I'M
PATRICK COSTILOW.
DRAFTING AND DESIGN
Hi, my name is Patrick and I am a graduate of Calhoun Community College in Decatur Alabama where i earned a certificate in Drafting Design Technology in Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering. While attending, I have been able to learn industry software including Autocad, Solidworks, Geomagic Design X, and Materilise Magic. I also have been able to utilize current
technologies including Concept Lazer MLab Cusing R Metal 3D Printer, Fortus FDM 3D Printer
and Luzbot 3D printers and also Faro Scanning Arm.
After school I worked for R2C Inc. where I was a Mechanical Designer and worked with the Mechanical Design Manager and engineering team in different projects related to government contracts. While there, I utilized Solidworks and Solidworks PDM software to create and update models, assemblies and drawings. I also setup files and operated prints for a Fusion3D printers.
SOFTWARE
MY KNOWLEDGE LEVEL IN SOFTWARE
AUTOCAD
20%
SOLIDWORKS
ASSOCIATE CERTIFICATION
40%
SOLIDWORKS PDM
15%
MICROSOFT EXCEL
20%
ADOBE ACROBAT
50%
MICROSOFT WORD
35%
CAPABILITIES
DESIGN
MODELING
DRAWINGS
3D PRINTING
PORTFOLIO
TAKE A LOOK AT MY SCHOOL WORK. SEE MORE >
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Experience
April 2020 - September 2022
R2C Inc.
MECHANICAL DESIGNER
As a mechanical designer, I helped out the engineering manager and the engineering team with creating and updating models, assemblies, and drawing for government contracts. I also utilized other programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Solidworks PDM. I also cultivated relationships with machinist, quality department and upper management within the company. I was also tasked with setting up files and operating a Fusion3D printer for various projects.
May 2018- February 2018
U.S. Space and Rocket Center Lunar Rover Replica
HISTORICAL AND MATERIALS TEAM LEADER
As the historical and materials leader, I was responsible for overseeing that all components, materials and aesthetics as a whole were accurately replicated when compared to the Apollo 16 and 17 Lunar Rover. I also lead a team in charge of designing multiple components that needed to be designed. I communicated with U.S. Space and Rocket Center staff, Apollo era officials, project leader and other rover team leaders to insure all designs will be designed to specification.
January 2016-May 2017
Freelance Graphic Design
September 2012-December 2016
Docucenter
SIGNS AND BANNERS
This job consisted of printing and completing all over-sized print media, consulting and contacting customers on various jobs related to over-sized media with occasional design and layout.
2011-2012
Baton Rouge Parents Magazine
DESIGN INTERN
This job consisted of assisting the Art Director with any ad designs needed for clients and some layout design.
August 2005-May 2010
Le Souvenir Yearbook
EDITOR
My job responsibilities ranged from designing simple layouts to, eventually, advancing to editorial duties which included handing out assignments as well as making final decisions of the theme, content, and overall appearance of the yearbook.