Electrical Engineer Project

Mary Burch

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Senior Electrical Engineer

Offering diverse engineering capabilities to support cross-functional projects,

inspire collaboration, and achieve business outcomes on-time and budget

Senior Electrical Engineer possessing 19+ years of experience managing diverse and complex projects. Exceptional and broad-based analytical and technical acumen with proficiency in designing control systems for commercial manufacturing and private industry. Collaborative team leader who strengthens relationships to create cohesive teams committed to delivering results that improve processes, elevate productivity, and deliver substantial cost savings.

Value Offered

Adaptable and Diverse Technical Capabilities: Offering deep experience across electrical, mechanical, and process engineering and possessing a proven ability to rapidly learn new equipment, techniques, and develop technical capabilities to support diverse projects.

Analytical and Results-Driven Problem Solver: Committed to helping companies reduce manufacturing delays and plant / process / equipment downtime to increase productivity and efficiency.

Formalizing and Streamlining Processes: Adept at leveraging diverse background to help organizations standardize processes and introduce best practices, including standardized AutoCAD libraries; preventative maintenance programs, and formalized in-house and on-site training program and manuals.

Regulatory Compliance: Broad industry experience and deep knowledge of regulatory compliance and industrial standards, including: NEC; NFPA 70, 70E, 79, 101; ANSI; OSHA, IEC; ISA; IEEE; UL 508 and 508A.

Areas of Expertise

.Electrical Engineering

.Electrical Design & Schematics

.Technical Specifications

.PLC Programming

.Automation

.Pre-Production / Production Design

.Equipment Startup

.Whole-Line Installations

.Workflow Management

.Equipment Design and Build

.Commissioning

.Continuous Improvement

.AutoCAD

.Lean manufacturing

Employment Summary

Kelly Services– Evansville, IN (Contractor) 2015

Senior Electrical Engineer - 812-***-****

MAI Engineering – Mt. Vernon, IN 2014 – 2015

Senior Electrical Engineer – 812-***-****

Sullair – Michigan City, IN 2014

Senior Electrical Engineer – 219-***-****

Areva Federal Services – Aiken, SC 2009 – 2014

Field Engineer (2012 – 2014) - 803-***-****

Subcontract Technical Representative / Subcontract Responsible Engineer (2011 – 2014)

Senior Electrical Engineer (2009 – 2011)

Allied Air Enterprises – Blackville, SC - Closed 2007 – 2009

Manufacturing Engineer - 803-***-****

Unitherm Food Services – Bristow, OK (Contractor) 2006 – 2007

Electrical Engineer Manager - 918-***-****

Aerotek Corporation – Michigan, Indiana, Ohio (Contractor) 2000 – 2005

Design and Installation Engineer, ABB Robotics (2003 – 2005)

Electrical Maintenance Engineer Maintenance Supervisor, GMPT-Flint (2000 – 2003)

Plant Maintenance Engineer, Truck and Bus (Jan. – Sept. 2000)

Employment Summary

Kelly Services – Evansville, IN 4/2015 – 7/2015

An Engineering Services firm serving commercial and industrial clients in the design, development, and construction of economically feasible and environmentally responsible solutions.

Senior Electrical Engineer

Temp Assignment as a member of cross-functional engineering team assigned to projects for a key client in the chemical manufacturing sector. Completed detailed AutoCAD drawings for electrical components of projects that included new facility design and facility upgrades. Implemented NFPA codes (13, 15, 96, 101, 70, 70E, 30, 86, and 72) to ensure compliance.

Project Management

Collaborated with engineering company to accomplish multiple projects in a short timeframe (Exhaust System, Die Lube System, CMM and X-ray). Served as Electrical SME to determine requirements, select vendors, and review schematics with a meticulous attention to detail, developed Statement of Work and System Requirements.

Participated in meetings with client, serving as liaison and technical expert to define project scope and review progress.

Researched and developed subject matter expertise in Fire Suppression System installs (NFPA 13, 15, 96)

Layoff - complete

MAI Engineering – Mt. Vernon, IN 2014 – 2015

With < 20 employees and office in Mt. Vernon, IN this is an Engineering Services firm serving commercial clients in the design, development, and construction of economically feasible and environmentally responsible solutions.

Senior Electrical Engineer

Member of cross-functional engineering team assigned to projects for a key client in the chemical manufacturing sector. Completed detailed AutoCAD drawings for electrical components of projects that included new facility design and facility upgrades. Implemented NFPA codes (101, 70, 70E, 30, 86, and 72) to ensure compliance.

Project Management

Collaborated with structural engineer to accomplish multiple projects in a short timeframe (fuel station, storage unit, facility upgrade). Served as Electrical SME to determine lighting requirements, select vendors, and develop schematics with a meticulous attention to detail.

Participated in meetings with client, serving as liaison and technical expert to define project scope and review progress. Attended construction kick-off meetings for all new projects.

Researched and developed subject matter expertise in Fire Alarm System installs (NFPA 72): received online Honeywell certifications to create schematics for facility’s fire lite alarm system.

Process Improvement and Team Development

Introduced and championed the use of schematics (vs. architectural drawings the company used previously) to formalize, standardize, and establish “best practices” for the organization.

Developed an AutoCAD library to improve workflow, develop in-house standards, and reduce design time.

Served as mentor for CAD Draft employees to develop in-house expertise in electrical circuitry and design.

LAYOFF – LOSS of Contracts

Sullair – Michigan City, IN

Areva Federal Services – Aiken, SC 2009 – 2014

With > 500 employees and offices in NC, WA, and VA, AFS provides proven AREVA technology to serve the U.S. Department of Energy. Located on the Savannah River Site, the MOX Fuel Fabrication project is a joint venture between France’s AFS and US-based Shaw, and is a major component of the US/Russia bilateral agreement to eliminate surplus military plutonium.

Field Engineer (2012 – 2014)

Transitioned to Field Engineer while maintaining responsibilities as Subcontract Technical Representative (STR) and Subcontract Responsible Engineer (SRE). Guided smooth installation of process units by evaluating designs;

Employment Summary (continued)

authoring and submitting Engineering Change Requests; developing cable and I/O schedules; and supplying mechanical, PLE, and PLD drawings and schematics to job foreman and floor craft.

Attended and daily safety meetings, led installation kick-off, and disassembly kick-off meetings to discuss project expectations and timeline, develop manning schedule, and remove roadblocks to production.

Streamlined project management by creating a database of inventory and supporting logistics system that ensured consistent availability and pipeline of parts for assembly.

Completed two units within a year (5 had been completed and a sixth in process prior to 2013): SME unit – 1 glovebox, including conveyor systems (already in process) and SDK unit – install equipment in SDK and partially running. A third (KDA) was in process when the project was tabled in 2014.

Subcontract Technical Representative, STR Subcontract Responsible Engineer, SRE (2011 – 2014)

Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and problem solving capabilities, promoted to STR and SRE to serve as a liaison and point of contact between AFS, Shaw (acquired by CBI in 2012), and external vendors. Partnered with QA, QC, Purchasing, Procurement, Warehouse personnel and Commissioning Group to assess, review, and manage vendor contracts.

Technical Expertise

Reviewed and corrected designs, prepared technical specifications, and performed technical analysis of vendor capabilities as part of the pre-contract qualification process and to manage the project’s approved vendors.

Developed expertise and capabilities to become subject matter expert and project thought leader on glovebox penetrators, connectors, and junction boxes for MOX project.

Vendor Management

Identified and resolved 71 existing Nonconformance Reports (NCR) with Souriau to address all unresolved issues dating back to 2008. Credited with restoring contract, improving relations between vendor and key stakeholders, and bolstering quality control of the supply chain process.

Developed database to manage inventory, which resolved multiple purchase order discrepancies and facilitated order acceptance for thousands of parts to nearly completely remove backlog.

Reviewed technical / NRC specifications and pre-contract with PAVE (previously a sole source vendor), and made recommendations to key stakeholders to disqualify the vendor. Generated $2.7M in projected cost savings by sourcing other manufacturers who could supply product at 5-7X.

Collaborated with Quality Control Engineers, Procurement, and conducted pre-contract (NRC) review of LEMO to qualify vendor as an improved and cost effective source of connectors for the project.

Senior Electrical Engineer (2009 – 2011)

Joined MOX project near the end of Phase 2 to provide electrical design and schematics using SEE Electrical and AutoCAD software. Calculated electrical loads, prepared one-lines, panel list, and I/O list; collaborated with multi-functional teams to complete process room design. Reviewed team electrical design, and schematics to ensure accuracy and compliance. Led team of 5+ with budgetary responsibility for forecasting, tracking, and reporting labor budget to client (U.S. DoE).

Selected to train and mentor junior engineers and interns on electrical design and schematic drawing.

Collaborated with multi-functional teams of engineers and technical experts from a diverse group of companies (representing multiple nations) to achieve project outcomes.

RESIGNED DUE TO OBAMA’S PUTTING PROJECT ON COLD STANDBY

Allied Air Enterprises Inc. – Blackville, SC 2007 – 2009

A US-based manufacturer supplying distributors and dealers with six brands of commercial and residential heating and cooling solutions. www.alliedair.com

Manufacturing Engineer

Served dual role as manufacturing and electrical engineer to support new installations, equipment troubleshooting and repair, and facility upgrades. Supervised team of 3 in performing project-based continuous improvement initiatives. Developed substantial capabilities with PLC Programming, pneumatics, hydraulics, and propane.

Developed maintenance schedule for presses to reduce downtime and improve functionality of plant: sourced Press Repair Company, identified critical repairs, and developed rotating schedule to maintain productivity.

Employment Summary (continued)

Developed expertise and capabilities with propane tanks to update 5,000 gallon tank with new controls. Formalized maintenance program and Propane System per NFPA 30, OSHA, and ANSI regulations.

Gained buy in from senior leadership to engage OSHA to discuss plant improvement initiatives to improve safety and ensure compliance. Designed and prepared employee Electrical Safety for plant, which included Emergency Lighting, Eye Washes, and Arc Flash, Machine Safety and refurbishment.

Participated in the evaluation and selection of vendors, providing key stakeholders with technical insight on manufacturer/vendor capabilities and plant requirements.

Rapidly earned trust of engineers and plant staff by ensuring effective communication, addressing issues in a timely fashion, encouraging cross training of staff, and improving safety.

RESIGNED BEFORE PLANT CLOSED

Unitherm Food Systems Inc. – Bristow, OK 2006 – 2007

Custom design and creation of thermal and chilled food processing equipment and systems. www.unithermfoodsystems.com

Electrical Engineer Manager (contract position)

Supervised and mentored team of electrical engineers, electricians, and mechanical crews; developed and approved control designs; sourced, analyzed, and approved external vendors; and collaborated with internal and external resources to develop fully customized thermal food processing solutions for key clients.

Technical Expertise: Involved in the design, implementation, and/or improvement of PLCs, VFDs, PID loops, gas burner systems, pneumatics, and self-cleaning system for pasteurizers, cookers, chillers, roasters, and browning equipment. Authored operation and maintenance manuals for in-house and client use.

Relationship Building: Selected to travel with senior leadership to meet clients to discuss design specifications and provide training and onboarding of equipment. Credited with improving morale of the electrical team by creating opportunities for cross-training.

Process Improvement Initiatives: Established AutoCAD library and developed internal procedures to reduce schematic design time and improve work flow. Implemented the company’s first 20-hour dry run-offs.

Core Technologies: PLC’s, HMI’s and VFD’s included Allen Bradley & Automation Direct; Software packages included RSLinx, BootP, RSView32, Panelbuilder32, RSLogix 5, 500 & 5000, DoMore and Directsoft; Hardware packages included PLC Mirologix, Contrologix, Compactlogix, Panelview, PAC3000, DirectLogic PLC, DirectMore 1000 and Touch HMI’; Networks included Ethernet/IP, DH-485, DF-1, DataWorx, Datalynx & DataNet

Aerotek Corp. – MI, IN, OH (contract position) 2000 – 2005

Snapshot: Secured multiple contracts through Aerotek to support operations and facility upgrades and new line launches for multiple automotive organizations. Developed substantial expertise in robotics and PLC programming, as well as deep experience within the automotive manufacturing industry.

Design and Installation Engineer, ABB Robotics (2003 – 2005)

Traveled extensively throughout the Midwest to support automotive facility development, equipment and robotics installation for key clients including Daimler-Chrysler, General Motors, and Grand Blanc Body. Projects included PLC programming and robotics installation, collaborating with PLC engineers to accomplish projects on-time and on-budget.

For the Grand Blanc Body-in-White production facility, introduced zones for robotic programming to reduced plant-wide downtime. Completed project well ahead of schedule (within 4 months).

Requested specifically by GM project managers to work on complex and challenging projects.

Electrical Maintenance Engineer Maintenance Supervisor, GMPT-Flint (2000 – 2003)

Led team of 9 skilled trades employees (electrical journeymen, machine repair, and millwrights) in machine redesign and system control with a focus on improving facility productivity and workflow. Collaborated with outside sources in the development of redesigned machines and system control. Established the plant’s first formal PM program.

Gained buy in at all levels and credited with creating a culture of collaboration and teamwork by facilitating round-table meetings that included input from all team members to develop strategic plans and standardized processes to reduce production times and downtimes for multiple process improvement projects:

.Oversaw implementation of new assembly line: launched 3 weeks early, $400K under budget, and increased production by 6% over New York.

Employment Summary (continued)

Plant Maintenance Engineer, Truck and Bus, Grand Blanc (Jan. – Sept. 2000)

Provided production support and facilitated process improvement initiatives for GMT 400 line. Assisted in GMT 800 project change over, including the removal and relocation of the GMT 400 line.

.Increased production by 12% for a 12-station line by studying effects of new suppliers’ parts on down time and gaining valuable feedback from operators to develop solutions for equipment issues.

.Reprogrammed equipment to enhance part flow / cycle time from 22 seconds to 14.1 seconds and increase up-time by 40%.

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Early Career Note: Electrical Maintenance Engineer for Delphi Chassis (1994-2000)

Supported Maintenance with troubleshooting equipment. Improved productions through continuous improvement projects using Kaizen, lean manufacturing and six sigma methods.

Skilled Trades Adjunct Instructor at Delta College (2002)

Education & Training

Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering, Saginaw Valley State University, University Center, MI

Associate of Science, Delta College, University Center, MI

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