Mechanical Engineering
Resume:
James C. Diehl
**** ***** ***, *** ***, San Mateo, CA 94403
*****.*.*****@*****.***
Mobile 650-***-**** . Home (650) 312-
9383
Profile and Objective
Mechanical Engineering Research Associate has provided support of new
product research and development including experimental proof of concept
and reduction to practice for delivery to product programs. Seeking an
opportunity for further growth in a world-class research & development
environment offering 15+ years of experience towards the development of new
technology beneficial to the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Industries
and their patients.
Key technical skills include:
. Test fixture design / build
. Electrical / mechanical instrumentation
. Data acquisition and post processing
. Specialty sensor specification / verification
. Working in clean room environments
. Optical and scanning electron microscopy
. Digital / video high speed event capture
. Physical analysis
.
Experience
Xerox Corporation, Webster, NY
Senior Level Mechanical - Electrical Engineering Technician
4/1994-12/2008
Microfluidic MEMS (Micro-Electrical-Mechanical Systems)
1/2000-12/2008
Developed and implemented strategies for the characterization, performance
evaluation and feasibility study of microfluidic MEMS technology to serve
as low cost alternatives to devices in existing products. Resulted with
the contribution towards intellectual property generation with several US
patents filed. Solved numerous lifetime limiting problems resulting in
further advancement of the technology.
Photoreceptor Belt Module Subsystems for Xerox Color Document Production
Technology 1996-2000
Performed motion quality analysis and performance evaluation of working
test fixtures of closed loop controlled photoreceptor subsystems. This
included the selection and verification of specialty sensors providing
closed loop control feedback. Participated with intellectual property
generation with four US patents filed resulting with increased machine up
time, improved performance and customer satisfaction.
Paper Handling Technology
1994-1996
Developed and implemented testing strategies for paper feeding subsystems.
Developed data acquisition software using National Instruments Labview and
selected digital / analog sensors providing feedback. Used statistical
process control methods as a tool for evaluating performance of paper
feeding runs. Supported on schedule technology delivery which ultimately
launched into a product.
Laboratory Safety Coordinator (MEMS Laboratory)
1/2000-12/2008
Coordinated and supervised annual OSHA compliance inspections. Assisted
personnel to specific laboratory safety needs. Received formalized
training for OSHA safety compliance. Resulted in 100% OSHA compliance and
zero injury for nine consecutive years.
Xerox Corporation (Contract), Webster New Toner Plant, Webster, NY
Manufacturing Process Support and Project Engineer
1991- 1993
Duties included twenty-four hour engineering support of capital equipment
used for toner manufacture. Directed engineering projects aimed at
improvement of equipment performance resulting with the increase of
material throughputs and reduction of operating and raw material cost.
Solved quality control issues using statistical process control tools.
Performed production supervisory duties, which included the management of
the entire toner production work force.
Education
. Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering Technology, Gannon University, Erie
PA.
. New York State Board of Regents Diploma with concentration in Science and
Mathematics,
Bishop Kearney High School, Rochester NY.
Patent Applications / Pre-grant publications
(For details please see www.uspto.gov)
200********: Print element de-prime method
200********: Device and system for dispensing fluids into the atmosphere
200********: Environmental system including a micromechanical dispensing
device
200********: Environmental system including a micromechanical dispensing
device
200********: Environmental system including a micromechanical dispensing
device
200********: Device and system for dispensing fluids into the atmosphere
200********: Device and system for dispensing fluids into the atmosphere
200********: Video game system including a micromechanical dispensing
device
200********: Environmental system including a micromechanical dispensing
device
200********: Micromechanical dispensing device and a dispensing system
including the same
200********: Device and system for dispensing fluids into the atmosphere
Patents
US 6,292,637: Blade for removing electrically charged particles from the
back side of a belt in an
electrostatographic apparatus
US 6,259,882: Cleaning brush for non-imaging surfaces in an
electrostatographic printer or copier
US 6,253,056: Foam pad for removing electrostatically charged particles
from a surface
Specialized Training and Certifications
. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Air Academy Associates)
. Strain gage application (Vishay Measurements Group, Raleigh, NC).
. OSHA compliance laboratory safety training (Xerox internal).
Computer / Software Skills
Windows / Apple OS, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Various CAD
packages, National Instruments Labview (programming), Matlab (programming),
Image Pro Plus Image Capture.
Laboratory Skills
Proficient in the setup and usage of mechanical and electrical
instrumentation including: motion quality spectrum analyzers,
accelerometers, encoders, strain gages, oscilloscopes, digital / analog
infrared laser sensors, microscopy, scanning electron microscopes, digital
and video image capture with different light sources of varying wavelength.
Experienced working in clean room environments and chemical wet bench
areas.
Personal Interests & Community Service Activities
Sailing, traveling, general fitness, swimming, jogging (5 & 10 K runs),
photography, video capture, shortwave radio, personal computers and webpage
design. Community activities include church activities, Habitat for
Humanity, sailing regattas fund-raising for charitable causes (Hospice
Sailing Regatta).
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