Liana

CAD & Product Design Specialist

Nexus Property Management®

Aug 2026 - Present • 1 mo

Managed the end-to-end CAD design process for consumer electronics, automotive components, and appliances. Transformed client ideas into optimized 3D solid and surface models using industry-standard software. Produced comprehensive technical documentation, including complex assembly views, Bill of Materials (BOM), and flat patterns for laser cutting. Communicated regularly with domestic and overseas fabrication shops to resolve tolerance conflicts and optimize part geometry, ultimately saving clients an average of 10% in tooling and production costs.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Apex Heating and Cooling Inc

Dec 2024 - Aug 2026 • 1 yr 8 mos

Lead the design and drafting of production-ready 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings for a diverse client base. Specialize in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) across mechanical parts, sheet metal enclosures, and injection-molded products. Collaborate directly with clients to translate conceptual sketches into functional prototypes. Review and approve all GD&T specifications to ensure high-precision CNC machining and assembly. Streamlined the prototyping phase, reducing overall project lead times by 15% through rigorous standardized drafting protocols.

Mechanical Drafter

Mechanical Constructions Air Services

May 2023 - May 2026 • 3 yrs

Drafted highly detailed 2D engineering blueprints for custom mechanical parts, gearboxes, and heavy machinery components. Applied strict ANSI/ASME standards for geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) to guarantee part interchangeability. Successfully converted hundreds of legacy paper blueprints into fully parametric 3D CAD models. Supported the shop floor by designing custom jigs and fixtures for CNC milling and turning operations. Ensured all drawings included accurate material callouts, heat treatment specs, surface finishes, and weld symbols to facilitate flawless production runs.