Development and delivery of automated manufacturing projects for automated manufacturing production lineso System design/configuration for engineering projects Requirements development/review Functional Design specification Hardware selection Software development Updates and/or reconfiguration of plant communication networks Development and/or modification of electrical wiring and panel drawings using AutoCAD package Electrical contractor bid package preparation, contracting and oversight of on-site installationso Budget (time/cost) development for engineering projectso Meetings and technical consultations with equipment vendors for new projects, upgrades to existing installations and troubleshooting issueso In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, procedures, safety requirements o Maintained presence at manufacturing facilities for customer meetings, technical reviews, engineering support and project planning/executiono Interfacing control networks with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)o Production line technical studies and analyses; reports and proposals of improvement projects

Independent Business and Technical Optimization consultant, whose most recently completed project involved an electrical system analysis and audit for a leading fast food manufacturing company in Jamaica. Work products included as-built single-line electrical diagrams (AutoCAD) and load analyses. Current projects involve manufacturing process improvement and related business case development. I am also a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Kansas.

Primary responsibility for production equipment and facility uptime, operational optimization and equipment maintenance program. Manage team of Maintenance Technicians and support staff. Implemented digitization of operations (data collection and decision-making software), with labor use rationalization and process documentationInstituted standard practice of recording of all work performed (HACCP compliance)Established data-driven preventative and predictive maintenance programDeveloped and implemented updated Engineering/Maintenance department policies and procedures (ISO 9001) towards HACCP compliance and GMP commitmentsStrategy development/execution for increased efficiency, customer service improvements and waste reduction Maintained production equipment availability above Balanced Score Card targets

(1) Development of electronic hardware and software for testing railroad signaling and communication products(2) Product development planning: - Scoping, resource allocation, schedule and budget - Coordination of development efforts with Engineering, Supply Chain, external manufacturers and vendors - Project management(3) System-level planning and design engineering - Design and validation work - Design of electronic circuits (Mentor Graphics – PADS) and printed circuit boards (PCBs) - Embedded software design and validation - Design review organization and facilitation(4) Generation of design documentation and end-user documentation(5) Continuous improvements of process and procedures

Managed electronic hardware/software development projects to factory test railroad signaling/communication products. Strategic planning, project planning and management, project budgets, as well as timely field service support to customers. Developed, documented and managed Production Test Development process Developed Technical requirements, designed electronic circuits and embedded softwarePerformed technical evaluations of product offerings and provided consulting services Prepared and delivered technical presentations to varied interest groups Executed on Variable Cost Productivity (VCP) improvements worth US$80,000 in 2010Coordinated cross-functional project teams - Engineering, Supply Chain, contractors and vendors

Four six-month technical position rotations to develop technical expertiseLocomotive Engine Group - data analysis with Excel, laboratory tests and software changes for fuel efficiency improvements ($10MM)- root cause analysis on 16-cylinder engine firing pressuresLocomotive Control Systems - Matlab/Simulink software development and on-locomotive validationTrip Optimizer Program - system safety analysis- software, field and track test supportGlobal Signaling - Variable Cost Productivity (VCP, 'cost-out') projects

Four six-month technical position rotations to develop technical expertise in Locomotive SystemsPerformed laboratory testing and data analysis for improved diesel engine fuel efficiency Developed state machines in MatLab/Simulink for motor control softwareCompleted GE Transportation Advanced Courses in Engineering (A-Course/B-Course)

Planning and execution of installation, maintenance and repair of electrical and instrumentation equipment in alumina processing plantPreparation and presentation of failure, repair and maintenance reports

Installation/maintenance/repair of electrical and instrumentation equipment in alumina plantFDR Pebbles Resort; Led maintenance team in completion of resort support infrastructure (electrical, water)

Managed facilities team responsible for installation, repair and regular maintenance of hotel equipmentCompletion of resort support infrastructure (electrical, water treatment, plumbing) for opening

Technical consulting and sales of welding plants and other industrial equipment