Electrical Engineer/Electronic Technician

HAROLD WRIGHT

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ELECTRICAL ENGINEER/ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN

PROFILE

Highly motivated electronics technician, electrical engineering graduate, and military veteran with management skills for innovation, implementing improvements, and delivering results. Seeking an engineer or technician position to enhance my progressive thinking, challenge my analytical problem solving, and further develop my leadership ability.

EDUCATION

Southern Illinois University (SIU) – Carbondale, IL B.S. Electrical Engineering 2009 - 2014

Relevant Courses: Electronics, Analog & Digital Circuit Design, Signals, Systems & Control, Electromagnetic Fields, Electromechanical Energy Conversion, Math Methods in Engineering (Statistics), Data Communication Networks, Software Engineering, Biomedical Imaging, and Synthesis with Hardware Description Languages.

Senior Capstone Design Project: Engaged in cross-functional engineering design with The Boeing Company for a conceptual fighter jet crew station. Designed innovative control system for multiple unmanned aerial vehicles.

Independent Study: Extensive research on the effects of hearing loss in relation to interrupted, intermittent, and time varying non-Gaussian noise exposure.

Activities: National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), Senator of Student Chapter; Saluki Military Veterans RSO; Student Member; IEEE, Student Member.

Community service: Tutored math and science to at-risk youth at Thomas Elementary School and various projects with Carbondale Children’s Science Center.

Other Skills: Languages- MATLAB/SIMULINK, Mathematica, VHDL/Verilog, Python, C++;

Software- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), AutoCad, Pspice, OPNET, Wireshark;

Miscellaneous - Closed Circuit Video Surveillance and various security detection systems.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Independent researcher, analyst, and problem solver. Currently engaged in continued education on PLC programming, SAP applications and continuous improvement concepts including total quality management (TQM), total productive maintenance (TPM), daily management, 5S, 5 Why, 8D, FMEA, SMED, value stream mapping, visual management, waste elimination, lean manufacturing, six sigma, kaizen, and root cause analysis.

Military veteran with the ability to work and cross-train in fast-paced environments.

Applied just-in-time (JIT) supply-chain procedures with military motor pool and aviation maintenance units.

Strong interpersonal, communication, technical writing and presentation skills amongst colleagues and customers.

Ability to multi-task while maintaining a high level of personal organization with attention to detail.

Previous managerial roles with experience directing strategic oversight, data collection, statistical analysis, project management, accounting, and customer service skills.

Effective trouble-shooter with strong “hands-on” ability.

Able to read, interpret blueprints, schematics, technical plans, drawings, models, and computer generated reports.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE IN MILITARY, MANUFACTURING, LOGISTICS & RETAIL

Magna International /Innertech Division – Nashville, IL 2014 - Present

Electronics Technician as a team member of Technical Service Group at a designated for maintenance and electronic projects in a high pressure industrial TS/ISO 16949 and ISO 14001 certified injection mold automotive parts manufacturing factory.

Assist in maintenance of electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on automated press production equipment.

Assist in trouble shooting and repairs on assembly machines.

Assist in set up of production equipment for new product launches and existing maintenance projects on the facility.

Assists robot engineer in modification to PLC and PC Programs on production and facility equipment.

Perform maintenance on low and medium voltage electrical systems.

Cross-trained by other team members to collectively assist in electronics, mechanical, tool and die, hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and HVAC fields.

Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Southern Illinois Healthcare – Carbondale, IL 2009 - 2014

Patient Care Assistant/Sitter observed, recorded and reported social and psychiatric behavior, as well as physical conditions for medically and mentally ill acute and sub-acute patients.

Established a therapeutic medical relationship with patients while maintaining constant and continuous communication with medical providers and staff.

Provided one-to-one care essential to treatment plans.

Assisted in maintaining and providing a clean, safe environment.

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Chicago Magnesium Foundry – Blue Island, IL 2008 - 2009

Inventory Clerk/Core Maker independently shaped core moldings for manufacturing company specializing in commercial and military aircraft engine magnesium and aluminum castings.

Assisted managing engineers in revising standard operating procedure to organize excess inventory by marking stock items using identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools, and other labeling equipment.

Verified inventory logs in comparison to physical counts of stock, and investigated discrepancies and adjusted errors.

Maintained tools and equipment in storage area in compliance with safety regulations.

Legacy Marketing Partners – Chicago, IL 2007 - 2008

Event Supervisor effectively managed staff of up to 10 personnel and oversaw daily operations to ensure client objectives and budgets were met and exceeded for promotional product branding events.

Generated accurate post-event reports using online reporting system to capture key goals/metrics specified, and optimized effectiveness for each program.

Developed and maintained effective communications with other departments to ensure accurate and timely flow of information and identified opportunities to improve processes.

Executed events including managing on-site event activities with team members utilizing creative problem solving.

Received and distributed inventory, and assembled branded promotional product placement.

Kmart, LLC/Meldisco/Footstar – Homewood, IL 2002 – 2003

Retail Department Manager supervised up to 5 personnel and compiled daily reports to reflect inventory and transactions.

Actively engaged and educated consumers on the brand while reacting to promotional merchandise pricing to exceed revenue of projected sales.

Scheduled work hours to department payroll guidelines budget.

Continuously exceeded quarterly projected sales by up to 15% of goal set by previous manager.

Conducted investigations of alleged pilferage by employees and customers resulting in preventive loss and recovery of approximately $10,000 of merchandise.

United States Army – International 1999 – 2007

Automated Logistic Specialist included multiple duties equivalent to civilian professions as a Quality Assurance Coordinator, Stockroom Clerk, Material Handler, Warehouseman, Dispatcher and Security/Peace Officer.

Supervised a staff of up to 15 personnel while providing assistance to other stockroom, warehouse, or storage yard workers in high paced environments.

Received a division award for assistance in transformation and construction of a storage yard to more efficient workspace.

Utilized U.S. Army computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to process work orders within aviation maintenance, combat support warehouse and motor pool dispatch unit.

Maintained records on equipment usage, operation, maintenance, modification and calibration.

Requisitioned and audited inventory storage level orders and verified shipping documents.

Served as the liaison between military and civilian personnel (domestic & foreign) to ensure high quality job performance and quality customer service.

Determined proper storage methods, identification, and stock location based on turnover, environmental factors, physical capabilities of facilities and disposal of hazardous materials.

Backed up daily stock logs to Standard Army Retail Supply System (SARSS1) database.

CERTIFICATION

Six Sigma Black Belt Professional (SSBBP) Certification 2015

Bachelor of Science Degree, Electrical Engineering 2014

Forklift, Crane Operator and Aerial Lift Training 2014

Personal Protective Equipment and Lock-Out/Tag-Out Procedure Training 2014

Illinois Diagnostic Energy Training 2013

Standard Army Retail Supply System (SARSS1) 2002

Unit Level Logistics Supply (ULLS-G) 2001

Automated Logistics Specialist Occupation 2000

Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Training Course 2000

Driver Training-Heavy Duty Equipment 2000

Excellent references available upon request

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