Donald Howard
About Donald Howard
Donald Howard is a Mechanical Design Engineer at QuEST Global in Cincinnati, Ohio, with over 28 years of experience in various CAD software across aerospace, locomotive, and automotive industries.
Company
Donald Howard is currently working as a Mechanical Design Engineer at QuEST Global based in Cincinnati, Ohio. QuEST Global is known for providing a wide range of engineering services that cater to industries such as aerospace, automotive, and energy. Donald’s role involves applying his extensive expertise in CAD software and mechanical design to support the company's projects.
Past Work Experience
Donald Howard's career includes several notable positions at various companies. He worked as a Mechanical Designer at The Armor Group for three months in 2015. He then joined GE Aviation tdi in Dayton, Ohio, where he continued as a Mechanical Designer from 2015 to 2016. Prior to that, he was a Mechanical Designer at Fives Cincinnati from 2014 to 2015, and at CDI Aerospace from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, he has held positions at Henny Penny and is currently involved with Sk5 Mobile Services as an investing member.
Education and Expertise
Donald Howard studied at Southern Ohio College, where he earned two Associate's degrees: one in Computer-Aided Design, and another in CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician. His education laid the foundation for his over 28 years of expertise in multiple CAD software applications across the aerospace, locomotive, and automotive industries. He possesses deep knowledge in Parametric Modeling, Sheet Metal, Instrumentation, and cables/harnesses manipulation and routing.
Background in Engineering
With a career spanning over several decades, Donald Howard has accumulated a wealth of experience in mechanical design and engineering. His skills include a strong understanding of dimensioning, tolerances, and intermediate engineering principles. His background also involves marketing, purchasing, estimations, and sales. Additionally, he is proficient in Microsoft Office tools such as Excel and PowerPoint.
Artistic Pursuits
Besides his engineering career, Donald Howard is also an artist and illustrator currently working with Winding Oak Art in the Cincinnati Area. His artistic endeavors highlight his versatility and creative talents, adding another dimension to his professional profile.