Stamping Matters
Andrew
Experience Information
Employer: Pridgeon & Clay
Job Title: Tooling Engineer
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Received Credit: Yes
Paid: Yes
Abroad: No
Description of the Organization
P&C is a tier one automotive stamping company in Grand Rapids. They create exhaust parts for GM, Ford, Cummins, and specialize in diesel emissions parts.
Description of the Tasks/Projects Completed
I created a 10" riser in SolidWorks that closes the shut height of a press. I also drew up concepts for a feeder to feed two coils of steel into a press at different speeds.
Skills/Knowledge Gained Through The Experience
Workplace etiquette, Project management from concept to reality, Timeline formatting, Solidworks experience, and inter company relations.
Favorite Part of the Experience
I worked with a group of people who all put themselves in the same shoes everyday. Not one person was better than the rest and not one was more important than others.
How the Experience Influenced Future Career Goals
I am compelled to work at the right company, not the right job.