Engineer Software
Resume:
WILLIAM WESTERN
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Summary
I have an excellent track record working with global teams and management. Continuous improvement is my methodology. Good knack for spotting a less than ideal design. Highlights
Microsoft Office ETAS INCA, dSPACE
Develop engine and transmission software Structural testing embedded systems development Matlab and Simulink
Complex problem solver Strong decision maker
Excellent communicator Project management
Team Leadership
Unix, Linux
Accomplishments
3 patents for algorithm design
co-authored SAE paper
Group Leader for diagnostics, only GM Powertrain team to meet ODB-II IPTV Experience
Sr. Project Engineer
General Motors
Global Tools lead for Engine, Transmission and Chassis prototype controllers. Specified 32 bit uP's and peripheral uP's for embedded tools integration. Software development for MS Excel calibration tool suite. budget.
Calibration OBD-II engine diagnostics
Software development for Clutch to Clutch transmission. Team Group Leader for OBD-II diagnostic algorithms. Design Leader for component vehicle wiring.
Lab testing of mechanical / electrical components, sub-systems, body and vehicle. Machine shop student worker
Oakland Community College
Made test specimens for strength and materials class. Organized tool room
Cleaned machinery
Mechanic
Calley Sierra Chevrolet Dealership
Rebuilt engines
Fixed engine problems
Light mechanic and yard worker
Vitoviz Brothers
12/2012 to 03/1976
Milford, Michigan
08/1975 to 02/1976
Auburn Hills, Michigan
03/1974 to 11/1974
Ferndale, Michigan
08/1973 to 05/1974
Detroit, Michigan
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Years of experience working in many facets of General Motors engineering. Fluent in assembly, C, C++, Modula, Java, VBA
Boss Kettering award recipient, saving GM $70 - 90 million annually plus patent royalties from OBD-II diagnostic My electrical design team provided harness designs for 187 component/prototype vehicles in one year. Worked with RCP PDT members on different assignments, control licenses, equipment with a $450K annual Light mechanical work on trucks and equipment.
Load and unload trucks with hi-lo.
Delivered paychecks to job sites.
Cleaned storage yard.
Gas pumper - summer
Gas Station
Pumped gas
Cook
London Derby Fish & Chips
Cook
Education
Bachelor of Science: Technology
Lawrence Technological University
GPA about 2.92
Associate of Science: Microprocessor Technology
Oakland Community College
GPA about 3.0
Associate of Science: Automotive Technology
Oakland Community College
GPA about 3.2
Auto Mechanics
Michigan Career Institute
Interests
Restoring classic vehicles:
2 - 1957 Chevrolet Belair's
1950 3100 Chevrolet truck
1977 Porsche 911S Targa
1985 S10 for drag racing
Fabrication; welding and sheet metal
Golf
Additional Information
Patents:
U.S. 6,550,316 Engine Off Natural Vacuum (EONV)
U.S. 6,974,251 Ambient Air Temperature Prediction
U.S. 7,793,489 Six Sigma fuel control
Chairman's Honor Award Nominee 2002 EONV.
2 suggestion awards - Vehicle Simulator hydraulic system redesign and safety. Skills
06/1972 to 08/1972
Royal Oak, Michigan
06/1970 to 08/1970
Royal Oak, Michigan
1989
Southfield, MI, US
1979
Auburn Hills, MI, US
1978
Auburn Hills, Michigan, US
1974
Detroit, Michigan, US
Working on my house and landscaping (John Deere tractor with front end loader and backhoe) 1 Recognition award - creating Technical Team for Engineering Standardization Of Work. Initial Oil Level algorithm (Cost savings by eliminating stand alone electronic module). I am a certified GM recruiter.
Love working with leading edge technology.
Good at multi-tasking.
Worked in all aspects of software; architecture, specifications, algorithms development, coding, testing and validation.
Worked with on and off board processes; JTAG, AUTOSAR, National Register, CARB regulations, ISO 26262. Worked with communications; CAN, ICAN, FlexRay, SPI. Great knowledge of development tools; ETAS INCA, (dSPACE HIL and RCP), (Lauterbach and P&E Microsystems debuggers), Matlab and Simulink.
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