James Ihaksi

SUMMERY OF QUALIFICATIONS__
• Experienced in mechanical/electrical design with CAD software (SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, and AutoCAD), complex assemblies, SolidWorks PDM, FEA, and CFD 
• Knowledgeable in GD&T and the ability to create annotated part drawings per ANSI and ASME specification 
• Experienced in reverse engineering, prototyping and 3D printing • Trained in CAE software MasterCAM to create easily manufactured parts 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint 
• Experience in machine shops using milling machines, lathes, drill presses, water jets, and welding 
• Basic Understanding of coding in MATLAB, C++ and Arduino based software 
• Experience with Control Systems/PLCs, PIDs and the use of them in LabView 
• Knowledgeable in thermal fluids and different machine designs 
• Trained in creating HVAC design and building layouts using AutoCAD

 EDUCATION__
Mechanical Engineering Technology Advanced Diploma    April 2017 Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON

 RELEVANT EXPERIENCE__
Mechanical Design Engineer April-2019 – Present Emcon Emanation Control Ltd. – Secret Security Clearance 
• Designed and assembled tempest systems with sheet metal, plastics, polymers, and machined metals using SolidWorks 
• Worked with 3D printing to create prototypes, finalize designs, and create assemblies at lower costs, to win contracts 
• Used SolidWorks flow simulations to calculate the airflow and heat transfer of OEM and existing parts, for sufficiently cooled designs 
• Used PDM/BoM systems to update and manage all existing and new, metalwork, wiring/part assemblies, and hardware 
• Annotated assemblies, wire/cable diagrams, and part drawings using GD&T specifications to allow for quick and easy manufacturing by machine shops and vendors. As well as communicating with said shops 
• Redesigned and updated old products to reduce assembly time and save production cost by 5-50% • Reverse engineered many detailed OEM products in CAD using measurement devices (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators) 
• Assembled the first build for designs, built BoMs, and communicated with assemblers for faster and easier production time 

Mechanical Designer Aug. 2017 - April 2018 National Research Council of Canada – Design and Fabrication Services 
• Designed mechanical systems, created complex assemblies, built BoMs, and finalized drawings per ASME standard 
• Created and updated part libraries on SolidWorks PDM, which allowed for quicker design time and easier organization 
• Communicated with Project Manager and internal NRC clients, to assure deadlines were met and design requirements were reached per customers specification 
• Filled in and helped senior designers work on more urgent parts and drawings when needed for more team flexibility 
• Reversed engineered photonics measuring instrument for 50% cheaper manufacturing 
• Communicated with CNC machinist and welders during manufacturing of parts for concise and fast production 

Mechanical Engineering Student/Junior Employee Aug. 2016 – April 2017 Algonquin College/ Houna Almansour Global Medical Devices & Design Inc. • Designed and created infrared laser therapy needle using SolidWorks and Inventor to revolutionize infrared therapy, all while having to learn about and adapt to a new subject of photonics and lasers • Communicated design ideas effectively with industry partner and team members to reach the clients set goal • Researched, developed, and prototyped designs using electronics and materials knowledge, creating the best possible product under a set budget and requirement

A highly motivated Mechanical Designer/Engineering Technologist with the ability to take initiative, complete tasks accurately on time, all while having the capacity to work independently or with any sized team. Experienced in the design of mechanical systems and the products/parts inside them, with a strong interest in research and design.  

Mechanical Engineering Technology Advanced Diploma - Algonquin College 2017