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I am a talented and passionate Mechanical Engineer and possess over 10 years of experience. My work ranges from lead
concept to final development in multiple types of markets. I have dynamic knowledge of engineering principles and
mechanical systems with practiced and demonstrated skill-sets that are well tuned and valuable for high level capacity. I
truly enjoy innovation in thought, design and process to make ground-breaking strives that continue moving industry
forward. For this I have been recognized as an innovative thinker with the proven ability to balance design and
manufacturing, which builds and strengthens product viability. I have developed unique methodology for process based
trouble shooting that improved quality, reduced cost and improved overall techniques for production. I am a natural leader,
my affinity for leadership and management has a focused team work functionality. I am energetic and maintain a friendly
and positive attitude to increase team motivation and function.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science (BS) • Mechanical Engineering w/ Plastic Parts Specialty • Kettering University
E.I.T • Fundamentals of Engineering exam
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Design Engineer- Pacific Market International, Seattle WA. (July 2010 – Present)
 Collaborate and participate in inter-department functionality and strategy. Participate with cross-department
functionality, collaboration and strategy.
 Lead, coordinate design and innovation efforts to develop optimal solutions for equipment specification, material flow,
process design, and intellectual property
 Project Management for multiple product lines with effective influence & negotiation while meeting timelines & goals.
 Provide Engineering support for new product development from conception to production
 Recommend & model initial design changes to improve manufacturability, functionality and cost of product
 Communicate product design features and specifications to ESL contacts at factory
 Managed and created plant set-up for new product line at the factory
 Create product specifications and test plans for new products
 Coordinate product validation testing with factory
 Managed outside vendors to create high quality and cost effectiveness for Test Labs, custom fabrication, Factories,
tooling suppliers, Tier 1 & Tier 2 suppliers and material suppliers
 Analyze and trouble-shoot manufacturing issues with factory engineers
 Travel to factories in China for product review and lead team training
 Communicate and interact effectively both verbally and interactively with multiple groups to build presentations,
reports, and product or system analysis.
Agile PLM Admin- Pacific Market International, Seattle WA. (Aug 2014 – Present)
 Lead and invent new Agile PLM implementation. Completed on time and under budget.
 Agile System Administrator
 Write coding for new programs and updates
 Troubleshoot System and EBS Integration Issues
 Develop and implement system improvements
 2014 Q4 Thumbs-Up Winner for Agile Implementation
Seth R Shepard
2973 Sprague St, Port Orchard Wa 98366 • 206-779-9008 • seth.r.shepard@gmail.com
PUBLICATIONS & AWARDS
 PMI Thumbs-Up Award Q4 2014
 Chain Link Analysis and Modifications(Link)
 Beverage container closure with venting US
8573431 B2(Link)
 Effect of tank spud assembly factors on emissions
FACTORY & CUSTOMER MANAGEMENT TRAVEL
 China- Shanghai, Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Yangzhou
 Philippians- Manila
 North America- Boston MA, Phoenix AZ, LA CA,
Kingston TN, Portland OR, Bemidji MN

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Oracle Super User- Pacific Market International, Seattle WA. (Nov 2011 – Present)
 Manage Item Configurator team priorities and project distribution
 Provide technical leadership and influence for implementation and logistics
 Travel to Philippians for training, team support and management of admin team
 Supported implementation of Item Number and BOM control in Oracle EBS
 Support implementation of Sales Cloud, Demantra and ASCP in EBS
 Support interdepartmental troubleshooting of EBS issues
 Mapped data routings and impact on different systems
 Data clean-up and analysis impact reporting
 Worked with outside contracted team on implementation and management
Development Engineer- Tenneco, Grass Lake MI. (Sept. 2006 – July 2010)
 Develop tuning components for O.E.M. customers to meet sound targets and cost
 Develop and Calibrated exhaust models in GT-Power and Ricardo Wave
 Simultaneously manage multiple projects & tasks with effective influence, negotiation,
and communication with internal/external partners, contractors and vendors.
 Lead and coordinate innovation efforts for the Acoustic develop team to implement
new software systems
 Preformed on vehicle testing and exhaust system changes
 Developed tuning components based on current manufacturing processes
 ISO 9001: TS16949 Internal Auditor
 Lead Catia operator for group
 Advanced user of a SAP based P.D.M. system
 Worked with outside vendors for custom fabrication, factories, tooling suppliers,
and Tier 1 &2 suppliers
 Travelled for Acoustic testing for automotive systems
 Train college students on engineering practises in the workplace
Test Engineer- InergyAutomotive Systems, Troy MI. (April 2005-August 2006)
 Conducted design and product validation testing for fuel systems
 Developed new test stands and test procedures
 Coordinated the calibration of all gages used for testing in the lab
 NVH testing of fluid movement inside tank
 Travelled for special Sub-Zero and Heat testing for automotive systems analysis
 Worked with outside vendors for Test Labs, gage calibration, custom fabrication, factories, and Tier 1 s uppliers
AFFILIATIONS & HOBBIES
 American Society of Mechanical Engineers Member
 Society of Plastic Engineers Member
 Conservation Alliance Member & Volunteer
 Order of the Engineer
 Theta XI Alumni
 Cascade Bicycle Club Member
 Air Cannon Design and Development
 Beer and Wine making
 Rebulding and repair of Motorcycles
 Custom building and repair of Computers
SKILLS & SPECIALTIES
 Oracle E-business Suites
 Agile PLM
 ISO/TS16949 Internal
Auditor
 Color Measurement
 Solidworks
 Autocad 2000
 Six Sigma Yellow Belt
 ESL Communication
 SAP PDM
 GT Power
 Leadership Training
 Clear Partnership
 Ricardo Wave
 Lamps
 Catia
 Gage R&R
 Social Networking
 Microsoft Office