Dan Parker

Experience

1. Senior Engineer

   Barber-Nichols

   Feb 2022 — Present · Denver, CO, US

   As a Senior Engineer specializing in the structural and thermal analysis of turbomachinery systems, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to every project. I excel in completing complex phases of analysis and design, managing challenging assignments with minimal oversight, and driving innovation through creative problem-solving. My role extends to reviewing and refining designs to ensure they meet stringent project specifications and requirements.• Conduct thermal and structural analysis (static and transient), including modal, random vibration, shock response, bolt design, low and high cycle fatigue, fracture-critical component, and damage tolerance analysis.• Review project specifications and requirements to develop analysis plans and assisted in managing project budgets, schedules, and formal design reviews.• Collaborate with project engineers and designers to implement changes that alleviate stress or design out potentially problematic natural frequencies.• Work with project engineers, designers, and test engineers to create balance plans and calculate the permissible residual unbalance according to ISO balancing quality grades.• Perform rotordynamic analyses, including damped/undamped critical speed, stability, and unbalance response.• Develop and improve calculators for thermal material properties, grease viscosity vs temp, and bolt stress.• Reviewed designs and drawings for conformity to project specifications.• Fostered effective communication and teamwork, collaborating with various departments to achieve project goals.My dedication to continual learning and improvement is evident in my utilization of technical materials to enhance our analysis processes and design solutions. I am committed to contributing significantly to the success of my projects and the overall organization through my expertise and proactive approach.

Skills

• Solidworks
• Testing
• Program Management
• Electricians
• Engineering
• Analysis
• Microsoft Excel
• Product Design
• Mechanical Engineering
• Training
• Autocad
• Cad
• Pro Engineer
• Troubleshooting
• Labview
• Project Management
• Microsoft Office
• Powerpoint
• Ptc Creo
• Computer-Aided Design (Cad)
• Value Based Product Development
• Finite Element Analysis
• Rotor Dynamic Analysis
• Value Engineering
• Concept Design