Cristian Roman Del Nido: in San Clemente, CA
Cristian Roman Del Nido
San Clemente | United States
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PANASONIC AVIONICS CORPORATION
MTS III, Mechanical Engineer | 06/2015 - 08/2019
Responsible for the electromechanical design and sustaining of aircraft inflight entertainment systems and communication products from the standpoints of thermal, structural rigidity, acoustics, DFM, EMI,
ESD, and cost to meet industry standards and airline customer requirements. Perform mechanical
layout, analysis, evaluation, prototype build, testing, and documentation of Line Replaceable Unit (LRU)
components & systems. Apply standard mathematical and hands-on techniques, procedures and criteria to engineering assignments.
• Operate 3D CAD Creo - ProE and Windchill systems and analytical software to perform design
and redesign.
• Select hardware, materials, finish and OEM components based on mechanical design.
• Ensure compliance with specifications and product requirements in a highly regulated industry,
including: FAA, RTCA, RoHS, Boeing, Airbus.
• Interface directly with R&D, Manufacturing and external vendors to resolve design and fabrication issues.
• Perform complex interference fit checks, motion simulation, and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Support product development activities such as rapid prototyping, testing, pilot builds,
verification & validation testing and risk assessment.
WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION
Senior Principal Engineer, Mechanical Design | 09/2009 - 06/2015
Responsible for developing and maintaining product interfaces and product management strategies for
external computer data storage. Working with original design manufacturers, suppliers, and partners
for manufacturing, development, and sustaining activities. Develop test plans and conduct reviews with
the Product Development team. Provide written progress on testing, major issues, and adherence to program schedules.
• Identify thermal, weight, and EMI problems, and generate alternatives and recommend
solutions.
• Select hardware, materials, finish and selection of OEM components based on mechanical
design for high volume manufacturing assuring compliance with specifications and product
requirements in a highly regulated industry, including: FCC, USB, USB-IF.
• Operate 3D CAD SolidWorks system and analytical software to perform design and drafting.
• Design and execute testing experiments and analyze/interpret results.
• Key member in cross-functional meetings with Materials, Engineers, and Marketing regarding
schedules, testing progress and major issues.
PRICE PFISTER
Design/Sustaining Engineer | 10/2004 - 02/2009
Developed new hardware and plumbing fixture concepts, designed new components and sub-
assemblies, and improved current home improvement production products effectively using Pro-
Engineer. Analyzed new product designs and current production products for code compliance and regulations. Writing test procedures, test plans, and working with lab technicians to develop testing
fixtures. Created and tested working prototypes and samples of new product concepts to demonstrate
feasibility utilizing a model shop and test lab. Build cross-functional relationships with suppliers and clients. Worked with current suppliers in developing new components and assemblies.
• Select hardware and materials based on mechanical design assuring compliance with specifications and product requirements in a highly regulated industry, including: FDA, NSF,
EPA.
• Operate 3D CAD Creo - ProE system and analytical software to perform design and drafting.
• Research and implement new manufacturing processes by testing and qualifying new
equipment, resulting in reduced field returns, scrap and cycle time.
ZADRO PRODUCTS, INC
Design Engineer | 01/2004 - 10/2004
Sole engineer responsible for health and beauty product concepts and production. Managed and executed the design and development process including sketches; CAD/CAE and 3D SolidWorks;
manual creation of initial prototypes; communication with manufacturers regarding processes,
assembly, materials, and parts; and receive and approve manufactured prototypes for production.
• Selection, pilot test, and approval of new tools/machinery for production.
IMI NORGREN, INC
Senior Designer | 08/2001 - 11/2003
Responsible for improving designs for profitability, performance, quality, and customer requirements on
new and existing pneumatic products and components. Responsible for using good engineering
practices and standards to design new and redesign existing products for manufacturability and ease of
assembly. Work on a team and independently on assigned major design and drafting projects to introduce new products comparing product features, materials, and cost of competitors in the industry.
• Production support to improve existing designs on products reducing cost, scrap, and rework.
• Provided assistance to Customer Service as an Application Engineer.
CUSTOM CONTROLS OF COLORADO
Field Manager and Designer | 12/1994 - 08/2001
Field manager for production and manufacturing companies. Customize designs and assembled
mechanical and electrical automated machinery. Set up and wired electromechanical controls and devices from ground up to complete machinery. Provided debugging, testing, and troubleshooting
assistance on machines for manufacturing and automation.
• Managed and supervised technicians.
• The sole designer of mechanical parts for industrial machinery and control panels.
• Created designs, detailed drawings and mounting layouts for electric parts and devices.