Engineering Technician

Ronald A. Webster

***** *. **. **. *** N. Russiaville, Indiana 46979

Cell: 765-***-****, Home: 765-***-****, Email: ***********@***.***

Objective: A challenging position where I can apply over twenty years of solid industry experience in a variety of assignments

Experience:

Adecco Technical,Indianapolis,IN. 2009 to March- 2010

Test Technician-Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies

Perform Engineering Verification Testing (EVT) for New Product Development of Electronic Locking Systems.

Design and Fixture life cycling test set-ups utilizing PLC’s, pneumatics and various input/output devices.

Perform Highly Accelerated Life Testing (HALT) and Environmental studies using temperature, humidity, corrosion and UV weathering tests.Create detailed reports including accurate data and videos.

DELPHI/DELCO ELECTRONICS, Kokomo, IN. ` 1994 to 2009

Lab Owner/Technician

Set-up lab equipment and performed Highly Accelerated Life Testing on various components and devices. Instruments used on a daily basis include Soltec high-speed (1 million data points per second) strain data acquisition systems, Vibration Test Systems, Instron Material testing system, Moiré’ Optical Measurement system and Infra-Red Thermography measurement. Proficient at performing stress/strain and impact testing and measurement. Designed and fabricated various test fixtures. Schedule, maintain and document all lab activities and tests. Handled many product emergencies, including those requiring travel and testing at remote sites.

MALLORY CONTROLS, Frankfort, IN. 1993 to 1994

Electronics Specialist

Responsibilities included troubleshooting, debugging and upgrading software/hardware utilized in automated manufacturing equipment. Performed and verified calibration and preventative maintenance on automated equipment. Interfaced with quality assurance and line personnel to assure integrity of test equipment and product.

DELCO ELECTRONICS, Kokomo, IN. 1992 to 1993

Research and Development Technician

Responsibilities included performing Research and Development Technician duties while providing accurate analysis and reliable documentation as required.

LTX CORPORATION, Kokomo, IN. 1991 to 1992

Field Service Engineer

Duties included installation, upgrade and maintenance of fully integrated mixed signal test systems. Also provided technical support for customers involved with hardware and software issues.

FEDERAL MOGUL CORPORATION, Logansport, IN. 1990 to 1991

Quality Control Lab Supervisor

Performed engineering tests on electronic automotive controls. Provided sound judgment in dealing with a variety of issues and extensively documented engineering tests. Ensured good working relationships in the entire team to enhance productivity.

MALLORY CONTROLS, Frankfort, IN. 1985 to 1990

Electronics Tech/Specialist

Troubleshooting and repairing microprocessor based electronic controls while providing accurate documentation on the assembly and component problems. Upon being promoted to Electronics Specialist responsibilities included layout, build, test, repair, modify and calibrate computerized semiconductor test systems including PLC’s. Assisted in the development and maintenance of software for computerized test systems.

Major Accomplishments:

• Awarded a Delphi Trade Secret for inventing a specialized sensor system for use in validation testing

• Co-author of a technical paper presented at an international conference (I-THERM 2004) on a unique vibration test

• Founding member of a robot racing team selected by DARPA for participation in the Urban Challenge 2007 (only team from Indiana selected for the semi-finals, competed as equals against top-ranked teams from MIT, CalTech, Stanford, etc)

Education:

• Associate of Applied Sciences - Industrial Electronics Technology - Indiana Vocational Technical College 1985

• Skilled Trades Apprenticeship Course – 1980

References: Available on request

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