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Chapel Hill, Nc, Us

Chapel Hill, Nc, Us

Woodbury, New York, Us

Gråsten, Southern Denmark, Dk

Researched and worked with vendor to reduce noise in the production area by 10 dB due to tester noise levels. Designed primary and secondary coolant feed system for introduction of second tester to the system. Coordinated with contractors and engineering to commission second tester. Worked with Test Engineering to analyze test data and make changes to test specifications. Completed two Autocad classes through Wake Technical Community College.

Gråsten, Southern Denmark, Dk

Analyzed our shipping schedule to determine daily schedule that included assembling sub-assemblies, wiring circuit boards, testing multiple circuit boards and modules concurrently. That was unless an issue arose along the way that required me to isolate a fault and fix the problem. Performed failure analysis on returned modules.

Dublin, Ireland, Ie

Created assembly work instructions, trained associates in assembly standards and worked with Quality and Design Engineering to mitigate assembly issues for a team of 20 people spanning 2 shifts.• Created 50 assembly work instructions of ~100 pages each for enclosed- Power Distribution Units (e-PDU) utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint® while incorporating internal and external hyperlinks for ease of use.• Designed 4 tier intranet webpage system transitioning from schematics to Microsoft PowerPoint® for e-PDUs.• Coordinated with Product Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Facilities and associates to create 5 templates utilizing Plexiglas and edge guides on ~1000 different units to eliminate Quality complaints of misaligned labels.• Set up Zebra printers with Seagull software to print labels utilizing Codesoft and Bartender on computers that were upgraded from Windows XP to Windows 7 while ensuring all the proper files and software were transferred to the new computer.• Created Standard Work Breakdowns by dissecting AutoCAD wiring diagrams. Manager Comments:• Brian supported prototype builds and helped support pilot production and first time builds.• Brian does a good job making sure his deliverable items are done on-time.• Brian identified a list of safety, quality, and productivity improvements including opportunities to address battery wiring procedures, hardware concerns, torque values, and wiring and assembly methods. • Manager's Assessment (Strengths): Initiative and thoroughness Willing to ask questions and to challenge the status quo Product assembly and functional knowledge• Brian did good work on implementing the Windows 7 PCs for label printers throughout the plant. He was able to get this done for various lines with diverse label printing software and databases.

Dublin, Ireland, Ie

Troubleshot, tested and repaired printed circuit boards (PCBs), modules, single phase units and 3 phase units utilizing test fixtures, schematics, wiring drawings, oscilloscopes, multimeters, AC power supplies and DC power supplies.• Designed and built a battery recharge cabinet for single phase uninterruptible power supplies from scratch utilizing 97% parts from scrap modules and units.• Consolidated PCBs on the inventory management system reducing a Microsoft Access report from 882 lines to 368 lines while rectifying 83 negative bad on hands and 175 positive bad on hands.• Gained knowledge of 9170 - 18kva, 9kva 6 kva and 3 kva units and module test requirements in San Diego, CA and then transferred the operation to Raleigh, NC.• Completed Quality Printed Circuit Board Six Sigma Greenbelt Project which instituted a Quality Board Standard Operating Procedure that was later used as the groundwork for 3 Raleigh area Eaton plant locations.• Completed Quick Disconnect Project that removed exposed wire safety hazard by transitioning from terminal block power wire connections to 60 and 100-amp plug connections that required circuit breaker fuses to be changed to match plug ratings.• Executed Software Relocation Project that transferred chip programming software from ~100 - 3.5" floppy disks to a system network drive which created a more stable environment for the information.Manager Comments:• Has a talent for analyzing the issue, identifying the root problem and putting forth a good, sound solution.• Employee engagement in many different areas and aspects of our business is recognized as a benchmark level participation.• His versatility is extremely helpful to our overall productivity as a department.• He comes up the learning curve very quickly once he is shown something and runs with it.• As a testimony to his helpfulness and experience, Brian has received about two dozen eStars from his teammates for assisting them in some way.

Tested PCBs utilizing automated test towers.• Programmed and modified PCBs.• Repaired PCBs utilizing through hole and surface mount soldering.• Utilized schematics to troubleshoot digital and analog circuits to component level.• Aided in the construction of automated test towers.• Soldered through hole and surface mount components.Manager Comments:• Brian works well with all team members and has gained their confidence by assisting in whatever capacity is required.• He has worked closely with quality and engineering when finding component and design problems.• He works well without direct supervision and will seek work when tasks are completed.

Installed, terminated and tested telephone and CAT5 cable at construction sites and office settings.• Supervised the installation of Flex Tray to support network cabling system under a raised floor.• Worked with blueprints to determine network cable paths in ceilings and workspaces.• Knowledgeable in the use of multimeters, fiber optic testers, Mod-Tap and Fluke Cat5 testers.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Worked on microware systems at fixed and tactical locations and operated a tactical satellite radio in a quick reaction unit.• Troubleshot and repaired units and associated cables for tactical microwave systems.• Possessed top secret special background investigation clearance.

Bachelor’S Degree, Industrial Engineering Technology With Manufacturing Systems Focus

Bachelor’S Degree, Bachelor Of Arts In Psychology

Associate’S Degree, Associates In Arts

Associate’S Degree, Associates In Electronic Engineering