1. Jacque P. Dampier Jr.
Jacque Dampier
1816 S. Triviz Dr.
Las Cruces, NM 88001
Dear Selection Committee:
Please consider my application and attached resume. I am currently a student at New Mexico State
University pursuing a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology with a 3.6
GPA. I have already completed Associates Degrees in Applied Science in Mechanical Drafting and Solid
Modeling, Associate of Arts in Computer Data Processing, and Associate of Science in Mechanical
Engineering Technology.
I am a non-traditional student with respect to my age and disability but I have the advantage of many
years of experience in a manufacturing environment. I had a stroke in 2005 resulting in Expressive
Aphasia. This is a condition that causes difficulty in finding the right words to complete my verbal
thoughts. It does not affect comprehension of spoken or written language.
I have excellent depth perception, reading vision, walking, typing or keyboarding skills as required for
this position. I have extensive experience in computer-aided drafting techniques, CAD modeling and
design and high level 3-D parametric CAD systems and have detailed my qualifications and background
to the job requirements below and in my attached resume.
• Advanced knowledge of computer-aided drafting techniques, CAD modeling and design and high
level 3-D parametric CAD systems. Proficient knowledge of second CAD system.
AutoCAD 3ds Max 2014 – 2016. Is a professional 3D computer graphics program for making 3D
animations, models, games and images.
Computer Drafting Fundamental, AutoCAD 1998, 2008, 2013-2016. Introduction to computer-
aided drafting. Principles and fundamentals of drafting.
Introduction to Mechanical Drafting/Solid Modeling (Inventor), AutoCAD 2013-2016. 3-D
visualization, mechanical drafting, and dimensioning skill as solid modeling skills are developed.
Working drawings, assembly models, and assembly drawings.
Intermediate Mechanical Drafting/Solid Modeling (Inventor), AutoCAD 2013-2016. Advanced solid
modeling technique. Use of different file types and compatibility issues between different software
packages. Projects requiring precision field measurement and sketches, as well as teamwork.
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance introduced.
Advanced Mechanical Drafting/Solid Modeling (Inventor), AutoCAD 2013–2016. 3-D solid
modeling software packages skills, as well as, develop a thorough working knowledge of the use of
GD&T in Mechanical Drafting/Solid Modeling.
Computer Drafting in 3-D, AutoCAD 2013-2016. Including wire frame, surface modeling, and solids
modeling. Computer generated rendering with surface material applications and ray traced
shadows.
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Solid Work, 2013-2015. Computer-Aided Design using 3-D solid modeling, with introduction to
Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulation to calculate the displacements and stresses in your product
due to operational loads such as: Forces, Pressures, Accelerations, Temperatures, and Contact
between components. Loads can be imported from thermal, flow, and motion Simulation studies to
perform multiphysics analysis.
Advanced CAD Applications, AutoCAD 2013-2016. Usage techniques, user customization, and basic
Auto Lisp programming.
Sketch Up, 2013-2015.
Advanced knowledge of complex mathematical formulas and computations.
Through my education and work experience I have gained the skills to generate and complete
complicated drawings resulting in manufactured parts for use in industry.
Algebra. Fundamental concepts of functions, including algebraic and graphical properties. Fitting
functions to data. Find zeros and extreme values. Solving systems of equations.
Calculus for the Biological and Management Sciences. Derivatives, exponential and logarithmic
functions, antiderivatives and indefinite integrals, basic ordinary differential equations and growth
models, with an emphasis on application.
Trigonometry. Functions; graphs, identities, inverse functions, polar coordinates and applications.
Complex numbers, curve fitting, roofs of polynomials, exponential and logarithmic functions, conics,
systems of equations and matrices.
Trigonometry and Precalculus. Functions used in the sciences with emphasis on trigonometric
functions and their inverses. Polar coordinates. Complex numbers and Euler’s formal. Analytic
geometry and vectors.
Calculus and Analytic Geometry. Algebraic, logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions,
theory and computation of derivatives, approximation, graphing, and modeling. Riemann sums, the
definite integral, anti-derivatives, fundamental theorems, use of integral table, numerical
integration, modeling, improper integrals, differential equations, series, Taylor polynomials.
Statistical Applications. Techniques for describing and analyzing economic and biological data;
estimation, hypothesis testing, regression and correlation; basic concepts of statistical inference.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering work planning and control methods.
In my previous work experience, as well as course-work, my jobs have required accurate machining
requirements to generate departmental work orders / work instruction and control plans. I
maintained and tracked timelines from outside suppliers, as well as, managed internal timelines. I
coordinated with customers, engineering and quality, and inspection requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering principles and basic technical responsibilities within
designated discipline.

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Applied DC and AC Circuits. Application of Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s laws, Thevenin’s, and Norton’s
theorems to the analysis of DC passive circuits. Application of circuit laws and theorems to analysis
of AC passive circuits.
Manufacturing Processes. Manufacturing methods and industrial processes which include casting,
forming and machining.
Applied Statics. Fundamental topics including force system analysis, equilibrium, free body
diagrams, methods of joints sections, distrusted loads, friction, centroids, area moments, and
moment diagrams.
Dynamics. Applied kinematic and kinetic planner analysis of particles and rigid bodies, including use
of kinematic equations, Newton’s second law, the work energy method, impulse momentum
method.
Analysis/Design of Machine Elements. Analysis of machine elements including columns, springs,
shafts, coupling mechanisms, gears, belts and chain drives, clutches, brakes, and bearings.
Applied Thermodynamics. First and seconds laws, properties of substances, thermodynamic cycles
including power generation and refrigeration.
Design of Manufacturing. The process of product design and development from concept to
manufacturing to insure manufacturability, quality, cost effectiveness, and customer satisfaction.
Fluid Technology. Measurements in fluid statics, dynamics, and hydraulic systems.
Kinematics of Machines. Topics of linkages, cams, and gears. Graphical and analytical solutions
using computer techniques.
Heat Transfer and Applications. Fundamentals of conduction, convection, and radiation heat
transfer. Application of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics principles to thermal
system analysis and design.
Mechanical Measurements. Techniques in mechanical measurements, including topics in
experimental techniques, measurement devices and systems, data acquisition, data transmission,
signal conditioning, data analysis, data verification, and report writing.
• Advanced knowledge of industry, regulatory, or DOE/NNSA complex codes, standards, and
criteria pertinent to the particular engineering discipline.
Advanced Concept of GD&T per ASME Y14.5 - 1994.
American Society for Quality Control in Mechanical Inspector and Quality Technician.
• Knowledge of Conduct of Engineering, Conduct of Maintenance and Conduct of Operations
requirements.
My past experience in industry has provided me with a proficiency in rigorous programs for
engineering, training, procedure writing/work instructions, and work control plans. As a
Manufacturing Supervisor at Padanaplast USA, Inc. Ensured compliance with occupational safety
and health procedures including; reinforcement/reviewing safety training, and policies with
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employees, accident prevention and hazard analysis, housekeeping, and assisting in the
management of worker’s compensation case for successful return-to-work.
• Knowledge of non-conformance reporting and disposition.
Coordinate with customer, engineering and quality, inspection requirements.
Schedule quality inspection and review data generate with outside supplies and internal
department and summit to customer for final approval.
Training in Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) as a quality control technician.
I have 18 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.