# Daniel Bischel

> Assistant Engineer

Location: Union City, California, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/danielbischel

I am a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer with hands-on experience spanning product design, manufacturing, and field installation. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively in 3D CAD using SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Inventor, and AutoCAD, developing custom components, full assemblies, engineering drawings, and fabrication-ready designs across multiple industries. My experience includes prototyping, reverse engineering, design for manufacturability, and updating designs in real time based on field and shop feedback to improve performance and installation efficiency.

What sets me apart is the combination of strong design capability with real-world hands-on engineering experience. I have worked directly with manufacturing teams and in the field using processes such as additive manufacturing (FDM) and PolyJet printing, laser cutting, injection molding, soldering, lathe work, waterjet cutting, press brake forming, welding, and other shop fabrication methods. Having supported and at times installed my own designs, I have developed a strong understanding of how design decisions impact real-world build quality, fit-up, durability, and long-term product performance.

I take pride in being detail-oriented, hardworking, and highly self-motivated. I genuinely enjoy learning new programs, tools, and engineering disciplines, and I am always looking for ways to continue advancing myself into a high-level mechanical engineer. I bring a strong work ethic, a growth mindset, and a passion for solving challenging design and manufacturing problems through practical, buildable engineering solutions.

## Work Experience
### Assistant Engineer @ HECO-PACIFIC MANUFACTURING, INC.
Jan 2025 – Present | Union City, California, United States
o Responsible for design of mechanical and structural components of heavy overhead cranes, monorails and jib cranes supporting design efficiency and cost objectives
o Prepared, revised, and checked engineering, fabrication, and assembly layouts drawings in AutoCAD while adhering to engineering requirements and GD&T drafting standards
o Performed load calculations and supported design performance to ensure compliance with project specifications, and applicable codes
o Researched & coordinated with suppliers of necessary cable tracks, wires and related electrical components to support design and installation requirements
   • Managed BOM documentation & revisions for change orders
o Collaborated closely with an EIT and PE on design logistics including technical design considerations and proper welding symbol standards throughout the design cycle
o Efficiently completed required drawings on-time and helped the team with other engineering tasks to meet deadlines
   • Compiled and submitted technical documentation and drawing packages to clients for review and approval

### Custom Projects Engineer @ SUPERIOR STRUCTURES INC
Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 | Walton, KY
o Managed complex R&D projects & product lifecycle for consumer products
   •Utilized in-shop metal machining process for rapid prototyping using various manufacturing processes
o Continually managed 4-6 complex projects simultaneously and prioritized tasks when needed
o Oversaw the assembly or installation of large-scale designs to conform to the approved drawings and specifications
o Continuous documentation, change order management & cross-functional team communication throughout product lifecycle to EOL using Acumatica ERP system
o Responsible for managing & releasing engineering drawings & BOMs for purchasing & fabrication
o Extensive work with 3D CAD Inventor for drafting full-scale assemblies, subassemblies & install drawings for sheet metal designs, tooling and various fabrications projects including design reviews
o Applied engineering standards & principles to optimize design and manage cost reduction
o Hands-on experience in the field analysing tool install issues and team lead on solving design problems
   •Updated CAD model on-the-go to improve efficiency of install driving cost reduction
   •Effective communication with the shop to expedite fabrication and
shipping to arrive on-site next-day
o Improved efficiency of in-shop assembly table by designing and managing install of welded addition including pneumatic and solenoid components for various actuator positions
o Utilized additive manufacturing to print custom mount for attaching
thermostat interface to industrial outlet box
o Designed 4 various large scale plant benches and managed fabrication and organization of parts for install
   •Worked with install team for 17 hours straight excluding travel to
complete construction despite many setbacks
   •Gained knowledge on better design and organization for ease of install for future projects
o Hands-on testing for tool installation of chuck tooling re-design of tube laser improving quality of cut and reducing cost of failed cut programs

### Assistant Project Manager @ Wadsworth Golf Construction Company
Jan 2022 – Jan 2024 | Phoenix, Arizona, United States
o Prepared GPS-driven data documentation about grading details via AutoCAD improving the efficiency of the site visits for the architect
   •This data presented optimized project progress & prompted design approvals on course walkthroughs
o Implemented meticulous data management using GPS, formulated CAD files necessary for project invoicing & creating golf course as-built drawings
o Leveraged topology software & AutoCAD for material estimation during bid proposals
o Experience troubleshooting high-accuracy Trimble handheld & Carlson RTk5 units utilizing real-time correction networks
o Worked in a large team environment, hands-on while managing multiple priorities and tasks ensuring completion on-time to meet architect deadlines
o Directed construction crew & oversaw quality control of golf construction tasks

### Design Assistant Co-op @ SUPERIOR STRUCTURES INC
Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Harrison, Ohio, United States
o Skillfully crafted models in SolidWorks, ensuring seamless coordination with the shop for fabrication
o Maintained rigorous QC standards by engaging directly with manufacturing techniques primarily with water jet, press brake, welding and Ultimaker FDM printing
   •Extensive knowledge on modeling sheet metal designs in SolidWorks & the proper sheet metal fabrication techniques for superior quality
o Streamlined in-field installation by swiftly designing and manufacturing parts and supporting documentation via SolidWorks including hands-on work, achieving same-day approval and immediate shipping, yielding significant company savings
   •Feedback from the installer revealed a seamless & more efficient install process by 20%
o Executed the innovative design and analysis of designs including the drafting of required technical engineering drawings and layouts for a complete design cycle significantly enhancing the workflow of manufacturing and installation operations
   •Successfully designed, fabricated and assembled four custom bases used to support commercial rooftop fans saving resources against potential outsourcing
o Gained experience on field installations for 2 months leading to an improved design strategies by learning to model for a more seamless & efficient manufacturing, assembly & installation process

### Mechanical Engineering Co-op @ Polymer Solutions Group
Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 | Cleveland, Ohio, United States
o Hands-on experience installing IoT electrical boxes enhancing real-time monitoring of material reservoir volumes, elevating material management efficiency and eliminating problematic overflows on a processing line
o Assisted on various shop taks with basic hand-held tools for processing line improvements and management of material transfer from train cars
o Leveraged IoT technology ensuring seamless data collection by using probes to document and analyze temperature variations of materials in train cars to determine inefficient cars ensuring considerable energy savings
   •Created complex excel calculator to properly collect & display data to visualize areas for improvement
   •Completed brainstorming sessions with supervisor and executed tasks to improve efficiency
o Executed intricate P&ID SolidWorks modeling of piping systems for different processing lines and machines, laying the groundwork for decisive optimization strategies across various processing lines

### Mechanical Designer @ Kinetic Vision
Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | Cincinnati, OH
o Utilized SolidWorks to design innovative products, conducted analysis throughout manufacturing process and executed prototype assembly and hands-on testing to refine and optimize designs for efficient manufacturing and real-world applicability
   •Collaborated with a design team & supervisor throughout the entire process to ensure a high-quality design
   •Hands-on testing and assembly with 3D printers, laser cutter, Polyjet printer, soldering rod, sand blaster, lathe and other handheld tools were used for rapid prototyping
o Coordinated FDM & Polyjet print requests to be completed on time
   •Monitored the process of the prints including the design, proper setup of 3D printer and conducting proper part quality and maintenance checks
   •This was an integral & most common rapid prototyping process at the company which helped in the efficiency of establishing final designs
o Operated the injection molding machine, ensuring the correct operation and quality control for each part
o Regularly exported designs & drawings from SolidWorks to a flatbed laser cutter for rapid prototyping
   •Expertly calibrated laser settings by analyzing cut quality, ensuring optimal precision tailored to material specifications
o Meticulous & efficient soldering, assembly & testing of motherboard-integrated products allowing project lead engineer to attend broader project facets resulting in an accelerated project timeline
   •Logged about 120 hours of soldering (Jan - Dec 2019)


## Education
### Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
University of Cincinnati

### Immaculate Conception Academy


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/daniel-bischel-48714a150

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