Christian Atangane
OBJECTIVE
Utilize the knowledge and skills gained through engineering school and work to contribute to the
success of the company
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Product Development Engineer 2012- Present
Simplex Onsite Austell, GA
• Design and draft new electrical schematics for resistive load banks utilizing SolidWorks
Electrical and Mechanical
• Analyze existing schematics for all product lines to assess the need for engineering
changes or component updates
• Interface extensively with product design team to create detailed electrical drawings for
new product lines
• Learn the basics of mechanical engineering and apply the knowledge during product
design
• Review and modify test procedures for all product lines
• Wire and integrate resistive load banks
• Troubleshoot and test 1Φ and 3Φ load banks in manual, semi-automated and fully
automated modes with remote monitoring capabilities utilizing 120V control power
applied to 208/240/480V system power ranges
• Troubleshoot and test 1Φ and 3Φ fuels systems in manual, semi-automated and fully
automated mode with remote monitoring capabilities utilizing 120V control power
applied to 208/240/480V system power ranges
• Install and test preprogram PLC code in production equipment
Field Service Technician, Level II 2006- 2009
Echosphere/Dish Network
• Installed, troubleshot and repaired satellite dish systems
• Educated new customers on proper and effective use of installed equipment
• Improved customer satisfaction by initiating monthly preventative maintenance checks
Shipping Associate 2005- 2006
Buckhead Beef Company GA
• Utilized a computerized ordering system to verify customer orders
• Fulfilled customer orders by pulling from inventory
• Loaded and unloaded trucks using pallet jacks and forklifts
• Performed product inventory as required
Production Manager 2000- 2005
Arden’s Garden GA
• Assisted in the launch of a new product line which included pasteurized juices and
smoothies
• Troubleshot, repaired and performed corrective action on production line equipment after
equipment failure occurred
• Performed preventative maintenance on production line equipment to minimize work
stoppages
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Southern Polytechnic State University
Marietta, GA
• Bachelor of Science Degree: Pending May 2014
Electrical Engineering Technology
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston, GA
• Associates in Applied Science Degree: 2011
Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology
Additional Skills
• Good knowledge of NEC and UL code
• Very good understanding of engineering processes
• Well developed and analytical troubleshooting skills
• Proficient use of electronics testing equipment including multi-meter and oscilloscopes
and how to apply these skills in problem solving
• Excellent in the use of basic hand tools and soldering tools
• Debug circuit boards
• Deep understanding of electronics components, analog and digital electronic and circuit
boards
• Strong organizational skills
• Fluent in French and English, conversational Spanish