Jorge Villagomez

21 N Metropolitan Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085

jv756464@westpost.net
1(224)715- 4408

Application Engineer/ Technical Sales

Charismatic Self Motivated Problem solver with experience in Technical and Syste
m engineering. On the job experience in Air Compressor systems, Construction equ
ipment, and Industrial automation products specializing in product Sales, Applic
ation, and Support. Developed well rounded attributes in Sales, Engineering, and
Business.
* Excellent communicator, additionally fluent in Spanish
* Diplomatic negotiator adjusting to changes and seeking out large scope solutio
ns
* Superb problem solving skills based on supremely technical background and apti
tude
* Performs with minimal supervision on multiple projects with a desire to furthe
r knowledge
* Tremendous interpersonal and enterprising skills with ability to multi-task, p
rioritize, and go the distance
Professional Experience
Application Engineer Sept 2007 - July 2008
Ingersoll Rand San Diego, CA
Provided Technical and Administrative support to outside Sales Engineers in appl
ication and sales of air compressors and related accessories and services on B2B
and B2C Sales. Order management of $3.8 Million Dollar sales in the San Diego/
Baja California territory which was ranked #1 nationwide. Maintained inventory o
f entire West Coast region which included 200 hp $71K total air system packaged
equipment. Responsible for active sales proposals and quote logs, creation and i
mplementation of advertisements, and main contact on all center inquires.
SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Increased sales 23% of air compressor systems 50 hp and below, ranked 3RD amon
g 30 centers
Implemented Nitrogen marketing event to increase product awareness and sales
Results orientated- able to work with minimal supervision within a chaotic, hig
h volume environment
Independently researched and acquired knowledge of product lines
Design Standard Technician May 2007 - Sept 2007
Caterpillar / Volt Staffing Aurora, IL
Correction and application of Cat Engineering Standards on mainly structural med
ium (95-1,577 hp) wheel Loader Solid models and prints. Development of geometric
tolerances and advance modeling techniques.
SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS
* 8 pg structural modification consisting of various views and bill of materials
Worked with Sr. Design Engineer on improving stability and operators comfort
Weld Design Seminar covering various design consideration factors taught by Lin
coln Electric
Application Engineer/ Development Engineering Intern May 2005 - D
ec. 2006
Rockwell Automation Milwaukee, WI
As an Intern, self taught Pro/Engineer to eventually revise existing industrial
control designs per product specifications and industry standard of 102 drawings
. Captured detailed discrepancies in bill of materials and ensured uniformity th
roughout. Obtained mindset/ culture of continuous improvement, efficiency, and r
edundant systems. Assisted in the testing/ UL approval for Motor Control Center
s.
Full time functioned under two roles, Applications and Quick Ship Engineer, due
to record high volumes of orders. Wired and packaged various custom engineered c
onfigurations including drives, controllers, circuit panels, motors, and various
switches. Proficiency in NEMA, IEC, UL codes. Main Factory contact for Mexican
and Wisconsin Plants. Resolve standard product issues by interfacing with a vari
ety of personnel in drafting, programming, finance, post shipment support, and d
istributors. Correction of errors found due to bill of material, order entry, cu
stomer specific program, drafting, or development errors. Presented in training
for distributers.
SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Standardized the Engineering Change/ Request Notice process for department
High Current testing on 3200A air circuit breaker
Confused for engineer Mexico plant due to Fluent Spanish
Troubleshot most production line issues by end of business
Ensured commitments of critical components
Established a reputation of a responsive resource
Education
Milwaukee School Of Engineering Milwaukee, WI Graduated May 200
6
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
* Ranked 11th best undergraduate engineering program in the nation
* Mechanical Engineering was the 9th best undergraduate engineering specialty ac
cording to US News & World Report Today.
Technical Skills
Computer: Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Exce
l
Drafting: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Pro/Engineer Wildfire (2,000 hrs)
Other/ Additional Employment
Utilized Project Management and hands-on engineering skills to: Aug 2008 - Fe
b 2010
Built a 660 sq. ft. garage then installed a compressed air system and radiant t
ube heater
Various carpentry projects
Co-Business Owner 1995 - present
NGV Services, Landscape Company (Part Time) Waukegan, IL
Self taught entrepreneur operating all aspects of a business, especially in cust
omer service/ retention and operations. Experienced small-business co-owner succ
essfully operating a landscaping business, managing staff and keen customer serv
ice skills. Execution of lean operating methods, research of equipment, and deve
lopment of diplomatic negotiation.