854 Breckenwood Ct

Asheboro, NC 27203
919-548-4953 swaa9ea4@westpost.net
Sharri N. West
OBJECTIVE
I have proven strengths of analysis, problem solving, team development and engin
eering/systems expertise. Goal is to advance business objectives to exceed cust
omer expectations. I am a dedicated, adaptable with vast experience in various
technologies and tools for over 20 years. Results-driven professional with exce
ptional enthusiasm and commitment. Excellent organizational and communication s
kills. Versatile team player, who achieves consistent results, encourages team
effort and is committed to excellence.
Specific expertise in:
*Technical Designing in both 2D and 3D:
SolidWorks, AutoCAD
*Project Management
*Customer Service
*Microsoft applications:
Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
EXPERIENCE and ACCOMPLISHMENTS
ABB Inc., Greensboro, NC 2007 - current
Designer / Contractor Position AeroTEK
*Liaison for Engineering team in the weekly cost savings meeting
*Responsible for designs and part changes via SolidWorks, providing prototype in
formation for molds and part criteria to vendors
*Analyzed current repository structure, restructured to fit the evolving 3D env
ironment
*Converted all AutoCAD 2D engineering files to Solid Works 3D i.e.: parts, subas
semblies and assemblies
*Reconciled drawing files to meet current manufacturing and suppliers files and
corrected Bill Of Materials as required.
BASIC MACHINERY, Inc., Siler City, NC Project Manager / Design Engineer 2005 - 2
007
Designed custom machinery per customer requirements. Prepared all specification
s and drawings for manufacturing fabrication and assembly.
*Worked from a customer agreed General Assembly to produce hardware and equipmen
t specifications
*Prepared drawings for the manufacturing team to produce components for the requ
ired assemblies
*Participated in the development and implementation of drafting/drawing standard
s and processes to reduce design errors and streamline the process from initial
design to release to manufacturing.
*Aligned and documented the first engineering guidelines, standards and end to e
nd processes.
*Assisted with the implementation of Solid Works software and participated in th
e design of the file infrastructure
ULTRACRAFT, Inc., Liberty, NC Product Design Engineer 2004 - 2005
Designed custom cabinetry per retail layouts. Prepared specifications and drawi
ngs of cabinetry to be produced and assembled by manufacturing team.
*Evaluated customer requirements to prepare and release hardware and equipment s
pecifications.
*Utilized various computer systems to complete specifications and drawings i.e.
AutoCAD, IBM Mainframe, Cut-Rite, WOP and PC/Windows Platform applications
*Fostered an environment that stimulated teamwork, collaboration, effective comm
unication
*Developed the standards and processes for manufacturing personnel running CNC e
quipment.
*Aligned and documented the first engineering guidelines, standards and end to e
nd processes.
PALM HARBOR HOMES, Siler City, NC Engineer / Project Engineer 2003 - 2004
Lead and developed a process that automated the cutting of material utilizing CN
C machinery. Created and designed modular home layouts per customization reques
t.
*Took over failed project of more than a year, delivered in 60 days.
*Provided engineering/technical expertise to determine the differences between c
ustomer's objectives and current home layouts.
*Developed the standards and processes for manufacturing personnel running CNC e
quipment, utilizing Master CAM and AutoCAD 2000 software. Automating the cuttin
g of cabinets, counter tops and miscellaneous support material with a hand held
saws.
*Recruited resources for testing and launch of new processes within the producti
on team.
*Reduced job intervals by 40%, resulting in faster assembly of products and deli
very of products to installation.
*Created and designed modular home layouts as per customer request maintaining H
UD or IEEE codes.
NORTEL NETWORKS, Research Triangle Park, NC 1985 - 2002
Project Manager 1998 - 2002
Managed analysis of Engineering tools and processes. Lead development, testing,
customer training and launch of new tools/process.
*Took over floundering project and turned around with new project, delivered in
90 days.
*Provided engineering/technical expertise to determine the differences between c
ustomers' objectives and current state. Obtained buy-in from sponsors and budge
ting for $350,000.
*Managed the design and implementation of a baseline field-engineering tool util
izing AutoCAD 2000i software, layer and color standards based on ANSI Drafting s
tandards and Windows operating system as the platform.
*Negotiated internal and external resources for development, testing, project la
unch and training within budget.
*Actively supported and encouraged diversity efforts to better leverage the idea
s and achievements of the team.
*Fostered an environment that stimulated teamwork, collaboration, effective comm
unication and personal development for all.
*Job intervals were reduced by 15% resulting in faster delivery of specification
s to manufacturing.
*Engineering specifications errors were reduced 20% by developing an automated b
ill of materials.
*First year savings of $1.2M by implementing AutoCAD Automation.
*Supplied tools knowledge to design and implement a conversion process of all ex
isting building studies drawings to the new AutoCAD format.
*Developed and coordinated the training of 130 Engineers in the US and Canada.
Sr. Field Engineer 1997 - 1998
*Generated and released equipment ordering/configuration specifications and draw
ings for the DMS product line i.e. remote single nodes, multi-node and multi-pr
oduct networks.
*Collaborated with customers in the planning of the network solutions.
*Served as a single point of contact to ensure quality and customer satisfaction
.
Equipment Application Engineer 1996 - 1997
*Responsible for the generation and release of equipment ordering/configuration
specifications and central office records.
*Supported customers in the planning and maintenance of network solutions.
*Served as a single of contact to ensure quality and customer satisfaction.
Jr. Field Engineer 1988 - 1996
*Created and designed material ordering/configuration specifications and drawing
s for the DMS 10 product line, a rural product with a customer base of up to 10,
000 lines.
*Collaborated with customer in the planning of network solutions.
*Served as a single point of contact for customers to ensure quality and custome
r satisfaction.
Telecommunications Support Specialist 1985 - 1988
*Provided support service to Nortel internal customers by supporting the operati
on and maintenance of the voice and data networks within the US and Canada.
CONTINUING EDUCATION and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
AutoCAD Certification, Alamance Community College, Haw River, NC
SolidWorks, Trimech Solutions, Charlotte, NC
ABB Leadership Training, VA