Steven Mc Farland
About Steven Mc Farland
Steven McFarland is a Principal Mechanical Engineer at NI Test & Measurement at Emerson in Austin, Texas, with extensive experience in mechanical engineering and CAD design.
Current Position at NI (National Instruments)
Steven McFarland is currently a Principal Mechanical Engineer at NI Test & Measurement at Emerson in Austin, Texas. In addition to his role as a Principal Mechanical Engineer, he is also the MCAD Development Lead at NI. His responsibilities include leading mechanical computer-aided design (MCAD) initiatives and ensuring the quality and efficiency of design processes.
Previous Roles at NI (National Instruments)
Steven McFarland has an extensive career at NI (National Instruments) spanning multiple roles. From 2017 to 2022, he served as a Senior Mechanical Engineer. Prior to that, he was a Staff Mechanical Engineer from 2014 to 2017 and a Mechanical Engineer from 2011 to 2014. His long-standing tenure at NI highlights his deep expertise in mechanical engineering and his contributions to various projects and initiatives.
Work Experience Outside NI
Steven McFarland has diverse experience outside of NI. From 2017 to 2019, he worked as a General Contractor & Project Manager at UBuildIt in Leander, Texas. Other notable roles include being a Team Leader and Financial Officer for the BYU Capstone Project at Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing West, an Engineering Intern at Dresser, Inc., a Personal Trainer at Elevate Fitness & Rehabilitation, an Official Representative for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a Door Manufacturer at McFarland Door Manufacturing Co. Inc., and an Engineering Apprentice at Anderson Engineering and Surveying Inc.
Educational Background
Steven McFarland studied at Brigham Young University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from 2004 to 2011. His academic background laid the foundation for his extensive career in mechanical engineering, providing him with the technical skills and knowledge necessary to excel in his professional roles.
Technical Expertise
Steven McFarland possesses a wide range of technical skills. He is proficient in detailed CAD design, enabling the creation and modification of existing assemblies and variant designs. His expertise includes mechanical PCB/CCA layout, ECAD communication, enclosure/chassis design, die casting, injection molding, and sheet metal design. Additionally, he is skilled in thermal analysis, HALT testing, shock and vibration testing, and detailed engineering drawings for new parts and product assemblies. His experience also encompasses FPA/FAI, tolerance analysis, and model rendering using Keyshot.