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Julie Ann Thompson
P.O. Box 64
Rigby, ID 83442
Home: (208) 745-7644
 akdesignbyjulie@yahoo.com


August 29, 2015

Caterpillar (CAT)
Position: Technical Designer
Bozeman, Mt 59715

Attention: CAT Hiring Manager,

I, Julie A. Thompson, am very interested in the Technical Designer position in Bozeman, MT you recently posted on Indeed.com. Please accept my resume and cover letter.  I have worked as a professional in the commercial and residential design field and enjoyed the challenges of being part of a team on large, complex projects.  I drafted many of the drawings for an $11M state project in Alaska. I prepared addenda updates, and organized all paperwork and notes for the project.  I have worked on a myriad of projects from commercial, residential, office and private and corporate aircraft, including a private Boeing 727-100.

I am constantly seeking professional challenges, and I have been involved in many unique projects throughout my education and career.  I have a Bachelors Degree in Interior Design, not Fashion Design, but am familiar with fabrics and I have done many detailed layouts and specifications.  I feel my experience and my desired career path align well with the Technical Designer position you are seeking to fill. I have always been a very conscientious worker applying my communication skills appropriately to whom I am speaking. 

I am very intrigued by the opportunity to be considered for the position of Technical Designer for Caterpillar and would like to learn more about the opportunity.  Please review my resume and contact myself if you feel my credentials meet your requirements and standards.


Sincerely,


Julie Ann Thompson



 
Julie Ann Thompson
P.O. Box 64
Rigby, Idaho 83442
Home: (208) 745-7644 
akdesignbyjulie@yahoo.com

SKILLS SUMARY
•	Computer skills include AutoCAD 2015, REVIT 2010, Power Point 2010, Word 2013, Outlook, Excel, Heavy Job, InDesign  
•	Project management of commercial projects including filing and organizing multimillion dollar projects, quoting and ordering product with suppliers, drawing coordination with architects and engineers, value engineering, and customer satisfaction.
•	Design and project management of complete construction of personal residence, including designing floor plan, ordering materials, coordinating delivery and installation of materials with suppliers and subcontractors, and all financial responsibilities and record keeping associated with the project.
•	Ability to professionally communicate with challenging clientele when difficulties arise.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Walsh Engineering Services. Engineering Firm, Idaho Falls, Idaho	October 2014-Present
Architectural Drafter / Interior Designer
•	Work with Engineers and other designers to create drawings.
•	Provide plans and elevations to clients. 
•	Organization of specifications.

Idaho Transportation Department. Civil Organization, Rigby, Idaho	February 2012-March 2014
Civil Designer
•	Work with Engineers and other designers to create roadway safety.
•	Coordination of drawings with Engineers. 
•	Research archives for projects and public.

ECI/Hyer Inc. Architectural firm, Anchorage, Alaska	May 2008-June 2009
Project Support
•	Performed Construction Administration for a project connecting the courthouse to the future State Office Building in Palmer, Alaska.
•	Prepared and revised plans in AutoCAD and REVIT for a myriad of clientele.
•	Gathered information through design development research and client interview process for client projects.
•	Created drawings, attended reviews and worked redlines for more precise results.
•	Involved in contractor bidding process.

 
Design Expressions, Palmer, Alaska			2006-2008
Owner
•	Managed client needs for each project while considering safety and function of all materials and installation for the project.
•	Provided all measurements and product specification, coordination of delivery and installation.
•	Coordinated projects from beginning to end.

Home Depot, Spokane, Washington & Santa Rosa, California                          1998-2003 
Department Supervisor 
•	Made recommendations from floor plans to home builders on products, layout and safety.
•	Coordinated with fellow employees as a team to ensure the optimum decisions were made to meet the specific needs of each client.
•	Managed interior design department including two subordinate designers.
•	Attended weekly management and budget meetings.
•	Managed a myriad of new construction and remodel projects.

Royer & Schutts, Haworth commercial furniture dealer, Ft. Worth, Texas        1998
Commercial Project Coordinator
•	Created drawings in AutoCAD for commercial clientele.
•	Worked with clients to determine needs of space planning to create a functional and safe work environment.
•	Measured and design all areas of corporate buildings including open office spaces, company break areas and conference areas.
•	Coordinated the design and space planning for Motorola, Nokia and other local accounts.
•	Provided measurements, inventory lists color and material selections for clientele.

EDUCATION:
Stephen F. Austin State University, (A FIDER accredited University), Nacogdoches, Texas
Received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Interior Design

I served on a review committee after graduation.

Classes: Hand Drafting, Geometry, Professional Design, Business Management, Principles and Practices for Business.
Post Graduate Classes: Three AutoCAD classes (one from a Junior College, two from Autodesk).



*References can be supplied at a later time


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Walsh Engineering Inc.

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