1. 815-325-3723 W3870 Lakeview Park Dr.
gordonritter1982@gmail.com Lake Geneva, WI 53147
Gordon Ritter
Summary Energetic and responsible team player who delivers consistent results. Excellent networking and
interpersonal skills resulting in successful working relationships ranging from upper management to all
levels of employees. Able to view challenges in a positive way and propose solutions to maximize
productivity and achieve quality results. Meticulous communication keeping key contacts involved and
informed. Enjoys business excellence programs and project manager roles.
Significant Experience SolidWorks user of 15 years having experience in creating multiple configuration parts and assemblies,
exploded views, creating detailed drawings, assembly instructions. AutoCAD user of 16 years creating
detailed drawings, plan views, and concept drawings. Constructing of prototype units for testing. Assisted
the management of production for a 1 time product run of 340 units which involved training manufacturing
employees on how to construct various components of the product. Liaison with the General Contractor
who was on site to verify placement of fixtures on the plan view. Created concept assemblies and drawings
for retro-fit kits discussed in meetings. Created 3D SolidWorks parts based off of 2D AutoCAD drawings.
Set up a part numbering system so parts could be easily identified. Experience using Lotus Notes for
project work flow and documentation. Implemented drawing changes using Agile Project management and
Made2Manage.Organized part and drawing library using PDM Works.
Education Johnsburg High School, Johnsburg, IL
Primary Area of Study: CAD Drafting and Design
Graduation: June 2000
Work History CAD Designer September 2014 – Present
Abbvie, North Chicago, IL
 Works with engineers to revise plastic injection molded parts
 Designs single part and assembly fixtures for inspecting and testing plastic parts
 Creates prototypes of parts and fixtures using a 3D printer
 Develops prototype tooling for blister packaging
 Assists Engineers in developing and improving new products
 Creates required drawings for all new and revised parts and assemblies
 Reverse engineer products so there is a 3D CAD model available
SolidWorks Designer September 2011 – August 2014
Key Technical Solutions, Wauwatosa, WI
 Created parts, assemblies, and drawings for various projects
 Setup drawing templates to minimize CAD time required
 Balanced multiple projects and made sure that deadlines were met
CAD Designer February 2009 – August 2011
American Superconductor, Middleton & New Berlin, WI
 Created documentation for product lines
 Assembled prototypes of units involving wiring, specific torque specs, and sub assembly
construction.
 Trained manufacturing employees on how to create the sub-assemblies
 Oversaw production and assisted where needed to streamline production
 Reverse engineered multiple components to be used on assembly drawings
Solid Works Designer October 2008 – January 2009
Norco MFG, Franksville, WI
 Converted 2D part library to 3D
 Established a clean and clear part numbering system to help part identification and grouping

2. 815-325-3723 W3870 Lakeview Park Dr.
gordonritter1982@gmail.com Lake Geneva, WI 53147
Production Engineer March 2007-September 2008
Precision Quincy Shelters, Woodstock, IL
 Developed conceptual drawings for Sales Quotes
 Created assembly drawings and Bills of Materials based on size, location, and customer
requirements
 Assisted the building inspector to ensure building creation was compliant with requirements
 Provided guidance regarding safety measurements for Roof Load and Earthquake ratings
CAD Designer November 2005-February 2007
Retail Fixtures, Racine, WI
 Created assembly drawings for primarily wood fixtures using AutoCAD.
• Worked as a liaison with general contractors on site to verify plan view dimensions for fixture
locations.
CAD Drafter April 2000 – November 2005
Intermatic, Spring Grove, IL
 Created Bills of Material, drawings, parts, and assemblies.
 Revised 2D and 3D drawings, parts, and assemblies.
 Designed clamshell tooling for packaging
 Supported multiple other teams with miscellaneous projects
System Experience
• SolidWorks • PDM Works • Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Outlook
• Made2Manage
• SolidWorks PDM
• Agile Project
• Adept
• AutoCAD
• SmarTeam
• Lotus Notes