Christopher G Minns Email & Phone Number

Austin, TX, US

Round Rock, Texas, US

I was responsible for design through production of motor and VFD testing stations on the production line.

Round Rock, TX, US

I joined a newly formed test group as the lead test engineer for the 4 wheel platform. I developed our team from infancy to have collaborative yet independent roles. Starting with a clean slate, I sourced data acquisition equipment, tools, sensors and organized our facility. I was an integral part of designing and executing tests across entire range of.

Maumee, Ohio, US

• As part of a small team of test engineers and technicians, I operated, maintained and improved the test lab. The facility was newly constructed and I helped bring the lab to full functionality. This included installing.
• Design test plans and requirements with product engineers; create and document test set up, implement and execute tests; review test data and provide recommendations.
• Maintain and upgrade test stand sensors, equipment and safeties
• Increase productivity, organization and cleanliness by managing 5S program throughout the facility.

• Tested functionality of production and pre-production skid steer loaders. Set up and conducted tests, including lifting capacity, sound level, cold start and structural strain. Prepared tests by calibrating and.
• Involved with restructuring the test lab with 5S program to be efficient. Redesigned testing and shop areas to significantly improve work flow and reduce waste. Work areas obtained high scores for efficiency, order.

Livonia, MI, US

• Under supervision of a senior engineer, I performed validation testing of a pre-production engine on dynamometer test stands. Various tests included thermal cycling durability, high stress test, knock mapping, peak.
• Conducted dynamometer testing to map engine performance, aid in heat management, and validate durability
• Calibrated various features of multiple vehicles on road and track for different fuels—compressed natural gas, diesel, and gasoline
• Performed emissions tests on chassis rolls with and without simulated faults for federal and CARB compliance at Ford Motor Company