About this Candidate
DAVRON CV: Candidate 1923842
SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER | PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, CAD/PLM & MANUFACTURING
Core Expertise
- Product development leadership across concept, prototyping, testing, tooling, and production launch.
- Advanced 3D CAD and PLM proficiency enabling rapid design iteration and controlled documentation.
- Supplier and manufacturer interface with North American and Asia-Pacific partners for quality outcomes.
- Testing and validation expertise including dynamic test method development, DFMEA, DVP&R, and quality specs.
- Manufacturing process knowledge covering sheet metal, injection molding, machining, assembly, and lean VAVE.
Project Background
- Led development of consumer kitchen appliances from initial concept through retail launch and production.
- Engineered automotive interior electronics enclosures with prototype builds, tooling maturation, and supplier validation.
- Developed mobility safety securement systems and managed BOMs, ECOs, and production engineering changes.
- Implemented VAVE initiatives contributing $1.6M pipeline value while managing 30+ concurrent engineering projects.
- Created new laboratory and dynamic test methods and built data pipelines using Power BI for product decisions.
Key Skills
- SolidWorks | CATIA | NX | Creo | EPDM | Windchill
- 3D modeling | Mechanical detailing | GD&T | Engineering drawings
- DFMEA | DVP&R | Quality specifications | Root cause analysis
- Sheet metal | Injection molding | Tooling development | Machining | Assembly
- Manufacturing engineering | VAVE | Lean manufacturing | Production support
- Supplier management | Asia-Pacific sourcing | RFQ process | FOB cost responsibility
- Testing & validation | Dynamic testing development | Test planning
- Power BI | SYSPRO | SharePoint | Microsoft Office
Education
- B.S., Mechanical Engineering — Wayne State University
Awards & Recognition
- Member, Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
- Member, National Auto Sport Association (motorsports); driving instructor experience
Why Interview this Candidate?
A versatile mechanical engineer who combines deep CAD/PLM skills with end-to-end product development experience across consumer appliances, automotive electronics, and mobility safety products. Proven record delivering measurable results—developed new test methods, supported launches to major retailers, and contributed $1.6M in VAVE pipeline value. Strong collaborator with global suppliers and cross-functional teams, ready to accelerate product development and production readiness.
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