Engineer Power Plant

Simeon Atanasov

Email: abo6m4@r.postjobfree.com

Address: *** ********* *** **

City: Schaumburg

State: IL

Zip: 60193

Country: USA

Phone: 630-***-****

Skill Level: Management

Salary Range: 85

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Simeon Atanasov

712 Tipperary Court, Apt. 2C * Schaumburg, IL 60193 * 630-***-**** * abo6m4@r.postjobfree.com

ENGINEERING MANAGER

Apply expertise in Quality Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Project Engineering to achieve quality and efficiency of each phase of product development and manufacturing processes.

Design review (DFX)transfer designs into production, identifying and resolving problems and implementing design-for-manufacturability solutions to stabilize products. Develop and improve manufacturing processes to meet product requirements and minimize throughput and quality issues.

Project leadershipmanage products through entire build, calibration, test, and ship process to ensure the success of development programs and maintain alignment with business development objectives; communicate program results; and make recommendations to management as to the direction of new and existing programs working at both company facilities and at customer sites.

Process improvementimplement process changes that yield higher production efficiency; act as a 'change agent' to facilitate manufacturing improvement and team development that achieve significant process improvements.

Problem resolutionprovide engineering expertise and guidance in analyzing technical problems and developing equipment modifications, repairs, and upgrades; responsive to solving customer issues.

Customer-focusedinteract professionally with clients in union and non-unionized environments, defining and translating needs into technical specifications.

Interpersonal strengthstenacity and diligence in achieving desired results in challenging situations; detail-oriented and methodical; adaptable and eager to accept increased levels of responsibility; self-assured, assertive, and confident.

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

Software Program: Microsoft Office * AutoCAD * PRO-E * SAP * Access * Excel

Visio * Minitab * Adobe PhotoShop * UM-Simulation

Working Knowledge of: Kaizen * Six Sigma * Lean Manufacturing * ISO9001 * ERP * Tribology Analysis * Defect characterization using sound and vibration * Material analysis utilizing XFR spectroscopy * Manufacturing Execution System (MES)

EDUCATION

MSME * The University of Technology, Gabrovo, Bulgaria June 1993

BSME * The University of Technology, Gabrovo, Bulgaria June 1991

Continuing Ed * College of DuPage, GlenEllyn, IL 1999-2001

* AutoCad 14, PLS, * ProE, * C++ * Business Management, * Lean Manufacturing, * ROHS Compliance

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PHILIPS HEALTHCARE, Aurora, IL

Manufacturing Engineer/ Project Leader (2007 to present)

Projects:

Develop early stage bearing defects detection methods and processes via Sound and Vibration monitoring

Responsible for reduction of bearing noise and bearing life improvement on CAT scan X-ray tube products

Improve yield and field performance on CAT scan X-ray tube products

Automate and optimize assembly processes of CAT scan X-ray tube products

Responsibility:

Execute variety of process improvements through investigation and experimentation in the form of unit performance tests

Identify, implement and record cost savings related to operations improvements

Support the daily production plan to maintain a high level of on time delivery and quality performance metrics

Build relationships with off-site manufacturers domestically and offshore to outsource components and sub-assemblies

Initiate equipment upgrades, repairs and improvements to equipment and fixtures. Work in coordination with Lean Manufacturing Industrial Engineer and Plant Management to assist on projects for improving manufacturing processes, as needed

Lead the design and development of new product fixtures and equipment for Manufacturing

Launch new product projects between Manufacturing Engineering and RD Engineering from the design phase and through problem free manufactured finished goods

Review and approve product design and changes

Recommend design modifications to reduce manufacturing costs

Oxford Instrument Measurement System, LLC, Elk Grove, IL 1999 to 2007

Service Engineer (2005-2007)

Responsible for processing parts, subassemblies, and assemblies in a machine environment. Service instruments and perform warranty work. Install and repair X-ray analytical systems to ensure compliance with ROHS standards, X-ray instruments for thickness measurement, systems for determining composition of materials, and instruments for defect analysis. Corroborate with internal and external customers to find solutions to problems through process response studies. Trouble-shoot, repair, and modify instruments at customer locations worldwide. Monitor system performance to eliminate system downtime. Provide customer feedback to development and production engineers to ensure continued product improvement. Interface with the

manufacturing team and senior management to improve productivity, efficiency, and product quality.

Train customers and new Field Technicians on equipment operation and technical support.

Perform defect analysis to develop application solutions that maximize system performance.

Initiated remote diagnosis and control that enhanced diagnostic and troubleshooting capability.

Work closely with customers throughout the entire manufacturing process and serve as a technical resource.

Monitor systems and procedures to maintain ISO Certification and quality management system. Inspect products to ensure high quality and achieve customer specifications.

Apply method analysis and investigate designs and manufacturing problems to maximize production and minimize costs.

Build, test, and integrate subsystems; design and maintain build instructions/processes; build logs and check lists.

Provide solution and recommendation on ROHS application and tasks.

Estimate the manufacturing costs of parts, assemblies, materials, patterns, and tooling.

Identify maintenance intervals for new equipment and fixtures and determine proper calibration requirements.

Support sales and marketing teams with technical input and advice. Support customer demonstrations and acceptance tests. Generate instrument functionality test plans.

Supervisor Production Engineering (2002-2005)

Introduced and managed the production of a new handheld spectrometer from prototype to product release. Supervised a team of 3 quality engineers, 2 set-up technicians, and 2 assembly workers to ensure employee conformance to established procedures, training requirements, and safety quality procedures. Engaged with new product software and development engineers to identify production problems, develop solution plans, and meet customer specifications and industry quality standards.

Created a database for tracking sales and customer requirements, progress of manufactured products, and parts and finished goods inventory.

Designed a troubleshooting/problem resolution flowchart that enhanced service technician effectiveness.

Developed and implemented production/processing methods and controls that improved quality and manufacturing efficiency.

Initiated continuous improvement program that enhanced operational efficiency and optimized equipment utilization. Critiqued, debugged and performed failure analysis on existing designs to maximize improvement initiatives.

Established a service center in Paris, France to support customers throughout Europe. Procured test equipment, established test and repair procedures, and trained engineers and technicians.

Engaged with new product introduction development teams in implementing manufacturing production operations for analytical instrumentation.

Reviewed product manufacturability and serviceability on complex electro-mechanical assemblies.

Planned factor floor layout to maximize productivity and efficiency of operations.

Inspected and tested supplier components to ensure compliance with Oxfords quality standards and manufacturing criteria. Instrumental in the selection of new vendors.

Quality Engineer (1999-2002)

Contributed to the design and manufacture of a complete line of high quality coating thickness measurement instruments based upon the principles of X-ray fluorescence. Participated in the design and implementation of a focus-variable optic system and mechanical mechanisms. Engaged material, electrical, and mechanical engineers and consultants to resolve failure issues and achieve system functionality. Interacted with sales, customer service, and technical support to meet customer and product specifications.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE includes Instrumentation/Control Engineer and Mechanical Engineer for National Power Plant Maritza East 3, designing and modifying pneumatic and hydraulic valves and pumps, redesigning output devices, and designing and installing new measurement instruments and sensors.

Involved in the implementation of Information and Control Microprocessor System in Power Plant processes.

Implemented Diagnostic Vibrocontrol System SCHENK for diagnosing turbine bears based on vibration measurements.

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