Jake Evans
Hands-on Mechanical Engineer with 3+ years designing and building custom manufacturing and automation systems. Proven ability to lead projects from concept to implementation — spanning mechanical design, embedded systems, CNC machining, fabrication, programming, controls,and prototyping. Thrives in multidisciplinary environments, quickly picking up new tools and systems to meet evolving challenges.
LOCATION: Golden CO
EMAIL: jacobevans@jacobevans.engineering
PHONE:(802)598-1516
• CAD/CAM: Fusion 360-7yrs, SolidWorks-5yrs (3D Design, Sheet Metal, 2D Drawing, API)
• Programming: Python, HTML, Java Script, C++, API Design, G-Code
• Fabrication/Rapid Prototyping: Metal Work, Sheet Metal, Welding, Soldering, CNC, Wood Work, 3D Printing, basic Mill & Lathe work
• Test/Validation/Simulation: Ansys-2yrs, Abaqus-1yr, Matlab-4yrs, SolidWorks Simulation-2yrs, Oscilloscopes, LabView, Custom Testing Rigs, Data Acquisition
• Design: Lean Manufacturing, HCD, DFM, Product Design, Process Design
• Soft Skills: Cross-Functional Communication, Self-Directed, Adaptable
Key Skills
PROFSSIONAL EXPERIENCE
New England Chimney Supply, 2021-Present
MANUFACTURING & PROCESS AUTOMATION ENGINEER
• Designed and built custom automation equipment for high volume manufacturing, including a fully automated expanded mesh cutting machine that eliminated a full-time manual task — improving accuracy, throughput, and worker safety.
• Created a custom Python automation API suite with Fusion 360, reducing CAD/CAM lead time by 90%, increasing material efficiency, and reducing the technical skill required for in-house custom design.
• Led development of new product lines (e.g. Fire Pit, Damper Cap Combo) — from concept and DFM through prototyping, process development, and production documentation. Collaborated with Sales, Field Technicians, and Manufacturing Teams to refine product designs based on real-world factors.
• Authored a full manufacturing manual for 100+ custom parts, supporting training, quality, and operational consistency.
• Mentored junior engineer, and coached new manufacturing employees.
• Served as go-to problem solver across departments (design, maintenance, production) for technical challenges and urgent fixes.
EARLIER EXPERIENCE
Contracting
Self Employed | 2018-Present
Worked on a range of home improvement projects, including renovating a barn into a modern apartment and restructuring a roof to support solar panel installation. I approach this work as an opportunity to sharpen my practical problem-solving skills and enjoy using my hands to design and build real-world solutions.