I am a seasoned mechanical designer-drafter with extensive experience in CAD platforms such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Creo (Pro/E). I enjoy turning concepts into manufacturable designs and take pride in delivering precise drawings and detailed assemblies. Over a career spanning decades, I've contributed to electrical and mechanical systems, sheet metal fabrication, data centers, and custom power distribution products. I thrive in fast-paced teams, manage document control and revisions, and collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and shops to achieve rapid, reliable results.

Scott M. Barton

I am a seasoned mechanical designer-drafter with extensive experience in CAD platforms such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Creo (Pro/E). I enjoy turning concepts into manufacturable designs and take pride in delivering precise drawings and detailed assemblies. Over a career spanning decades, I've contributed to electrical and mechanical systems, sheet metal fabrication, data centers, and custom power distribution products. I thrive in fast-paced teams, manage document control and revisions, and collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and shops to achieve rapid, reliable results.

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I am a seasoned mechanical designer-drafter with extensive experience in CAD platforms such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Creo (Pro/E). I enjoy turning concepts into manufacturable designs and take pride in delivering precise drawings and detailed assemblies.

Over a career spanning decades, I’ve contributed to electrical and mechanical systems, sheet metal fabrication, data centers, and custom power distribution products. I thrive in fast-paced teams, manage document control and revisions, and collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and shops to achieve rapid, reliable results.

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Work Experience

Electrical / Mechanical CAD Designer at Tier Power Systems
October 1, 2018 - Present
Design and manufacturing of custom low and medium voltage power distribution products from concept to production release. Responsible for drawings and detailing of sheet metal parts and assemblies; significant copper design work for large switchboard cabinets; coordinated parts with shops and design timelines to ensure quick turnaround from concept to production.
Designer-Detailer at Baselayer
November 1, 2016 - October 31, 2018
Modeling and detailing of sheet metal designs, weldments, assemblies and part detailing from concept to production release using SolidWorks and SolidWorks EPDM Data Management. Worked on electrical, mechanical and fire systems for modular data centers; produced manufacturing shop drawings and supported fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Mechanical Designer-Detailer at Simplex-Onsite
January 1, 2012 - September 30, 2016
Modeling and detailing of sheet metal designs, weldments, assemblies and part detailing from conceptual design to pre-release and production release; created material requisitions and updated product changes; telecommuted to ensure on-time project delivery.
Senior Mechanical Designer at Emprise Corporation
November 1, 2005 - January 31, 2012
Led design and detailing projects; supervised and collaborated with project engineers and clients; utilized SolidWorks for machine/industrial projects and AutoCAD for schematics and P&ID; managed quoting, design reviews and client satisfaction.
Mechanical Drafter / Designer (Contract-Basis) at Firearms Training Systems Inc.
September 1, 2004 - November 30, 2005
Developed production drawings for pre-release and production; updated documents via doc control; performed light design in Pro-E for part modeling and prototyping; maintained revision control.
Mechanical Designer at Automated Control Systems
October 1, 2001 - July 31, 2004
Concept-to-drawing development for robotics and industrial automation; produced detailed drawings and schematics using AutoCAD; supported prototyping and design refinement.
Mechanical Designer at SpeedFam-Ipec Corporation
March 1, 2000 - October 31, 2001
Designed electro-mechanical assemblies, electrical panel assemblies and enclosures; translated project requirements into concepts and production-ready designs.
Designer at Belden Wire Corporation
April 1, 1998 - March 31, 2000
Contract work for mechanical and production facility drawings; designed tooling and machinery modifications; created 3D and 2D layouts for plant floor and equipment.
EM Drafter / Doc Ctrl Administrator at Cardiac Pathways Corporation (Division of Boston Scientific)
November 1, 1993 - March 31, 1998
Document control under GMP/ISO 9000; mechanical drafting and prototype design; managed documentation in AutoCAD-3D and 2D to support design, development, manufacturing and post-market activities.
Mechanical Designer (Contract-Basis) at SpeedFam-Ipec Corporation
March 1, 2000 - October 1, 2001
Designed electro-mechanical assemblies, electrical panel assemblies, and enclosures; produced mechanical drawings and layouts to support manufacturing.
Designer (Contract-Basis) at Belden Wire Corporation
April 1, 1998 - March 1, 2000
Organized priorities and managed mechanical and production facility drawings for a large-scale manufacturing environment; conducted technical reviews and produced designs from concept to production release; used AutoCAD-3D for new designs and AutoCAD-2D for floor layouts.

Education

Associate Degree in Drafting / Engineering Technology at West Valley College
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
AA Associate Degree in Drafting / Engineering Technology at West Valley College
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026

Qualifications

Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA)
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA)
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
DS SolidWorks Certification
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Professional Services, Other, Software & Internet