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Tempe, Arizona, United States

-Lab Engineer that oversees test stand operation and ensures equipment meets calibration standards for production-Troubleshoot and analyze test failures and recommend solutions that are time sensitive and efficient-Procure load cells and test instrumentation according to test guidelines and ATPs-Work with other teams and departments to expedite the repair and overhaul process and minimize AOG situations-Utilize on-site machine shop and electronics test lab for solutions-Communicate with sister Honeywell plants for critical resolution to source instrumentation to minimize lead time and improve throughput for production cells

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

-Troubleshooted electrical symptoms on new, production level vehicles-Utilized Toyota Techstream, Honda HDS and Chrysler Witech scan tools for vehicle diagnosis and repair-Disassembled and reinstalled vehicle interior trim pieces, doors, bumpers and other components -Soldered, spliced and insulated electrical connections in vehicle wiring harnesses, airbag circuits and other body control modules

Plymouth, Michigan

•OE Brake development role supporting Ford, GM, FCA, and Tesla activities•Created test requests to run dynamometer and vehicle tests to support customer program needs•Ran feasibility review and APQP meetings with plant manager to assist the prototype lab to troubleshoot and identify potential failure modes in brake pad development•Managed and developed tests for analysis of electric vehicles to study effects of regenerative braking on brake pad wear and life•Submitted engineering orders for brake pad creation to plant prototype lab to ensure they were pressed according to design criteria required

Wittmann, Az

•Project Manager/Test Engineering role overseeing multiple tests simultaneously while satisfying needs for customers based on results gathered during real world durability and performance brake testing applications•Performed vehicle testing to the certification standards of FMVSS and other government standards •Processed and analyzed brake test durability data on a daily basis to ensure requirements were being met•Notified customers in the event brake noise and temperature data gathered were below/above normal operating thresholds during durability tests to safeguard against malfunctioning equipment •Adapted changes to Excel templates to continuously improve data accuracy and consistency•Scheduled, communicated and submitted daily data emails to customers tracking the status of their durability tests and implementing changes necessary•Formulated and presented final engineering test reports once testing was completed•Invoiced and tracked cost of durability tests from beginning to end to ensure they were performed within budget and as efficiently as possible•Participated in 5D and 8D CA/PA activities whenever an opportunity for improvement in the engineering process was seen as beneficial towards future projects•Traveled cross country to meet with customers at durability routes to ensure testing guidelines were successfully adapted•Troubleshooted and provided different route directions based upon traffic conditions during the time of day and needs dictated by customer

Phoenix, Arizona

•Project Engineer overseeing Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Testing •Collaborated with the Department of Energy and Idaho National Laboratory on different projects•Instrumented vehicles with Isaac data loggers to gather CAN information real time, as the vehicle was out on the route•Learned valuable electrical engineering techniques and processes while on the job such as creating wiring harnesses, splicing into and adding fuseable links to existing harnesses, how to de-pin various connectors located inside vehicles•Troubleshooted different vehicle sensors to ensure they were effectively communicating with the data logger and gathering valid data•Tested new to market hybrid, electric, diesel and CNG vehicles for government programs•Assisted and gave feedback for prototype electric vehicle projects ran by senior engineers•Familiar with SAE J1772 Electric Vehicle Charging Standards for vehicle connectivity•Assisted Blink Electrical Engineers on projects requiring vehicle integration with Electric Vehicle Support Equipment (EVSE)•Used a variety of different EVSE chargers supplied by manufacturers in order to troubleshoot any symptoms they were experiencing while in the field•Collaboratively worked with other engineers on projects whenever obstacles were experienced and brainstormed ideas for solutions to the problems

Phoenix, Arizona

•Assisted Design and Process engineers develop high end golf equipment.•Worked with the Engineering Manager on projects requiring approval by all departments•Created and figured out solutions to everyday problems encountered during the production manufacturing process of golf clubs•Aided on site chemical engineers to formulate epoxy resins for golf club head attachment that would endure temperature and environmental extremes with a greater success rate•Brainstormed ideas for prototype golf equipment based on the needs of the consumer with the other interns and senior engineers•Utilized the machine shop's expertise whenever a project required exacting tolerance•Worked with the other interns in a team if a project required more manpower and relied on their strengths to effectively create and communicate solutions to the engineering manager and senior engineers•Communicated with people from all different backgrounds, ages and intellects and learned many different character traits people possess•Focused on lean production manufacturing techniques to prevent unnecessary waste of product and to dramatically increase the useful life cycle of machinery and tooling•Participated in many facility re-organizational projects that were needed during the transitional period of relocation to a larger building

Gilbert, Arizona

•Removal, replacement and balancing of automotive tires•Learned proper lifting techniques for automotive service hydraulic and pneumatic jacks•Certified to perform RMA flat repairs on automobile tires•Ability to determine early warning failure indicators on tires•Worked in team environments in all types of temperature extremes•Replaced runflat, low profile, off-road, and ATV/Golf cart tires on a daily basis

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering Technology

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering Technology

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