James Waldo
About James Waldo
James Waldo is an Aftermarket Repairs Design Engineer at QuEST Global in East Hartford, Connecticut, with a background in mechanical engineering and experience in quality engineering, CNC machining, and aerospace tooling design.
Title and Current Position
James Waldo is currently serving as an Aftermarket Repairs Design Engineer at QuEST Global, located in East Hartford, Connecticut. In this role, he specializes in the design of aftermarket tooling for Pratt & Whitney military jet engines, utilizing NX-9 as his primary 3D modeling package.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current position, James Waldo has held several roles in engineering environments. In 2015, he worked as a Quality Engineering Intern at Smith & Wesson for two months in the Springfield, Massachusetts area. Earlier, in 2014, he spent three months as a CNC Machinist at Max Bar Tool Company in Waterbury, Connecticut.
Education and Expertise
James Waldo earned his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where he studied from 2012 to 2016. His education provided a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, and he applied these skills to his senior project, which involved designing and manufacturing a formula race car to compete in the 2016 Formula SAE competition in Michigan.
Professional Affiliations and Interests
James Waldo is a licensed glider pilot with a strong interest in the aerospace industry. Additionally, he has been an active member of the Society of Automotive Engineers for several years. His professional interests extend to strategic business practices, where he has written about the importance of agility and quick adaptability during challenging times.
Strategic Business Insights
James Waldo emphasizes the need for mental agility, cross-functional leadership, and empathy in client relationships, particularly during financial downturns. He has experience enabling large workforces to transition to remote work efficiently and has played a role in strategic business realignments aimed at better serving customer priorities.