Edward R. McDowell
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aceihw@r.postjobfree.com Cell 774-***-****
. Skill Profile:
. Over 25 years in all phases of electromechanical work
. Use basic test instruments and hand tools
. Research and Development prototype work
. Read wiring diagrams, assembly drawings and schematics
. IPC Specialist
. Lead small production teams in various work environments
. Wire complex electrical equipment including panels, enclosures and
chassis
. Cable making, wire harnessing & soldering PC boards
Professional Experience:
Digilab, Inc. Holliston, MA, Senior Assembly Technician - 2007 - 2010
. Assisted in the design, building and testing of machines which
analyzed DNA and protein imaging. My duties included point to point
wiring and creating premade wire harnesses.
Micro Optical Corp - Norwood, MA, Engineering Technician - 2004 - 2006
. Worked in the R&D and production department. Was instrumental in
the design and development of a personal viewing device involving
surface mount soldering, wiring and mechanical assembly.
. As 2nd shift supervisor I supervised 4 individuals.
Latran Technologies (LLC), Bedford MA Engineering Technician - 1999 - 2004:
. Tested, repaired and qualified digital halftone color proofing
machines. Organized test data utilizing charts and excel
spreadsheets to record mechanical and electrical defects in the
equipment. Assisted in customer service. Cleaned and aligned
optical lenses for lasers.
Qinetiq North America Waltham, MA- Electrical Technician 3 -Feb 2010 - June
2014
. I worked in the Technical Solutions Group and continued to use my
skills
and experience in upgrading various unmanned robotic systems
for military and
commercial use.
Accomplishments : While I was working there I was appointed to Laboratory
Manager. Some of
my duties included cleaning and
organizing the electrical laboratory, supplying
soldering wiring and crimping tools and
increasing storage space and work areas.
In addition I had ESD static mats
installed and established an MSDS log for the
department.
. Received Soldering Certification in IPC-A-610(J-STD-001)
. Received IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification in Cable Wire and Harness
Assemblies
Education George Brown College: Received Electronics Certificate Program-on
line course