Hi, I'm Samuel Honeycutt!
Mechanical Design & Engineering Technology
Technical Skills
CAD/Design
NIC/KTEC (2022-2026)
SolidWorks (CSWP) — parts, assemblies, drawings, static simulation/FEA, sheet metal, weldments, surfacing; GD&T; engineering print-making
Manufacturing
NIC/KTEC (2022-2026)
CNC mill & lathe operation (±0.001" tolerances); manual machining; G-code; CAM software; 3D printing (FDM); precision measurement tools
Tools & Methods
NIC/KTEC (2022-2026)
Microsoft Office; Gantt chart scheduling; Six Sigma White Belt
Education
A.A.S., Mechanical Design & Engineering Technology
North Idaho College — Coeur d’Alene, ID - Graduation May 2026
NIC's Mechanical Design & Engineering Technology program emphasizes CAD-based design and manufacturing, with machining or math emphasis tracks. Offered as Intermediate/Advanced Technical Certificates or an AAS degree at the Parker Technical Education Center in Rathdrum, with some credits transferable to four-year schools.
Automated Manufacturing Certificate
Kootenai Technical Education Campus (KTEC) - Graduation May 2024
KTEC's Automated Manufacturing program introduces high school juniors and seniors to production processes used to create everyday goods. Students take raw materials and complete hands-on projects using both manual machinery and CNC equipment, gaining practical skills for manufacturing careers.
High School Diploma
Home Schooled - Completed May 2022
Curriculum tailored to individual interests and strengths, homeschooling allowed for focused environments, real-world learning opportunities, and one-on-one attention. Finished 2 years ahead of pace.
Work Experience
CNC Machine Operator
Ragged Ridge Machining 2025
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Operated CNC milling and turning equipment; held tolerances to ±0.001" on production parts
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Read and interpreted engineering drawings and G-code programs to set up and run jobs
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Maintained quality standards using calipers, micrometers, and other precision measurement tools
Machining Lab — Student Technician
KTEC & NIC (2022-2026)
Trained in manual and CNC machine operation, setups, G-code programming, and CAM software
Owner / Operator
Self-Employed Lawn Care & Landscaping add dates
Managed client scheduling, job estimates, and billing for a recurring residential customer
Design Projects
Ant-Class Battlebot
NIC Spring 2025
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Designed a wedge-style combat robot to fit within a 6×6×6-inch envelope in SolidWorks
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Applied GD&T to control assembly clearances; engineered LEGO-compatible tolerances for modular config
Adjustable Guitar Pedalboard
NIC Spring 2026
– Designed a 62-component vise-style modular pedalboard, predominantly 3D-printed
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Performed SolidWorks static simulation to validate structural integrity under pedal clamping loads
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Managed timeline with a Gantt chart to meet design review and fabrication milestones
Media
Photos, Projects, and Videos
Contact
Send me a message
Address
403 W 14th Ave. Post Falls, ID 83854
Phone No
(208) 661-7141
samjcutt@gmail.com
Website
www.samjcutt.com