Engineer Software
Resume:
Christopher Lopato
North Grafton, MA 01536
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SUMMARY
Engineering Professional with solid track record of career growth in high
tech environments. 25+ years of acquired expertise testing,
troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining computer systems.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Avid Technology, Inc., Tewksbury, MA
1995 - 2008
Hardware Quality Engineer/Sustaining & New Products (2000 - 2008)
Tested and evaluated computer hardware using video editing application
software and diagnostic utilities. Coordinated, tracked, and performed
hardware upgrades.
. Reworked support and new product upgrades at all levels across the
organization.
. Performed regression testing of software point releases and daily
builds.
. Recorded and reported problems discovered during test and hardware
reworked through bug data base system.
. Set up and configured systems for thermal testing evaluations.
Senior Engineering Technician (1995 - 2000)
Supported manufacturing integration processes. Completed assembly, test,
and debug of computer systems, PCB's and Peripherals.
. Participated in the creation of computer prototypes and test fixtures.
. Performed first piece inspection, test, and audits for incoming
receivables.
. Generated Corrective Action Reports (CARS) and Temporary Manufacturing
Instructions.
. Performed routine maintenance and administration for Manufacturing and
Engineering file servers for European Operations and US; also
performed backups and system upgrades with ongoing user support.
. Coordinated calibration and repair of all test, measurement, and
inspection equipment in compliance to Manufacturers and ISO 9002
specifications.
Stratus Computer, Inc., Marlboro, MA
1986 - 1995
Engineering Lab Specialist (1994 - 1995)
Performed hardware and administrative technical support for engineering
test laboratories. Configured multi-module systems; ensured operational
efficiency and integration of all hardware. Troubleshot hardware and
software problems while maintaining and repairing computer systems as needs
dictate.
. Coordinated, moved, and set up entire computer test lab of 30 systems
and associated peripherals. Received outstanding achievement award.
. Configured and maintained hardware and cabling for communications
testing labs.
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Software Test Engineer (1990 - 1994)
Executed test packages for Stratus proprietary (VOS) operating software
releases. Identified and documented software and hardware problems.
Facilitated problem resolutions at all levels.
. Evaluated and redesigned various pieces of base tests and combined
them into more efficient and robust test scenarios.
. Reorganized computer test beds to accommodate simultaneous testing of
multiple software releases while maintaining a tight release schedule.
Computer Operator (1988 - 1990)
Performed software installations, backups, and hardware upgrades on multi-
module systems. Coordinated, scheduled, and installed multiple software
releases.
Lead Test Technician (1987 - 1988)
Served as Team Leader for small group of test technicians. Generated test
technicians' user guide including test procedures.
Test Technician (1986 - 1987)
Troubleshot to subassembly level, including PCB's, peripherals, and
mechanical components. Maintained test records and documentation with
successful evaluated systems for shipment. Identified and solved problems
in early stages of testing, ensuring schedules and quality product
deliverables.
EDUCATION
Worcester State College, Worcester, MA
1986
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Minor: Mathematics
Central New England College, Worcester, MA
1983
Associates Degree in Arts Applied Technology
Worcester Industrial Technical Institute, Worcester, MA
1983
Computer Data Processing Certification
Avid Technology, Inc. - Special Training
o Lotus Notes o ESD Awareness &
Training o ISO 9000
o NT Core Technologies o Quality Tools &
Techniques
o Media Composer Editing I & II o Unity ISIS Network
Training
Stratus Computer, Inc. - Special Training
o System Administration o Hardware
Maintenance I & II
o Network Administrator o XA/2000 Model 50/70
Maintenance
o Communications I & II
Software/Platforms: Apple, Compaq, DELL, HP, IBM, Integraph, 1Beyond,
Stratus Mainframes. MAC OS across broad range of Apple product line. Avid
Media Composer, Avid Film Composer, Avid News Cutter, Avid Xpress DV, Non-
Linear editing systems. Stratus VOS. Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word,
Excel, and PowerPoint. FileMaker Pro, FileMaker Pro Server, AppleShare
Admin, Retrospect, and ARCServe Software.
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