Project Engineer, Automation, PLC programming, Electrical, Process Con
Resume:
Michael J. Simmons
Commerce, GA. 30530
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Engineering Professional
Skilled, results driven engineering professional with proven experience meeting tight timelines and budgets to drive complex projects to successful completion. Known for identifying opportunities for efficiencies and improvement and providing leadership to develop and implement solutions. Demonstrated strengths consulting and maintaining professional relations with consultants, trades and property owners. The ability to work successfully in a fast paced environment using cutting edge technology. Earned a reputation as a resourceful team player working with integrity and professionalism to earn respect, inspire cooperation and exceed project expectations.
Key Skills:
Strategic Planning and Project Management Technical Report Writing and Presentations
Leadership and Mentoring Compliance and Regulations
Process and Systems Improvement Budget and Cost Management
Equipment Design and Maintenance Creative Thinking and Problem Solving
Fabrication PLC Programming AB RS linx, SLC 504,
Logix 500/ 5000, Mitsubishi, Unitronics
Electrical wiring and troubleshooting Wiring harness and Control Panel Building
Hydraulic and pneumatic systems and controls
IOS 9001 PFEMA
Process Control Defect Reduction
Project Management Capability and performance analysis
5S Lean principles Equipment purchasing and Installation
Six sigma principles Denso and Yamaha Robotics
Professional Experience
IMS Gear
Gainesville, GA
Production Control/ Automation Engineer
November 2017 - Current
Continuous Improvements
Electrical systems
Automation
Process controls
Set up training program for operators and maintenance
Make a PM list for maintenance for each machine
Set up and repair of machines to ensure stable run
Make spare parts list and order critical parts
TI Automotive
Lavonia, GA
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
March 2017 – November 2017
Process/ Production improvements
Continuous improvements in a fast paced tier 1 automotive environment and ensure quality and on time shipments.
Improve process flow and decrease cycle times.
Scrap rreduction from $2000 a day to < $1000 per day through equipment modifications and process changes.
Work on changing the control plan and Critical Process Parameters to control the process and make quality stable parts.
PFEMA
LPA audits
Machine specification setup for new machines.
Modification of line to test parts to ensure 100% check to customer.
Made a tank cooling line to keep production running and not shutdown the customer.
Working on a camera system to check component position and weld.
Modification of water bath cooling system to ensure proper alignment
Contractor management
Toyota Industries
Pendergrass, GA
Sr. Production Engineer / Project Engineer March 2015 – March 2017
Production improvements
Ability to perform in a fast paced machining environment and maintain production flow.
Significantly improve productivity without sacrificing quality by identifying process bottlenecks and working with managers and maintenance to streamline the lines and testing while still producing quality parts.
Improve process to reduce the defects and waste of parts during machine adjustment and quality checking from 8 parts down to 2 which was a savings of $15,000 a month.
Add a machine program modification to add a distinct mark on the part to identify the line for ease of parts traceability.
Equipment and process troubleshooting and repair.
Project/ Facility addition:
Project Engineer in charge of all new production lines.
In charge of $21 million installation project for new equipment lines.
Installation of equipment, Construction layout, Contractor management, Modifications and all Tryout and Validation.
SPC to validate new line capabilities and to maintain maximum production lines potential.
Budget and Equipment Ordering/ Purchasing.
Meetings/ Presentations to President and upper management.
Process control and improvements.
Defect reduction for all lines.
Program control system using Mitsubishi and Allen Bradley software.
Use diagnostic equipment for troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
Use of air leak equipment for part quality control.
Use of vision system to monitor parts for machining faults.
FEMA
ISO9001 documentation.
PPAP processes
Prab / Hapman
Kalamazoo, MI
Field Service Engineer / Project Engineer Aug. 2011- March 2015
Project Engineer in charge of Installation and troubleshooting of new conveying equipment at customers facilities.
Installation of equipment, Construction layout, Contractor management, Modifications and all Tryout and Validation.
Training of facilities personnel and in charge of training material.
PLC Programming and modifications using Mitsubishi, Unitronics and Alley Bradley software.
Electrical Wiring installation, Panel Building and Troubleshooting.
Ability to use diagnostic equipment for troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
Use of load cells to perform mixture controls by weight loss and gain.
Use of sensors to measure load and force placed on conveyors and systems.
Use of vibration testers and sensors to monitor out of balance on equipment.
Fabrication of equipment.
Eaton Corporation (Aerotek)
Galesburg, Mi
Engineering Technician Oct. 2007 - March 2011
Technical support for technicians and field personnel.
Field service Engineer – for Hybrid department: Building and repair of prototype hybrid electric equipment.
The Equipment: Hybrid electric vehicles, battery systems, controllers, inverters, transmissions, motors and wiring systems.
Assisted in Software testing/debugging, hardware installation, testing and validation of complete hybrid electric systems.
Setup procedures for testing of returned components and in charge of rework/re-man documentation and processes.
Trained in high voltage handling and safety.
Make prototype wiring harnesses, soldering wires, soldering terminals and components.
Field repair of test vehicles.
Assist in the writing and verifying of testing procedures/ Manuals.
Set up for testing using oscilloscopes, multi-meters, mega ohm meters and diagnostic software.
Fabrication using shop equipment (presses, cranes, forklifts, welders, cutting torches, benders, breaks, micrometers, calipers, torque wrenches and various hand and power tools.
Ability to read and fabricate from prints.
Mike’s Power Wash Plus, Kalamazoo, MI August 1997 – July 2012
Owner / Manager
Sales of power washing equipment and cleaning supplies.
Power washing of equipment, vehicles, machinery and buildings.
Accounts Receivable / Payable.
Equipment Repair.
Manager (Managed 10 employees).
State regulation (DEQ) waste water certification.
Licensed Hazmat and waste water hauler.
City Of Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, Mi
Technician Sept. 2001 to Feb. 2002
Maintenance and repair of city equipment.
The Equipment: Plow trucks, dump trucks, salt spreaders, loaders, backhoes, mowers etc.
Fabricating, cutting, and welding of various items and equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair of heavy equipment.
Spx Corporation
Kalamazoo, Mi
Engineering Technician April 1993 to July 2001
Diagnostic Engineering Technician
In charge of data collection, input and software development for Ford, Mazda, Toyota and Chrysler diagnostic equipment.
Tested software and hardware for alignment and automotive diagnostic equipment.
Performed repairs on test equipment as well as vehicles.
Rework hardware (repair wiring, and change out components on circuit boards).
Assisted in the writing of training procedures for test equipment.
Installation and testing of vehicle and engine dynameters.
Crew leader in Massachusetts to set up the emissions test stations which included the installation of dynameters, hookup of diagnostic equipment, software validation and debugging and also the training of the repair facility personnel.
Advantage Ford
Galesburg, Mi
Master Automotive and Heavy duty Technician July 1984 to April 1993
Advanced engine control specialist
Fuel system controls
Electrical systems
Air Conditioning
Engine diagnostics
Engine Building and troubleshooting
Braking Systems
Education
DeVry University, Chicago, IL Electronics Engineering BSEE
Kalamazoo Valley Community College, Kalamazoo, Michigan College prerequisites
References available upon request
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