About Me
My name is Dante Mannello, I am a mechanical engineer who enjoys design-focused work and the challenge of taking projects from early R&D through validation and into real, deployable products. I’m particularly motivated by solving complex, system-level problems where thoughtful engineering, iteration, and cross-functional collaboration can lead to durable, long-term solutions.
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My experience includes mechanical design, system integration, validation, and low- to medium-volume production across automotive and customer-facing applications. I am also highly comfortable in the prototyping phase of development, with hands-on experience across multiple 3D printing methods and a strong understanding of the tradeoffs, advantages, and limitations of each. In addition to hands-on engineering, I enjoy the project ownership and project management side of development—coordinating across teams, managing constraints, and building strong working relationships throughout a project’s lifecycle.
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In my next role, I’m looking to continue growing as an engineer in a design-oriented environment while taking on increased responsibility, including mentoring or leading junior engineers. Outside of work, I enjoy baseball, spending time outdoors, cooking, and traveling to learn from different cultural perspectives.
Engineering Projects:
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Engineering Capabilities
Mechanical & Product Design:
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End-to-end product development (R&D → prototyping → production)
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Electromechanical system and enclosure design
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DFMA, tolerance analysis, and cost-driven design
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Thermal design and heat dissipation
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Gasket and sealing design (IP-rated systems)
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Risk assessment and mitigation (DFMEA)
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Systems & Integration:
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System-level ownership across mechanical, fluid, and electrical domains
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Integration of sensors, electronics, motion systems, and fluid paths
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Gas and fluid systems (flow control, back pressure mitigation)
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Motion control systems (linear actuators, limit switches)
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Electrical integration support (wiring diagrams, power considerations
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Prototyping & Manufacturing:
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Rapid prototyping and iterative development
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Additive manufacturing: MJF, SLS, FDM, SLA
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CNC machining and low-volume production
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Aluminum extrusion–based designs
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Supplier engagement and manufacturing handoff
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Scaling designs to 1,000–10,000+ unit production
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Testing & Validation:
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Thermal testing and instrumentation
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Flow testing and system validation
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Environmental and performance testing
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Design of Experiments (DOE)
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Root cause analysis and corrective actions
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Tools:
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CAD: Onshape
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Prototyping: MJF, SLS, FDM, SLA 3D printing
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Testing: Mass flow meters, temperature controllers, chemistry instrumentation
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Documentation: PowerPoint (technical documentation, wiring diagrams)
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Certifications:
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Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA)
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Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
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Leadership & Collaboration:
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Technical project leadership and system ownership
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Cross-functional collaboration
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Mentoring and team support
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Adaptable to shifting priorities
