Joey Watermeyer
Design Engineer · SRAM Corporation
San Luis Obispo, CA
Work Experience
Design Engineer
SRAM Corporation2022 – Present
Manage multiple carbon crankset design projects from concept through production. Balance requests from product managers, project managers, and factory engineers to ensure the project is exceeding all customer requirements. Utilize CAD, FEA, and hands-on prototyping to produce on-time deliverables. Design injection-molded part molds for in-house prototyping and design refinement, reducing tool revisions in the Taiwan factory when production tooling opens. Independently spearhead diverse responsibilities, including 3D-printing custom fixtures and jigs, conducting data analysis, applying A3 problem-solving methodologies, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency. President, Community Committee – Manage a $20k annual budget to organize impactful events that foster a positive workplace culture and strengthen team cohesion. Educate, engage, and inspire customers at large bike expos at the SRAM booth. Collaborate with factory engineers daily, and travel to SRAM Taiwan factories multiple times per year.
Education
BS Mechanical Engineer, Focus in Composites and Materials
University of WashingtonProjects
RED AXS Crankset
https://www.sram.com/en/sram/models/fc-red-d1Helped design and develop the crankarm
