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Ashley Powell

Vancouver,BC

Summary

Highly motivated and versatile Mechatronics Engineer with 3+ industry expertise committed to innovating and developing new manufacturing processes. Motivated by a robust work ethic, resilience, and the capacity to excel in both team-oriented and self-driven environments. Proficient in meeting demanding deadlines and adept at managing time efficiently while simultaneously handling multiple projects.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manufacturing Engineering

Genesis Motion Solutions
05.2021 - Current

· Developed NPI manufacturing strategy for Stator Manufacturing, focusing on cost and volume.

· Collaborated with various companies to drive development of parts to make a scalable product

· Led the development of DFM, Process flow, PFMEA and build documentation for NPI projects, facilitating the product's market entry.

· Equipped the production floor with processes and flexible tooling for NPI projects for on-time delivery of customer units.

· Developed MATLAB script to assess design feasibility based on tolerance stack-up and manufacturing capabilities

· Piloted process development studies to improve process quality and throughput.

· Streamlined troubleshooting of equipment to minimize machine downtime and enable predictive maintenance.

· Key contributor in various 8D activities for problem solving of motor related issues.

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Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Intern

Ballard Power Systems
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Developed processes, build documents and safety documentation for Fuel cell testing stations
  • Designed experiments to troubleshoot the source of manufacturing defects in Fuel Cell Stacks
  • Monitored and optimized production processes to increase throughput and improve quality.
  • Conducted Gauge R&R using Minitab to qualify test stations
  • Performed failure analysis to evaluate problems and identify possible solutions.

Education

Bachelors in Applied Science - Mechatronics Systems Engineering

Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC
08.2021

Skills

  • Statistical Analysis
  • Machine Learning
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
  • Process Improvement
  • Production Planning
  • Decision Making
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Matlab
  • Minitab
  • Process optimization
  • Commissioning
  • CAD

Certification

Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program Level 1

Timeline

Manufacturing Engineering

Genesis Motion Solutions
05.2021 - Current

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Intern

Ballard Power Systems
09.2018 - 09.2019

Bachelors in Applied Science - Mechatronics Systems Engineering

Simon Fraser University
Ashley Powell