WILLIAM SCHNELL
Byron Center, MI 49315
abl2fz@r.postjobfree.com
Objective:
Responsible, challenging Controls/Electrical Engineer position in an
organization that will benefit from my initiative, capabilities, and
contribution. I am especially interested in a position with the potential
for advancement and increased decision-making responsibilities.
Education:
ITT Technical Institutes, Fort Wayne, Indiana
BS, Automated Manufacturing Technology, 2000, GPA: 3.5. Graduated with
Honors
ITT Technical Institute, Grand Rapids, MI
AS, Electronics Engineering Technology, 1999
Bay-Arenac Skills Center, Bay City, Michigan
Certificate of Completion, Manufacturing Technology Program, 1997
Experience:
Metaldyne, Bluffton, Indiana Oct2009-Present Sr.
Electrical/Controls Engineer
Main duties are to support machine electrical and controls systems. Debug
and upgrade programming of new and current machinery. Calibration of test
cells and electronic devices. Collect data for continuous improvements and
implement ideas. Integrate new machines and Applications to meet our
needs
Metaldyne, Middleville, Michigan 2001-Oct2009 Controls
Primary responsibilities include troubleshooting and repair of production
and facilities equipment with electrical, controls and electronic machine
problems. Lead daily team meetings to establish priorities, discuss root
cause /corrective actions for machine problems, and managed the controls
project list across the plant. Implemented all controls related
programming changes.
Federal Mogul, Avilla, Indiana 2000-2001 Electrical
and Electronics Technician
Main duties were to assist the maintenance team with resolving electrical
or electronic problems. I also designed and built a stand-alone leak test
station for one of the parts we were manufacturing.
Seyferts Foods, Fort Wayne, Indiana 1999-2000 Industrial
Maintenance Engineer
Main responsibilities were to do preventative maintenance, design and
fabricate more effective processes to increase productivity, and worked on
machine issues when production was not running.
Future Tech. Inc., Bay City, Michigan 1997
Electrician/Machine Builder
Responsibilities included following wire schematics to build and wire
electrical panels. Also assembled electrical components, fabricated switch
brackets, and soldered wire connectors to cables.
G.M. Powertrain, Bay City, Michigan 1996 Skilled
Trades Pre-Apprenticeship
Program
Worked part-time while in High School and full-time in the summer.
Responsibilities included working directly with the journeymen in their
respective areas. Every week changing from one skilled trade to the next
to get a feel of what each job consists of. Submitted a daily report of
work performed and techniques learned.
Areas of Proficiency:
. Proficient in programming and troubleshooting of PLCs, HMI's, Vision
systems, Robots (Fanuc & ABB), and CNC Controls.
. Knowledgeable in working with various Rockwell software programs such
as: RSLogix5, RSLogix500, ControlLogix/RSLogix 5000, RSLinx DDE/OPC
Topic, RSView32, RSView Studio, Pbase, and PanelBuilder 32, and
RSNetWorx/DeviceNet.
. Also experienced in other software, such as: All Types of Fanuc,
Sciemetric Configuration (Sig Pod and Sig leak), Windows-XP, Microsoft
Office, Win 4000 (GSE Drivers), E2C-Codi, Indramat Logic, Siemens Step
7, Duplomatic (Servo driven Turrets), Profibus, Interbus, Parker C3
Servo Manager, Framework 2.2-2.6, Cognex Vision, Artis Tool
Monitoring, and some exposure to Lab View.
. Worked with various CNC Machines that I know very well: Honsberg
Lambs, Alfings, Hitachi Seikis, Chirons, Mori's, SW, Enshu, Fuji,
Murata, Heller, Lorenz, and Saginaw Machine systems.
. Have extensive experience with many types of Assembly machines,
Conveyor Systems, and Washers from various company's such as: Rock
Tool and Machine, Ransohoff, Midbrook, Future technologies, Weldun,
Eagle, Atw, AAA, Dane systems, ATS, Indicon, Automatircs,
Conveyability, etc.
. A high-energy, enthusiastic and dependable individual who excels in
challenging and competitive environments.
. Engineering new Processes, along with improving old ones, to create
faster cycle times which increase overall productivity.
. Worked with many types of electronic test equipment including Uson,Varian, and LTI leak testers, Linear actuators, Digital Voltmeters,
pulsars, analyzers, precision measuring equipment, power sources,
Oscilloscopes, transducers and flow meters..
. Fast learner; quickly incorporate and implement new procedures.
. Capable of communicating with staff in all departments and at all
levels.
. Recognized for powerful communication skills, handle high-pressure
situations in a professional and effective manner, while executing
with strong computer skills on a daily basis.
. A recognized problem-solver and troubleshooter, able to meet
challenging corporate goals.
. Able to think independently and quickly to resolve problems. Capable
of handling unexpected situations.
. Highly motivated to expand knowledge and skills.
. Assisted in developing and implementing company policies and
procedures.
. Excellent Technical Skills and knowledge. Excellent, energetic
motivator.
. Experienced with team-based problem solving.
. Knowledgeable of ISO 14001 and QS-9000 standards
Accomplishments:
Received Certificates of Completion for the following courses:
RSView 32 - Developing RSView 32 Projects
RSView Studio - HMI Development and communication
Fanuc 160i/180i/210i/16i/18i/21i Model A, Open CNC Maintenance,
PMC and Ladder Maintenance Course
ControlLogix / RSLogix 5000 - Maintenance & Troubleshooting
DeviceNet and RSNetWorx Design and Configuration
Cognex Vision systems- Insight
DVT vision systems - Framework Software, Smart Link
PanelView 300/550/600/900/1400
References:
Available upon request.