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Apex, Nc, Us

Gråsten, Southern Denmark, Dk

Assemble multiple Hardware-In-the-Loop (HIL) systems for virtual Medium Voltage (MV) simulation system from Engineer's drawings, specs, and Excel charts. This included managing outsourced special builds of Engineering circuit boards for specialized applications.Convert an OpAmp buffer circuit protoboard and hand-drawn schematics into a finished PCB using KiCad for both the schematic entry and error-free PCB layout including board assembly and test.Constructed prototype control boxes for MV application testing from Engineering schematics. Constructed and installed large gauge (19mm+) wire connections of up to 25 feet in length for MV test systems load interface. Coordinate efforts to bring 3 'Cincinnati Sub Zero' (CZS) brand Environmental chambers online with remote control interface over ethernet for HALT and other environmental stress testing.Circuit-level Testing of an MV Driver monitoring and control circuit board for MV drives using Engineer's notes and then generating an official Production-level Test Specification based on the notes and the test experience insights. Evaluate and implement AirFloat Application (large/heavy MV Drive rack factory floor manipulation) providing successful debug and correction recommendations. Performing periodical Maximo-based maintenance checks on Motor Lubrication, fire suppression, Environmental Chambers, and lift tools. Calibration cycle coordination (non-Maximo) and monitoring for Electrical Lab tools. Participate in division ISO-9001 efforts as a calibration specialist. Circuit board rework for prototype and production boards. Lead and Lead-free soldering techniques training for THT, SMD, and other non-BGA.Perform gerber stacks comparison for PADS-to-Cadence translated boards using PADS and Cadence Allegro/NordCad tools for schematic and PCB corrective modifications.Maintaining Electrical Lab stocks and bench tools' maintenance. Use of Windows Office Tools Suite to produce required manuscripts.

Durham, Nc, Us

Testing, documenting/writing tests and troubleshooting analog power drivers for LED illumination systems..Perform as interface for UL testing. Assigned as Lead Technician for Suspended and Surface (lighting) group. Coordination of and execution of Environmental Tests, EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) tests, Power Cycle Tests, ATE (Automated Test Equipment) testing, troubleshooting product compliance or operational issues. Create wiring schematic for light fixture showing wiring and components.

DuPont Electronics division has hired me to help assist with testing and diagnostics of thermal transfer in new polyimide, ceramic and organic materials with potential applications in the electronics industry. Experience with circuit board development using etching, laminate press, Riston photo-resist applicator, double-sided UV exposure machine, photo-resist wash conveyor, etching wash conveyor and similar PCB development equipment. Also using Thermal Shock, Thermal Cycling and Thermal Aging chambers for testing industry thermal greases, tapes and other materials to determine limits of the materials. Excel, MSWord, PowerPoint and other Microsoft programs to write reports and present findings.Programming a JC Systems 620 Controller in a BLUE M W109 Thermal Shock chamber with Liquid Nitrogen cooling. Adapted at photo workbench for sample photographs using a Sony Cyber-Shot camera. Invention of new thermal resistance testing technique using medallion/coin size test coupons.

Raleigh, North Carolina, Us

Test wireless gas and water meters that use basic cell phone technology interface and perform root cause analysis of failures down to component or firmware level. Responsible for managing thermal burn-in cycles in Thermotron Environmental Chambers; Preparing units for burn-in cycling; testing units after designated burn-in periods for functionality; troubleshooting failures for root cause; working with RF and Firmware engineers to diagnose RF failures and operational errors; propose circuit board corrections for future improvements; oversee water and gas module tests for stress endurance and count accuracy. Presented information for correction in PCB solder stencil that was incorporated. Sent onsite to a contract manufacturer (KeyTronics in Corinth, Mississippi) as an empowered representative of Elster to implement a special, extreme environment screening test process for a first run product, which was a successful trip and accomplished all goals.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Technician Assigned to perform diagnostic tests for wireless meter anomaly debug using, Fluke 189 DVM, Hewlett Packard 8591E Spectrum Analyzer, Hakio FM-203 Multi-unit soldering station (single and double tip), LUXO 150W Fiber Optic Illuminator and Leica magnifying scope, Tektronix MSO4034 Mixed Signal Oscilloscope, Thermotron S-L2-3800 Programmable Environmental Chamber, ERSA P155A Surface Mount Components Soldering/Desoldering Station and shop tools. Depotted wireless units and then enter test results and photographs into an Excel spreadsheet. Maintain an environmental chamber operation for forcing failures over a wide temperature range while using a data logger to detect and record failure events. Contributed as lead technician to problem resolution of reed switch failure, hall effect switch erratic operation and surface mount ceramic capacitor fracturing through root cause analysis procedures. Reports directly to the Project Manager.Promoted to Senior Electronics Technician on this project. Responsible for managing thermal burn in cycles in Thermotron Environmental Chambers; Testing units after designated periods for functionality; troubleshooting failures for root cause; working with RF and Firmware engineers to diagnose RF failures and operational errors; propose circuit board corrections for future improvements.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Engineering Technician Assigned to build, program and test a specialized wireless interface “chatterbox” using lab tools, laptop programming system, shop tools, soldering iron and small drill press. Reported directly to Senior Engineer and Engineering Manager

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Assigned to perform diagnostic tests for wireless meter anomaly debug using digital VOM, Weller soldering station, Tektronix oscilloscope and shop tools to open potted wireless units and then record test results and photographs into an Excel spreadsheet. Reported directly to the department head.

Leveraged leadership experience to direct a drive team using instructions received during verbal and hands-on training. Charged agent responsible for erecting mobile mini cell tower, then driving rental vehicles with receiving equipment for recording signal propagation within a prescribed radius. Sites were areas in VA, NC, SC and TX requiring constant coordination for overnight stays and expenses. Locations found using Latitude/Longitude coordinates and Microsoft Streets and Trips or other GPS based system. Responsible for correct antenna setup, thorough coverage recording, and then packaging and sending data to responsible engineer.

Executive management of a startup franchise for environmental disaster cleanup. Directed the successful launch and operation of a mitigation franchise during a down economy. Spearheaded all operations for a region spanning 2 counties with a population of 110K. Converted a 13Ksf textile facility on 2 acres into a suitable storage facility for company equipment valued at $150K+; established a sales office at retail office front location. Created and executed marketing and sales campaigns. Coordinated tradeshow exhibits and promotional purchases. Accountable for all executive, administrative, and accounting functions including recruiting, training, customer billing, payroll, and accounting.Won an award for achieving the largest regional growth rate in 2008 (110%)Recruited and trained 7 production technicians and promoted 1 to Crew Chief

Specify components, draw schematics, debug and test X86-based Pentium Class processor boards for embedded systems. Experience in full computer "desktop" chipsets with PCI, PCI-X, IDE, SATA, VME and Compact PCI interfaces. Knowledge in video, audio, memory interface, CPU interface, NorthBridge and Southbridge technologies and their ascensions. Work with advanced gigahertz oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, eye pattern analyzers (100baseT ethernet), emulator, solder equipment. Interface with mechanical designers and manufacturers for prototype and production metalwork. Interface with manufacturing for prototype builds and production setup. Interface with Test Engineering for FCC and thermal testing.

Achieved on-time product release of a high-speed embedded computer with a 6 month design cycle that resulted in winning a multi-million dollar contract with GE Control Systems and Power Electronics Manufacturing.Re-engineered several peripheral embedded circuit cards for a conduction cooled application. Redesigned the circuit board to add core metal for conduction cooled environmentExtended the useful life of existing products by modifying the design to replace obsolete components.Perform Environmental Chamber “four corners” tests on new designs. Agent for test interface at FCC, UL and vibration testing sites. Constructed step-by-step test documents for manufacturing use with new products.Work with Oscilloscopes, VOM, Environmental Chambers, soldering tools

Chemistry, English, Programming

Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Aas, Electrical And Electronics Engineering

Aasee, Electonics Design

Undergraduate, Performance Arts And Composition