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Felton, Ca, Us

Felton, Ca, Us

Milpitas, California, Us

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Strategically developed automated and manual tooling for manufacturing and R&D initiatives including testing and assembly processes. Introduced visual inspection systems, new testing protocols, and solid model files in the SolidWorks PDM system.• Streamlined the automated tooling processes and systems that supported R&D initiatives for the production process.• Drafted and supervised the release of test protocols that supported product V&V testing initiatives/programs.• Proactively identified and corrected errors in the solid model files located in the organization's SolidWorks PDM system.

Union City, Ca, Us

Collaboratively led the design and implementation of control systems that supported automated manufacturing and testing requirements. Focused heavily on control software and machine vision systems for production.• Maximized the efficiency of several systems of various complexity utilizing Allen-Bradley CompactLogic Controllers, HMIs, Adept/Fanuc Robot systems, machine vision systems, and stepper/servo motor controllers.• Leveraged C++, C#, and Visual Basic during the design of innovative processing software for machine vision systems.• Trained, mentored, and coached junior Engineers on best practices for the design of complex PLC software systems.

Championed all aspects of process and tool development for the components of an automated line that efficiently and precisely manufactured large-scale photovoltaic cells.• Deployed customized electronics and software for the precision removal of electrical shunts from delicate solar panels.• Implemented software for the synchronized control of multi-axis tool positioning systems that relied on Yaskawa controllers.• Introduced automation test and simulation applications with Visual Basic. Improved the output of newly designed tools.

Tempe, Arizona, Us

Actively participated as part of a small team that designed automated manufacturing tools for the hard disk drive industry. Orchestrated complex design and development requirements for production processing.• Launched a Microsoft Windows-based software that efficiently controlled the automated magnetic disk servo-track writer.• Constructed algorithm and programs for Complex Programmable Logic Devices. Improved speed, quality, and reliability.• Designed high-precision assembly tooling utilizing SolidWorks software. Decreased turnaround time for new designs.