Kevin Howe
About Kevin Howe
Kevin Howe is a Tech Systems Designer at BLUE ORIGIN with over 30 years of experience in engineering technology, specializing in the design and manufacturing of off-road mobile construction and mining equipment.
Current Role at Blue Origin
Kevin Howe is currently serving as a Tech Systems Designer at Blue Origin since 2021. His role involves working remotely from Illinois, United States. At Blue Origin, he focuses on designing technology systems pertinent to aerospace advancements, contributing his extensive background in mechanical and electrical systems design to the company's innovative projects.
Previous Experience at Kress Corporation
Prior to his current position, Kevin Howe worked at Kress Corporation as a Design Engineer specializing in Electrical Integration from 2020 to 2021. During his tenure, he was responsible for integrating electrical systems into the company's heavy mobile equipment, bringing his considerable expertise in wiring harness design and 3D routing to enhance the functionality and reliability of their products.
Engineering Roles at Caterpillar Inc.
Kevin Howe has had multiple roles at Caterpillar Inc., accumulating significant experience over several years. From 2018 to 2020, he served as a Design Engineer, followed by roles from 2003 to 2009 and 1988 to 1993. His responsibilities included mechanical design for structural steel, sheet metal fabrications, welded assemblies, and the intricate design of hydraulic and electrical systems. His contributions were pivotal in new product development and prototype builds.
Experience at Progress Rail and CNH Industrial
Kevin Howe also worked at Progress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, from 2010 to 2013 as a Design Engineer. He was based in Peoria, Illinois, focusing on design projects related to railway systems. Additionally, he spent six years at CNH Industrial from 1997 to 2003 in Burlington, Iowa, where he specialized in the mechanical and hydraulic design of machinery used in construction and agriculture.
Educational Background in Drafting and Design
Kevin Howe's educational foundation includes a Certificate in Computer Aided Drafting from BlackHawk College, earned in 1988, and an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Machine Design and Drafting from Carl Sandburg College, completed in 1985. These qualifications provided him with the technical skills necessary for his roles in mechanical and electrical design, contributing to his expertise in the creation and integration of complex machinery systems.