# Joshua Platt > Mechanical Engineer Location: Concord, California, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/joshuaplatt Mechanical / Design Engineer with a solid understanding of engineering principles, concepts, and industry practices. Successful background in industry’s such as, Automotive Aftermarket, Defense, and Railroad. Thorough understanding of Machine and Sheet Metal parts, Mechanical Assemblies, Electrical Routing, Pneumatic Assemblies, New Product Development, Suspension Systems, and Testing through the use of 3D cad software and FEA. Delivers the aptitude, attitude, and dedication that consistently produces positive results. Committed to on-time delivery; offers a high level of integrity along with the keen ability to be creative and insightful. Key Qualifications / Technologies: 3D Design — Catia V5 • SolidWorks • AutoCAD (Inventor) Leadership • Hands-On Involvement • GD&T • ASME Y14.5 3D Scanning and Processing 3D Printing and Processing ## Work Experience ### Mechanical Engineer @ Alstom Jan 2015 – Present | Mare Island CA, United States Mechanical involvement in Electrical, Plumbing, Pneumatic, and Structural rail car systems. Tools regularly used: Catia V5, SolidWorks, AutoCad, MicroSoft office tools. FEA for small size item review. ### Lead Engineer @ PLATT ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES Jan 2008 – Jan 2015 Design, Develop, and Document consumer products from idea status to production ready status. ### Mechanical Design Engineer @ Gillig, LLC Jan 2010 – Jan 2010 Designed, developed and trouble shoot transit bus mechanical sub systems. Maintained parts and mechanical sub-systems as they related to the manufacturing and production of transit buses. Provided high-end sheet metal and machine part design for the "LOW FLOOR, HYBRID, AND BRT" transit bus systems. ### NEW PRODUCT ENGINEER, R & D @ ArmorWorks Jan 2007 – Jan 2009 High-tech armor protection designers specializing in materials technology, producing more than 300,000 ceramic armor components for various personnel armor, aircraft, and vehicle protections. NEW PRODUCT ENGINEER, R & D Performed research and development for military vehicle blast attenuating seating systems designed to provide both function and safety during front line operations. Utilizes SolidWorks 2008 design tools to create and finalize projects that meet and exceed Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards FMVSS 207/210. Engineer responsible for drop tower, mine-blast simulation, testing. Ensure customers are kept abreast of project status. Mentor junior engineers in an effort to aid in their professional growth and help the company grow. ### NEW PRODUCT ENGINEER, R & D @ Performance Automotive Group Jan 2001 – Jan 2007 A leading manufacturer and retailer of after market SUV and truck body lifts and accessories. NEW PRODUCT ENGINEER, R & D Designed and developed body/suspension lift systems for the automotive aftermarket, Provided high-end sheet metal and machine part designs for trucks, SUVs, and Jeeps. Mentored junior engineers. ### Aviation Hydraulics Mechanic (AMH) @ US Navy Jan 1990 – Jan 1994 | United States ## Education ### BACHELOR in SCIENCE * MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Northern Arizona University Jan 1994 – Jan 2000 ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-platt-53a0a3b - Website: http:/www.plattengineering.com --- Source: https://flows.cv/joshuaplatt JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/joshuaplatt/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-07