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Designer

Erika Lopez

Education

University of Houston

Master of Science in Industrial Design

Masters studies included a comprehensive curriculum in industrial design, comprising primary and secondary research, real-client product design projects, human factors design, UX design, and the culmination of a Master's thesis involving extensive research and rigorous testing procedures.

Texas A&M University - College Station

Bachelor of Environmental Design | Minor in Architectural Fabrication and Product Design

Major coursework encompassed a diverse range of subjects, including architecture, design principles, sustainable architecture, international study experiences in Italy, client empathy, and the significance of structural elements. Minor studies included the historical aspects of product design, experimentation with Rhino and Grasshopper for product design, as well as an exploration of the patent application process.

Additional Skills

Effective Presentation Techniques

Research & Analysis 

Active Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Understanding and Empathizing with Users and Clients

Strategic Decision-Making

Problem Solving

Program Skills

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, Xd

Rhino/Grasshopper

SketchUp/Podium

Revit

Lumion

Solidworks

KeyShot

Figma

Experience

MD7, Allen, TX

December 2023 - Present

CAD Designer I. Develop construction drawings for EV charging stations, including plans, client/owner information, codes, electrical design, and details. 

Michaels, McKinney, TX

October 2023 - November 2023

Primary responsibilities include assisting customers in purchases/operating the cash register, answering customer questions, and managing the front of the store.

SMA Architects, Allen, TX

May 2019 - August 2019, December 2018 - January 2019, May 2018 - August 2018

CAD draftsman intern. Primary responsibilities included the design of project front desks, the application of textures for various flooring materials in AutoCAD, the creation of interior and exterior elevations in accordance with established standards, refinement of detail drawings, management of drawing production and organization, and markup of drawings received from external offices.

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