worked correctly with the others• 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• Designed 4 parts with SolidWorks for ease of manufacturability• Produced shop drawings to allow for the manufacturing of each designed part• Managed deadlines while going to school full time Show less

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  KENCO CONSTRUCTION INC.

  May 2017 - Jan 2018

  Construction Project Engineer
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  Modern Carport & Awning

  Jul 2017 - May 2018

  Design Consultant | 3D Modeler | Mechanical Engineer

  • 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• Managed deadlines between multiple projects and deliverable dates to ensure prompt service and project progress• 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• Utilized Microsoft Office Suite to present and store information in a manageable and orderly manner Show less

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  Seattle University

  Feb 2018 - Jul 2018

  Machine Shop Supervisor

  • Taught and demonstrated proper and safe machining operations on CNC, manual mills, and lathes• Coordinated faculty test equipment design and fabrication• Ordered and inventoried all stocked and special-order materials for use in the shop• Advised and supervised required maintenance on all shop equipment

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  Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)

  Oct 2018 - Sept 2022

  • Developed work instructions for harness development and meters enclosure builds• 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 • Managed and organized proto and pilot builds on over 30 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, digitally and locally

  • Associate Manufacturing Engineer | Enclosures

    Mar 2021 - Sept 2022

  • Associate Manufacturing Engineer | Meters

    Oct 2018 - Mar 2021
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  Lux AutoHause - Auto Repair

  Dec 2019 - now

  Managing Director
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  EXp Realty

  Aug 2022 - now

  Licensed Real Estate Broker