Photovoltaic Design Engineer
Resume:
Patrick Graves
*** *** **** ** ***********, NM **123
**************@*****.***
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Summary of Qualifications:
An accomplished technician who utilizes basic scientific, mathematical and engineering principles to solve technical problems in research and development, manufacturing, construction, and sales; has NABCEP PV Certificate of Knowledge and is OSHA 10 certified; has comprehensive understanding of electrical circuits, shielding and grounding; proficient with AC/DC power supplies, function/ frequency generators, dual channel oscilloscope, multimeters, and 12 channel data logger; extensive knowledge of solid state lighting devices and LED technology; vast knowledge of load analysis and energy auditing; familiar with series, parallel, and combination series-parallel wiring configurations; able to design, and install custom photovoltaic systems that perform to desired specifications; well versed in component sizing for commercial and residential PV systems (array, batteries, inverter); broad knowledge of power conversion technology; ability to interpret and design circuits from schematics; proficient at prioritizing responsibilities and allocating time and resources accordingly; possess strong leadership characteristics; excellent problem solving skills, fast learner, and reliable; eager to continually learn new technology; has ability and desire to work in a fast paced environment; expertise in troubleshooting electrical systems using test equipment and schematics; effective communication and interpersonal skills; extensive background with construction work; extremely hard working and determined.
Education:
NABCEP Certificate of Knowledge
Photovoltaic Design and Installation Academy
Central New Mexico Community College
525 Buena Vista Albuquerque NM 87106
02/2012 to 03/2012
Associate of Applied Science in Computer Electronic Engineering Technology
ITT Technical Institute
5100 Masthead Street N.E. Albuquerque, NM 87109
09/2006 to 06/2009
Awards received: Selected to the National Technical Honor Society, Highest Honors
Have continued taking classes toward a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
at Central New Mexico Community College and will obtain an bachelor degree within three years.
Employment Experience:
Two Men and a Truck 04/2012 to Present
3215 Matthew Ave NE Albuquerque, NM 87107
Crew Lead
Customer service and labor; handle client’s commercial and residential relocation needs with an emphasis on customer satisfaction; utilization of spatial skills; required to troubleshot and quickly find solutions to logistical problems; perform a thorough inspection and inventory of all items to be relocated; build and maintain rapport with the client for duration of relocation process; calculate total cost of services provided and handle payment transaction; train new employees to company standards.; responsible for crew safety and efficient completion of job.
Central New Mexico Community College 05/2011- 12/2011
525 Buena Vista Albuquerque, NM 87106
Engineering student
Qnuru/ Visible Light Solar Technologies 09/2009 to 03/2011
5300 Eagle Rock Albuquerque, NM 87113
Engineering Technician
Conduction and set up of testing in research and development lab; troubleshooting problems and use of innovative techniques to insure optimal level of operation in new equipment; working closely with group of engineers duties included design, building and testing for prototypes of high tech consumer devices, mode of operation included solar powered, battery powered, and A/C powered; tasked to refine ideas and use trial and error to transform prototype into functional equipment; each project was formulated for particular client, as such, work had to be flexible and innovative; duties included data collection and record analysis to revise product design; worked within a team environment, consisting of engineers, salespeople, labors, managers, owner and CEO.
All Star Bekins Moving and Storage 06/2008 to 08/2009
801 Comanche Rd #G Albuquerque, NM 87107
Driver/ Mover
Customer service and labor; handle client’s commercial and residential relocation needs with an emphasis on customer satisfaction; utilization of spatial skills; required to troubleshot and quickly find solutions to logistical problems; perform a thorough inspection and inventory of all items to be relocated; build and maintain rapport with the client for duration of relocation process; calculate total cost of services provided and handle payment transaction; train new employees to company standards.
Advanced Movers 08/2005 to 06/2008
32 Lakeshore Dr NE Albuquerque, NM 87112
Driver/ Mover
Customer service and labor; handle client’s commercial and residential relocation needs with an emphasis on customer satisfaction; utilization of spatial skills; required to troubleshot and quickly find solutions to logistical problems; perform a thorough inspection and inventory of all items to be relocated; build and maintain rapport with the client for duration of relocation process; calculate total cost of services provided and handle payment transaction; train new employees to company standards; quickly advanced within the company from assistant to a mover, then driver.
Remodel Inc. 04/2004 – 08/2005
3235 Girard Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87107
Remolding/Construction Worker
Demolition of existing rooms and remolding in effort to achieve customer vision; building new structure, framing, drywall, electrical, flooring and painting; use of wide range of tools; required to find solutions to unexpected hurdles in building; achieved wide knowledge base in regard to reading blueprints and execution of plans.
Rowland Nurseries 04/2003 to 04/2004
12401 Montgomery Blvd Albuquerque, NM 87111
Hardware Department Manager
Customer service; assist customers and diagnose insect or nutrient problems with existing parts of their landscape in order to prescribe appropriate remedy; extensive product knowledge acquired; fork lift used; required to order stock; maintenance of store including plant care and staging of products to maintain aesthetic appearance; training new employees.
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