Korielle Knight
Decatur
Summary
Thorough Mechanical Engineer offers CAD, SolidWorks and project management expertise paired with outstanding critical thinking and time management abilities. Creates products geared toward both customer satisfaction and internal profit growth. Strictly adheres to customer budgets and internal engineering policies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Engineer- Launch Team
Geiger Automotive
Suwanee
08.2025 - Current
- Designed and updated production line layouts of equipment, materials, and workspace using AutoCAD to optimize workflow.
- Conducted time studies, line balancing, and capacity analysis using Excel to optimize cycle times, manpower planning, and throughput.
- Utilized SAP to manage production data, material flow, and process documentation during launch phases.
- Supported manufacturing process validation, ergonomic assessments, and standard work development to meet BMW quality and safety requirements.
- Collaborated with production, quality, and BMW engineering teams to resolve launch issues and stabilize early production.
Process Engineer
BEKO Technologies
Atlanta
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Drove improvements in the process for enhanced efficiency, safety, and quality.
- Coordinated maintenance and repair activities to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols by implementing rigorous operator training
- Performed equipment design, selection, installation, commissioning, start-up and troubleshooting activities.
- Created reports that tracked key performance indicators (kpi) related to production processes.
Engineer Project Manager
MASTERACK
Social Circle
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Oversaw the entire lifecycle of new product development and product improvement projects
- Effectively directed lower-level designers in implementing projects aligned with strategic objectives.
- Ensured the development and maintenance of BOM requirements alongside the establishment of material and product specifications
- Documented all engineering activities according to established procedures.
- Provided support during the installation, maintenance, repair, and calibration of equipment.
Process Engineer
DENSO Manufacturing
Osceola
03.2019 - 01.2021
- Reduced down time by 15% in Molding Department by implementing new change over procedures
- Developed comprehensive specifications for procuring manufacturing equipment.
- Demonstrated expertise in identifying and troubleshooting molding defects, effectively adjusting process parameters to ensure superior quality outcomes
- Developed, designed, and implemented injection molding processes while setting up work stations and automation equipment.
- Successfully executed NPI projects from beginning to end
- Achieved significant enhancements in key equipment production ratios as well as cycle time and labor balance improvements for bottleneck processes.
Design Engineer
DENSO Manufacturing
Osceola
09.2015 - 03.2019
- Prepared and presented design proposals, including detailed drawings and specifications, to stakeholders
- Analyzed product designs for manufacturability, cost optimization and performance requirements.
- Developed and tested prototypes of mechanical components utilizing CAD software.
- Employed root cause analysis techniques to solve design-related issues and implement corrective actions.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Mirion Technologies
Smyrna
07.2014 - 09.2015
- Successfully executed mechanical enclosure designs for radiation devices
- Accurately calculated power requirements for radiation detection devices
- Created efficient electrical cabinet layouts
- Created and executed DOE test procedures and functions
- Generated accurate and detailed mechanical drawings adhering to GD&T standards
Product Design Engineer/Engineer Supervisor
Ox Bodies
Fayette
05.2012 - 07.2014
- Ensured accuracy of CAD models by integrating updates communicated through the ECR system.
- Created 3D models of components to ensure optimal performance, cost effectiveness and manufacturability
- Managed the workload of two entry-level engineers
- Collaborated with other departments such as engineering, marketing, manufacturing and sales to coordinate the development process.
- Developed detailed drawings and schematics for use by production teams in the fabrication of components.
- Provided technical support during pre-production trials to ensure successful outcomes.
Education
Master Molder I Certification
RJG Inc.
Woodstock, Georgia08.2019
M.S - Engineering Management
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, Arkansas05.2019
B.S - Mechanical Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, Georgia08.2011
Skills
- SolidWorks -CSWP
- Six Sigma Methodologies -Green Belt Certification
- AutoCAD
- Autodesk Inventor
- Machine prototyping/modeling
- Microsoft Office
- Project Management
- Additive Manufacturing
Timeline
Industrial Engineer- Launch Team
Geiger Automotive
08.2025 - Current
Process Engineer
BEKO Technologies
06.2022 - 06.2023
Engineer Project Manager
MASTERACK
01.2021 - 06.2022
Process Engineer
DENSO Manufacturing
03.2019 - 01.2021
Design Engineer
DENSO Manufacturing
09.2015 - 03.2019
Mechanical Design Engineer
Mirion Technologies
07.2014 - 09.2015
Product Design Engineer/Engineer Supervisor
Ox Bodies
05.2012 - 07.2014
Master Molder I Certification
RJG Inc.
M.S - Engineering Management
Arkansas State University
B.S - Mechanical Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology