William Hanson has over 25 years of experience in mechanical engineering and product development. He has worked on projects ranging from consumer electronics and medical devices to bicycles. His background includes skills such as mechanical design, prototyping, manufacturing, and project management. He is currently seeking a senior engineering role developing electromechanical products.
Experience:
• Experience in Product Design & Development, Analysis and Documentation Technology.
SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE:
• 4+ years of Experience in New Product Design & Development, Analysis & Documentation.
• Experience in Design, Development and Modification of Plastics, Castings, Machined, Sheet metal (parts & Assemblies).
• Matching and Problem solving skills during manufacturing activities.
• Mechanical Engineering functions and Numerical Calculations.
• Knowledge of various ESS, ET & Q.A tests (Shock & Vibration, Acceleration Test Rain-Shower, EMI & EMC, Salt & Corrosion Tests, according to JSS-55555 standards).
• UNIGRAPHICS (NX) : Part Modelling (castings), Sheet metal, Plastic Design, Assembly,
Detailing & Drafting & Rendering.
• SOLIDWORKS: Part modelling (castings), Sheet metal, Plastic Design, Assembly, Detailing & Drafting & Rendering.
• SIMULATION: Static Analysis by using Simulation Premium.
• GD & T: Knowledge of GD&T using (ASME Standards Y14.5).
• AUTO CAD: 2D Drafting, Detailing & Dimensioning as per GD&T using (ASME Standards Y14.5).
• DFRM: Knowledge of Design for Reliability & Maintainability.
• DFA, DFM & DFMEA: Knowledge of Design for Assembly, Design for Manufacturability & Design for failure mode and effective analysis.
• STEALTH DESIGN: Good Knowledge of stealth Design Concepts.
• SAP (PLM): Creating Material Master, Creating & Uploading of Drawing, Creating BOM, Releasing Engineering Drawings, Creating ECR etc.
• SIX SIGMA: Basic Knowledge of Six sigma principles.
• ROHS: Restriction of Hazardous Substances Compliance.
• RENDERING & ANIMATION: Rendering of Products by using Photo view360 & Key shot tools.
• Reverse engineering.
• Tolerance stack up analysis.
• Frequent interaction with clients & vendors.
• Product Data Management Activities
• Customer Interaction.
• Estimation, Planning Documents, Deliveries.
Experience:
• Experience in Product Design & Development, Analysis and Documentation Technology.
SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE:
• 4+ years of Experience in New Product Design & Development, Analysis & Documentation.
• Experience in Design, Development and Modification of Plastics, Castings, Machined, Sheet metal (parts & Assemblies).
• Matching and Problem solving skills during manufacturing activities.
• Mechanical Engineering functions and Numerical Calculations.
• Knowledge of various ESS, ET & Q.A tests (Shock & Vibration, Acceleration Test Rain-Shower, EMI & EMC, Salt & Corrosion Tests, according to JSS-55555 standards).
• UNIGRAPHICS (NX) : Part Modelling (castings), Sheet metal, Plastic Design, Assembly,
Detailing & Drafting & Rendering.
• SOLIDWORKS: Part modelling (castings), Sheet metal, Plastic Design, Assembly, Detailing & Drafting & Rendering.
• SIMULATION: Static Analysis by using Simulation Premium.
• GD & T: Knowledge of GD&T using (ASME Standards Y14.5).
• AUTO CAD: 2D Drafting, Detailing & Dimensioning as per GD&T using (ASME Standards Y14.5).
• DFRM: Knowledge of Design for Reliability & Maintainability.
• DFA, DFM & DFMEA: Knowledge of Design for Assembly, Design for Manufacturability & Design for failure mode and effective analysis.
• STEALTH DESIGN: Good Knowledge of stealth Design Concepts.
• SAP (PLM): Creating Material Master, Creating & Uploading of Drawing, Creating BOM, Releasing Engineering Drawings, Creating ECR etc.
• SIX SIGMA: Basic Knowledge of Six sigma principles.
• ROHS: Restriction of Hazardous Substances Compliance.
• RENDERING & ANIMATION: Rendering of Products by using Photo view360 & Key shot tools.
• Reverse engineering.
• Tolerance stack up analysis.
• Frequent interaction with clients & vendors.
• Product Data Management Activities
• Customer Interaction.
• Estimation, Planning Documents, Deliveries.
Using Evolutionary Prototypes To Formalize Product RequirementsArnold Rudorfer
Boundary objects are artifacts that facilitate
communication and interaction between people or groups
functioning in different domains. Software engineers, user
interface designers and usability specialists have different
domain knowledge, different terminologies, and shared
terms with different, distinct meanings. Boundary objects
can help assist the process of designing software by
providing a common interface for communication between
professionals in different domains. The Software
Engineering department and User Interface Design Center
at Siemens Corporate Research used an evolutionary
prototype as a boundary object to help elicit product
requirements from their client, Siemens Medical Solutions.
This enhanced communication with the client and between
groups at SCR. This paper describes how the evolutionary
prototype functioned as a boundary object and how it
allowed software engineering processes and humancomputer
interaction methods to proceed concurrently
without the need for well-defined interaction points.
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TechnoStruct's services result in better-engineered buildings delivered on-time and on-budget by means of engineering design optimization, design-conflict minimization, shrinking the margin for errors & omissions; and at the same time, producing precise and synchronized engineering documents. The company’s VDC offerings ensure efficient processes, improved collaboration, better-informed decisions and accelerated understanding of the design and input data.For More Info Visit:-http://technostruct.com/
Working in different programs, formats and with different employees. I believed a company needs a document that standardized the production of information. I created this Document from a template I created in MS word.
Using Evolutionary Prototypes To Formalize Product RequirementsArnold Rudorfer
Boundary objects are artifacts that facilitate
communication and interaction between people or groups
functioning in different domains. Software engineers, user
interface designers and usability specialists have different
domain knowledge, different terminologies, and shared
terms with different, distinct meanings. Boundary objects
can help assist the process of designing software by
providing a common interface for communication between
professionals in different domains. The Software
Engineering department and User Interface Design Center
at Siemens Corporate Research used an evolutionary
prototype as a boundary object to help elicit product
requirements from their client, Siemens Medical Solutions.
This enhanced communication with the client and between
groups at SCR. This paper describes how the evolutionary
prototype functioned as a boundary object and how it
allowed software engineering processes and humancomputer
interaction methods to proceed concurrently
without the need for well-defined interaction points.
TechnoStruct I MEP Design Engineering I BIM Consulting I LBE San FranciscoTechnostruct LLC
**Certified CMD-LBE of San Francisco (CMD021910059)01**
TechnoStruct's services result in better-engineered buildings delivered on-time and on-budget by means of engineering design optimization, design-conflict minimization, shrinking the margin for errors & omissions; and at the same time, producing precise and synchronized engineering documents. The company’s VDC offerings ensure efficient processes, improved collaboration, better-informed decisions and accelerated understanding of the design and input data.For More Info Visit:-http://technostruct.com/
Working in different programs, formats and with different employees. I believed a company needs a document that standardized the production of information. I created this Document from a template I created in MS word.
Engineer / inventor with PMP credentials from experience expediently launching new, and derivative, electro-mechanical products as well as manufacturing processes within the automotive, appliance, and industrial inductries.
1. William Hanson 605 Pettis Avenue, Mountain View, CA, 94041
p: 650.224.6124, e: wrhanson@gmail.com
Senior level position as either Mechanical Engineering Manager or Lead Engineer developing
Objective: electromechanical consumer / medical products utilizing a strong track record of engineering, industrial
design, component sourcing, supplier liaison, high volume manufacturing, and product marketing support.
Extensive experience in the development and project management of high volume consumer products,
Summary: small precision mechanisms, and electromechanical devices.
Rapid adaptation of technology with a broad design background resulting in clever solutions, quick to
market schedules, and cost effective products.
Strong communication skills used for effective team leadership, timely status reports, product
specifications, support to marketing and sales efforts, as well as liaison to clients, suppliers and end-users.
Relevant skills include: Plastic part (mold) design, electronic (PCBA) packaging, sheet metal enclosures,
high tolerance machined components, rapid prototype development, and DFA / DFM techniques.
CAE/CAD skills include: SolidWorks, PDMWorks, AutoCAD, some Pro-E, and Agile, Adobe Illustrator &
Photoshop, MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power-Point, & Project).
Offshore Sourcing: Production tooling and component sourcing, review, and qualification.
PRINCIPAL ENGINEER / DESIGNER - Self Employed Consultant.
Experience: GearHead Product Development, Mountain View, CA, (2001-present).
Present Client List:
Zip Innovations: Mechanical Engineering and CAD modeling, (iPad & iPhone accessories).
Past Client List:
IntelliDx: Mechanical Engineering and CAD modeling, (Automated blood glucose monitoring system).
Inter-4: Mechanical Engineering and CAD modeling, (Ruggedized PDA and battery pack).
Calabasas Creek Research: Mechanical Engineering and CAD modeling, (Microwave phase shifter).
Pound-Star: Conceptual layout, prototype development, (Palm OS based telephone products).
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Parametric Support Services 2: Conceptual layout, (Heart valve surgical tool, Bluetooth headset).
Bell Sports: Offshore vendor sourcing / new product ideation, (Bicycle computers and training devices).
Praxis Design: Mechanical packaging and component sourcing, (Vehicular global positioning system).
STAFF PRODUCT DESIGN ENGINEER - Product Design Group.
PACIFIC BIOSCIENCES, Menlo Park, CA, (2008-2011).
Initially brought in as a consultant, my role was quickly expanded eventually leading to a permanent position
in charge of developing the SMRT™ Cell 8Pac. This position included directing both internal and external
resources in the specification development, conceptual mockups, proof of concept testing, prototype tool
development and eventually the specification and bring up of a multi-cavity high volume production tool. In
addition to the definition and design of the 8Pac, additional support was provided to all consumables
packaging (product box and shippers) label design and the associated testing. All products met or exceeded
specifications and schedules. Progress completion was communicated to upper management through timely
progress and test reports. In addition to the consumables projects, additional responsibilities included
support in the overall architecture (conceptual layout) of the PacBio™ RS DNA sequencing instrument and
detailed design tasks for the consumable loader drawer and sequencing chip tray.
SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER - Mechanical Engineering Group.
DESIGN TO MARKET (D2M), Mountain View, CA, (2006-2008).
Lead the mechanical effort in the development of an LCoS rear projection television. In a nine-month period,
our team completed the design of the electronics base and light box, supported the build of the first
functional prototypes, and successfully delivered a completed design to our offshore tooling partners.
Personal contribution included the overall mechanical architecture of the base and cabinet, Parametric CAD
modeling to identify the cabinet optical path, detail plastic part and sheet metal design as well as full support
of the PCBA including both thermal and EMI considerations. Since the completion of the TV project, my
efforts were utilized on several projects ranging from 3D stereovision glasses, high volume disposable
medical products and a number of industrial / utility projects.
SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER - Engineering Development Group.
ZIRCON CORPORATION, Campbell, CA, (2003-2006).
Mechanical Team Lead in the development of a modular laser layout system. Responsible components
included an auto-leveling base, manual-adjustable base, adjustable support bracket, fixed support bracket
and layout ‘jam-pole’. First conceptual prototypes (auto-base and support bracket) completed within two
weeks of project start. All proof of concept ‘bread boards’, prototypes and marketing units completed in-
house using components fabricated in-house and SLA / machined components from local prototype facilities.
Managed two in-house engineers and two external design firms in the completion of the system. System
successfully transferred to manufacturing (Ensenada, Mexico) through a series of ‘P1” builds. The
LaserVision Qube System™ received Popular Mechanic’s "Best of Show" award at the National Hardware
Show.
2. William Hanson
SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER - Advanced Development Group, (formally Palm Labs).
Experience: cont.
PALM, INC., Santa Clara, CA, (2000-2001).
Worked with senior management and marketing to define future Palm organizers. This effort included the
analysis of preliminary designs to develop appropriate system architecture and make recommendations to
supporting departments. Complete support of all prototype activity, including laboratory experiments to study
new components and materials, non-functional form factor appearance models for marketing support,
functional phase 1 working units, as well as pre-production builds. Supported the purchasing managers for
the sourcing and verification of components, including LCD displays, batteries (including Lithium-Ion
polymer), molded plastics, formed metal, shielding methods (EMI coatings and sheet metal “cans”), printed
board assemblies, switches, connectors and audio devices. Contributed to over 25 patents, 15 currently
granted. This ranged from LCD display technology, expansion peripherals and conceptual usage models.
Contributing member of the SD Association mechanical task group. Support engineer to Palm’s ‘PluggedIn’
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program for 3 party development of expansion devices and peripherals.
SENIOR PRODUCT DESIGN ENGINEER - Hardware Engineering Group.
HANDSPRING INC., Mountain View, CA, (1999-2000).
Technical Lead in the development of the Visor Edge™ PDA. Overall coordination of both internal and
external development teams including industrial design, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering
integration and support for software development. and product compliance for consumer electronics. Close
working relationship with senior management and marketing to insure project tracked to the MRD and PRD
as well as the definition of follow-on products. Managed technical issues for the in-house staff as well as
contract industrial design and engineering teams. Coordinated all prototype development including proof of
concept fixtures and models including SLA parts, limited volume proto-cast models (RPM techniques) and
soft-tooled assemblies.
ENGINEERING MANAGER - Mechanical Engineering Group.
ECLIPSE INTERNATIONAL INC., Mountain View, CA, (1997-1999)
Primary responsibilities were to prepare and support the company through the transformation from a service
industry to that of a product based business. This included the development of project plans (MRP support &
PRD generation), identification of internal and external resources, preparation of staff work assignments,
involvement in project bids, including interfacing with the customer for the program definition, and system
level architecture of the product. Initial NRE contracts included board level products and software solutions
placed both in the vertical and horizontal markets. Products ranged from warehouse inventory devices,
handheld diagnostic tools, to Windows CE™ sub-notebooks. Management responsibilities included internal
product development, monitoring of progress through internal design reviews, performing required
engineering and design tasks, and the tracking and adjustments of project schedules and budgets.
LEAD MECHANICAL ENGINEER - Surveying and Mapping Systems.
TRIMBLE NAVIGATION LIMITED, Sunnyvale, CA, (1995-1997).
Lead Mechanical Design Engineer in the development an optical survey instrument (Theodolite) to
supplement Trimble’s GPS solutions. Duties included conceptual design, detail part development, the
direction of the day-to-day activities and the design reviews of the mechanical product team. Responsibilities
included primary interface to contractual industrial designers, engineers, and prototype machinists for the
development and fabrication of experimental models and validation of concepts. Patent(s) submitted for a
“Two speed continuous tangent screw that can disengage from a mating gear” Trimble ID #A516.
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER - Strategic Product Unit.
SPECIALIZED BICYCLE COMPONENTS, Morgan Hill, CA, (1992-1995).
Product Engineer, in-charge of proprietary electromechanical devices, (bicycle lights and computers).
Products successfully brought to market include the Air-Wave™ helmet, the Rib-Cage™ water bottle cage,
LED safety flashers, and various PreView™ and ProView™ headlights. Bicycle projects included the
Globe™ City bike, and the FSR™ suspension retrofit.
ENGINEERING MANAGER - Team Machina (contract design & engineering).
MACHINA Inc., San Francisco, CA, (1991-1992).
SENIOR R&D ENGINEER - Advanced Mechanisms and Robotics Technology Unit.
SPACE SYSTEMS / LORAL, Palo Alto, CA, (1989-1991).
PROJECT ENGINEER - Mechanical Engineering Group.
VARIAN ASSOCIATES, - Palo Alto, CA, (1984-1989).
CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY, San Luis Obispo, CA.
Education: Bachelor of Science, (Mechanical Engineering) 1984.
SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY, San Jose, CA.
Partial coursework completed towards Master of Fine Arts, (Industrial Design) 1991