Daisy Santiago
San Diego,CA
Summary
Hardworking, focused and self-motivated individual with a strong background academically and 2 years design experience. Seeking a position where I can use my solid background in design engineering to develop and implement complex projects while pursuing my passion of making a positive impact in healthcare.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Engineer
Enaqua
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and analyzing systems, products, assemblies, and components that meet specified requirements
- Provide clear and concise project/product-related information to the product development team and company leadership
- Product or component prototype fabrication, design evaluations, and static testing
- Assist in project planning, requirements development, design verification, design transfer, and process development
- Recommends alterations to development and design to improve the quality of products and procedures
- Assists in developing and maintaining product and process documentation
- Collaborates with the manufacturing team to make design changes that facilitate the production of systems and reduce costs.
- Optimized existing designs, reducing production costs and enhancing overall performance.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
- Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
- Streamlined the design process for increased efficiency by utilizing advanced CAD software tools.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of engineering designs into final products.
Closing Expert
Target
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Effectively worked in a fast-paced environment, independently and with a team to ensure deliverables are met consistently
- Continually monitored and assessed own progress to accurately prioritize tasks
- Worked cross-functionally among departments to ensure the sales floor is full, zoned, and in stock for guests
- Maintained leadership by training new employees and mentoring them during the onboarding process.
NPI Intern
CalAmp
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted senior engineers and leaders with projects requiring SolidWorks and knowledge of CAD modeling designs
- Assisted in performing drop testing to identify failure prediction and material deformation
- Problem-solved manufacturing issues identified at the factory
- Assisted senior engineers and leaders to define, develop, and document roles and responsibilities within the manufacturing team
- Worked multi-functionally to identify errors in the design of plastic/waterproof electronic enclosures and key fobs
- Led team in conceptualizing and delivering a 3D packaging design to BMW according to provided specifications.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Actively participated in team meetings, offering insightful suggestions that led to innovative problem-solving strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2022
Associate in Arts Degree in Liberal Arts with Area of Emphasis in Mathematics and Sciences -
MiraCosta Community College
Oceanside, CA05.2019
Skills
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
- Excellent verbal/written skills
- Experienced with DFM: injection molding, machining, etc
- Microsoft Office/Google Suite
- Strong biology and chemistry background
- CAD/Solidworks
- FEA and failure analysis
- Matlab Programming
- Manufacturing Processes
- GD&T
- Data Analysis
- Critical Thinking and Decision Making
Projects
- Efficiently worked with a team of 6 through communication, negotiation, and time management.
- Effectively conceptualized, designed, and delivered a physical working car seat alert system prototype.
- Created functional CAD models consisting of 150 parts according to the project’s needs.
- Programmed various sensors including pressure, PIR, proximity, and thermistor sensor to function under certain conditions.
- Constantly assessed and evaluated design and material to reduce cost and improve the design.
- Continually ensured quality output and corrected flaws as necessary.
- Presented project and design process to the Long Beach community which included over 200 community members.
Timeline
Design Engineer
Enaqua
10.2022 - 01.2024
NPI Intern
CalAmp
09.2021 - 12.2021
Closing Expert
Target
08.2020 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
California State University, Long Beach
Associate in Arts Degree in Liberal Arts with Area of Emphasis in Mathematics and Sciences -
MiraCosta Community College
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