BRIAN NGUYEN

**** ********** *****, *** *****, CA 92117 H: 619-***-**** C: 619-***-**** ac2t1t@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Talented hardware design support engineer with an extensive background in electrical engineering with diverse experience

across project life cycle, including research and development, manufacturing, and project leadership. Results-driven

Electrical Engineering professional with impressive analytical and technical support abilities.

SKILLS

System-level electrical design and integration Production Scheduling

PCB layout design Critical Thinking

Microsoft applications skills Schematic Work and BOM generation

Extremely quick learner Communication Skills

Parts Procurement Rapid Prototyping

WORK HISTORY

Hardware Support Engineer, 04/2013 to 03/2016

ARRIS Group Inc (fka Motorola Inc) – San Diego, CA

Responsible for the supporting the design of engineering projects, including products, parts and components.

Read and interpreted blueprints and created engineering drawings and sketches.

Collaborated with mechanical engineers to resolve product development and maintenance issues.

Ordered and received parts for Bill of Materials (BOM) and kept inventory for the board build process.

Researched suppliers of raw materials and finished goods and collaborated with purchasing department to obtain

samples for process validation and functionality.

Attended cross-functional product meetings to discuss parts sourcing, lead times and production schedules.

Rendered technical drawings and electrical systems specifications that exceeded company standards.

R&D Sr. Engineering Tech, 04/2007 to 04/2013

Motorola Inc – San Diego, CA

Assisted with design of engineering projects.

Read and interpreted blueprints and created engineering drawings and sketches.

Operated and maintained fabrication equipment to design mechanical assemblies for prototypes and projects

that need a customized enclosure.

Attended cross-functional product meetings to discuss parts sourcing, lead times and production schedules.

Collaborated successfully with cross-functional development teams to design and manufacture new products.

Provided technical engineering support and project management for the design, engineering and development of

prototypes.

Engineering Technician, 04/2001 to 04/2007

Motorola Inc – San Diego, CA

Assisted with design of engineering projects, including products, parts and components.

Read and interpreted blueprints and created engineering drawings and sketches.

Consulted with development engineers on new products technologies.

Researched suppliers of raw materials and finished goods and collaborated with purchasing department to obtain

samples for process validation and functionality.

Oversaw production efforts to guarantee that projects were completed in a timely and budget-conscious manner.

Engineering Technician, 08/2000 to 04/2001

Flextronics Inc – San Diego, CA

Implemented quality assurance testing methodologies and controls.

Trained test technicians and operators on test hardware and software.

Created comprehensive test plans, test scripts, and use cases to support testing objectives.

Reviewed test plans and procedures to ensure adequate coverage of system requirements.

Composed and edited work instructions for quality and test procedures.

Engineering Tech, 07/1996 to 07/2000

Hughes Network Systems – San Diego, CA

Developed and ensured adherence to testing standards and best practices.

Analyzed and interpreted test data and prepared technical reports.

Fabricated and designed test control apparatuses and equipment.

Implemented quality assurance testing methodologies and controls.

Composed and edited work instructions for quality and test procedures.

Engineering Tech, 04/1993 to 06/1996

Hughes Network Systems – San Diego, CA

Implemented schematics, diagrams and written and verbal descriptions to effectively solve engineering project

issues.

Conducted engineering and detailed experimental tests to collect design data and assist in research work.

Thoroughly inspected and repaired program systems components.

Troubleshoot customer returned equipment to the component level.

Used precision test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, waveform generators and spectrum

analyzers.

Test Technician, 09/1990 to 03/1993

Hughes Network Systems – San Diego, CA

Set up and configure external test interfaces necessary for testing.

Provide skilled product/procedure testing skills within the manufacturing environment.

Utilize precision measuring instruments and complex testing equipment.

Read blueprints, data, manuals and other materials to determine specifications, testing procedures and

adjustment methods.

Communicate and coordinate tasks with the lead testing engineer.

EDUCATION

Studied in Bachelor of Science: Electrical Engineering,

San Diego State University - San Diego, CA, USA

Completed with Associate of Science: Electronics Technology,

Mesa College - San Diego, CA, USA

Completed with Certificate: Electronics Technology,

San Diego City College - San Diego, CA, USA

QUALIFICATIONS

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, PowerPoint), Allegro Orcad, PCB Designer, PCB Editor, Linux OS, Lab test equipment (Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, Multimeters), SMT soldering skills, Mechanical design prototyping, PC building and troubleshooting, BOM generation, Ordering and Receiving parts.

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