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Jonathan Jernigan

Fort Pierce, FL
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    Product Development Engineer manufacturing industrial equipment and tools for the end user. Engaged in product research, design, prototyping, inspection, testing and quality control. Believe in constant communication to help companies exceed expectations. Would like to enhance an industry leader's support and increase their project efficiency. Computer aided engineering (CAE) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software along with Failure Mode and Effects Analyses to aid in project completions.

  • Education
    • Bachelor of Science Civil Engineering
      University of Florida
      1998
  • Experience
    • Corresponding Secretary
      Trump Team 2020 Florida Indian River County Chapter
      Vero Beach, FL
      Nov 2019 - Present (6 years 7 months)
      Managing member database and campaign delivery.
    • Co-Founder and Planner
      Christian Business Network Member Cluster Group
      Port St. Lucie, FL
      Nov 2019 - Present (6 years 7 months)
      Bringing people together to enhance business opportunity.
    • Independent Product Developer
      Jernigan Design
      Fort Pierce, FL
      Jan 2017 - Present (9 years 5 months)
      Bringing ideas to market.
    • Project Manager
      Uniweld Products Inc. (HVAC/R / Welding Equipment and Tool Manufacturer)
      Fort Lauderdale, FL
      Sep 2014 - Jun 2015 (9 months)
      * Completed 'USMAN's' digital manifold development, concept to finished product. Design work included iOS and android app 'SmarTech' interaction, bluetooth, CE acquisition, specifications, instruction manual and supply agreements for the end user. Worked with outside vendors, upper management, marketing, sales, purchasing, quality control, graphics, machine and assembly departments for constructive transparency. Performed inspection and testing AQL's for accessories and design product display packaging.
      * Managed electro-pneumatic oscillating machine set up. Created drawings and oversaw manufacturing for markings.
    • Mechanical / Manufacture Engineer
      Uniweld Products, Inc
      Fort Lauderdale, FL
      Jan 2011 - Oct 2014 (3 years 9 months)
      • Designed tools and parts for HVAC/R and welding industry customers, including gas regulator adaptors, plastic tote iterations, case apparels and shelf display clamshells.
      • Assisted in anti-blowback adaptor design to reduce refrigerant waste by 20 percent.
      • Designed in-house tools for assembly lines.
      • Drafted replacement parts for Continental Precision Instruments’ machinery and gauge reconfigurations for testing.
      • Utilized tumbler with experimental media to create optimal fuel flow patterns for torch diffusers.
      • Completed drawing packages of forged to machined parts with completed annotation, sub-assembly, assembly, BOM’s and specifications for Quality Control, Assembly Line, Machine Shop, Planning, Purchasing and Sales.
      • Completed welding and cutting tip drawing preparation with drilling, manufacture techniques and specifications. Blanks, configurations to finished product including packaging.
      • Created manifold schematic configurations for evaporator and condenser engagement, vacuum pump filter assembly and vacuum pump polystyrene foam packaging drawings through multiple articles of inspection remolds as injection mold maker provided.
      • Analyzed battery operated hydraulic flaring impact driver concept for industry takeover.
      • Worked with company’s attorney submittal for adaptor USPTO patent approval.
      • Presented best documentation for shop floor to the South Florida SolidWorks User Group.
      • Performed high pressure refrigerant can and hose rupture testing for safety requirements.
      • Cycled ball and Schrader valves for durability.
      • Tested flashback arrestors for fuel and oxygen concerns.
      • Investigated and documented automotive charging part failures and redesigned for corrections.
      • Durometer and Rockwell testing for quality assurance.
      • Wrote quality control inspection manual for machine testing and packaging procedures.
      • Inspected plastic gas cart and redesigned for reinforcement correction and adequate support.
    • Volunteer
      Saint Lucie County Chamber of Commerce
      Fort Pierce, FL
      Feb 2010 - Nov 2010 (9 months)
      Advisor.
    • Volunteer
      Treasure Coast Food Bank Inc.
      Fort Pierce, FL
      Jul 2010 - Oct 2010 (3 months)
      Quality Control.
    • Design Engineer
      G&T Conveyor Company, Inc. (Five Star Airport Alliance, Inc.)
      Nov 2007 - May 2009 (1 year 6 months)
      * Analyzed designed and drafted conveyor mezzanine and catwalk structural support.
      * Confirmed most efficient conveyor support by assessing innovative and alternative structural components including a feasible study which saved 15 percent in costs.
      * Sized effective motor manifest schedule to reduce energy consumption by 10 percent.
      * Effectively organized and delivered bill of material sheet metal fabrication purchased parts scheduling and order release under budget and time constraints.
      * Completed on-site inspections and quality assurance request orders for proper product installation.
  • Awards

    ACTIVITIES / SOFTWARE

    Certified SolidWorks Simulation Associate – Finite Element Analysis (FEA), ID C-FMTMLC8WNJ, Feb, 2015

    Certified SolidWorks Professional - Advanced Drawing Tool, ID C-F2BMKGAM7R, Oct, 2014

    Certified SolidWorks Professional, ID C-ZHFPN5CJ8H, June, 2014

    Certified SolidWorks Sustainable Design Associate, ID C-B7YPWKS89Y, August, 2013

    Chi Epsilon Civil Engineering Honor Society, since 1996

    Theta Tau Professional Engineering Fraternity, since 1996

    SolidWorks DraftSight AutoCAD Delcam Xpress Industrial and Financial Systems and Microsoft Products

  • Affiliations

    American Society of Mechanical Engineers, since 2014

  • Industries
    • Apparel
    • Commercial Equipment
    • Medical & Scientific Equipment
    • Outdoor Equipment
    • Sporting Goods
  • Skills
    • 3D Modeling
    • CAD Design
    • Engineering
    • Industrial Design
    • Packaging Design
    • Product Design
    • Product Development
    • Project Management
    • SolidWorks
    • Structural Engineering
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    @jonjer, member since 2020
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