CHRIS KNUTSON

1335 North Hamilton Blvd., Pomona, CA * (951) 440-3553 * ck649d50@westpost.net

OBJECTIVE:
Highly skilled, detail oriented & dedicated Engineer with SAE & SolidWorks 3D Mo
deling experience to develop components, tooling, & fixtures designed for manufa
cturability. Seeking engineering position in a progressive company where my ski
lls can be utilized to improve the company's product.
EDUCATION:
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
June 2010
Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology: Mechanical and Manufacturing
INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE:
Cardinal Health/ CareFusion, Yorba Linda, CA
June 2009 - June 2010
Engineering Intern; R&D Pneumatic/ Design Engineer
* Performed validation tests with Instron system & environmental chambers
* Executed fixture component designs in SolidWorks for testing and assembly purp
oses
* Tested and evaluated components using: Compression and Tension tests, Gas Mixt
ures Tests, etc.
Future Concepts, San Dimas, CA
May 2008 - Nov. 2008
Mechanical Engineering Intern
* Generated prototype parts using SolidWorks and research of available off the s
helf components
* Developed Satellite Components & Electrical Cutouts in SolidWorks to be simple
and efficient
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Cal Poly Pomona, Mechanical Eng. Dept. Projects Lab, Pomona, CA
Oct. 2002 - June 2008
Lab Technician
* Created SolidWorks V-Block assembly: rigid set-up for accurate, repeatable tub
e notches on vertical mill
* Produced V-Block by machining required components then assembled finished usea
ble tool
* Engineered tooling for lathe's, mills and other machines
* Manufactured parts for torsion and tension tests; proficient with machine shop
tools
* Repaired machines including: lathes, mills, pedestal grinders, shear, and pres
s brake
Mike's Precision Welding, Temecula, CA
June 2005 -Sept. 2006
Preparation Technician
* Installed Structural steel in seasonal summer job; dimension layout/ fabricati
on for parts of various sizes
SENIOR PROJECT:
Baja SAE, Senior Project, Team Leader (Vice President)
Sept. 2008- June 2009
* 3D Modeled suspension components in SolidWorks for increased use and decreased
manufacturing cost
* Reduced Weld Time of A-Arms by 30" with unique sheet metal design; Performed T
IG welding
* Weld Fixture Designed and machined for suspension component repeatability and
production
* Overall Rank: 9th out of 95 teams Internationally
ACADEMIC PROJECTS:
Baja SAE, Treasurer
Sept. 2009- June 2010
* Rear Upright Design Captain for Independent Rear Suspension system; used OEM p
arts and SolidWorks
* Designed & Manufactured Rear Upright weld fixture with parts that function as
heat sinks
* TIG welded Rear Uprights; sheet metal design with machined bearing housing
* Overall Rank: 6th out of 99 teams Internationally
Advanced Weld Design and Fabrication Course
Full Suspension Mountain Bike Frame
Sept. 2007- Dec. 2007
* Full Suspension Mountain Bike Frame designed in SolidWorks to function with of
f the shelf components
* Machined frame components, fixture tooling for swing arm & frame fabrication;
TIG welded assemblies
SKILLS:
* Computer: CAD; SolidWorks, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, 3D Print
er