Engineer Mechanical

MATTHEW ZIETLOW

Summary

**** ******* ****** ****, ****, WI 54963

Cell: 920-***-**** - **************@*****.***

Mechanical Engineer with more than 7 years of experience in engineering with hands on professional automotive troubleshooting/diagnostics background. Experience includes government and independent test site management, root cause failure analysis, and test design/plan formulation.

Highlights

Root Cause failure analysis

Talented technical writer

Strategic prioritization

Mechanically hands on

Mechanical design, analysis and troubleshooting expert

Experience

Contract Project Engineer

December 14, 2014 – September 30, 2016

Fairbanks Morse Engine Beloit, WI

Government contract interpretation

Performed marine medium speed diesel engine/generator testing (emergency start, cooling, overload, emissions analysis, etc)

Emergency Diesel Generator (EDG) nuclear seismic testing (IEEE 343) project planning/design

Deliverable / Report / Test / Assembly Procedure writing and review

Mentored new engineers

Test Facility P&ID correction/design

Drawing review, correction and approval

Data analysis

System inspection, design and troubleshooting

NAVSEA, General Dynamics Electric Boat, ITAR and NOFORN document familiarity

Medium speed diesel service class (OP)

Oracle familiarity

Machine Shop Technician and Dyno Operator

September 2014 – December 2014

Goodwin Competition Omro, WI

Dyno testing and engine tuning (ex: modified 2015 LT1 Corvette engine, Goodwin 1850 Hp Marine engine)

Carburetion/ECU calibration/mapping

Engine tear down/failure analysis.

Engine assembly

Engine machining

Component selection for application

Turbocharger system design

Automotive Technician

October 2013 – June 2014, February 2003 to June 2008

Sunset Service Kimberly, WI

Diagnosed automotive failures quickly and efficiently; not just changing parts.

Specialized in drivability and electrical diagnostics.

Communicated with customers regarding vehicle issues and potential repairs.

Formerly ASE certified (elapsed) in Engine Performance, Steering Suspension and Alignment, Electrical, and Brakes.

Test and Development Engineer

June 2008 to September 2013

Oshkosh Corporation (manufacturer of heavy wheeled military vehicles) Oshkosh, WI

Contributed to Banks' engine dyno calibration (tuning) for the LCTV program. Determined compressor was too small for application despite Banks' insufficient charge air cooler suggestion.

Performed application approval testing . Examples are:engine/transmission cooling tests (water dyno affixed post transfer case) for powertrain application approval ( e.g. CAT, Detroit, Allison). Including charge air cooler effectiveness testing (pressure drop, temp delta), turbo inlet restriction testing, engine backpressure testing, etc

Performed fuel economy testing across multiple platforms and conditions (payloads, terrain, exporting power, etc).

Traveled to government on-site locations to oversee/prepare vehicular cooling tests. Traveled to on-site locations to perform troubleshooting/diagnostics/testing. Performed FMVSS testing.

Coordinated contractors, technicians and other project team members to deliver quality data/testing/analysis in the specified time frame.

Created standards, methods, processes and procedures for testing components and systems

Carefully selected testing methods, fabrication and product designs.

Maintained timely and accurate oral and written technical reports regarding assigned engineering activities.

Maintained open and effective communications with project teams, vendors and customers.

Conducted research to test and analyze equipment and system feasibility, design, operation and performance.

Wrote protocols, qualification documents, test plans and test reports to provide effective quality control.

Education

Bachelor of Science: Mechanical Engineering, 2007

University Of Wisconsin Platteville, WI, USA

Accomplishments

Continuing Education

Commercial engine cooling system SAE course completed to aid in cooling test knowledge and design improvement

Hydraulic Course (taught by Rick Ott, Price Engineering) completed to improve hydraulic test stand design

and vehicular hydraulics troubleshooting

Project Management

Worked directly with the management and government to determine the most efficient test plan possible

(M-ATV and L-ATV projects)

Led Yuma, AZ test site for durability and performance testing; M-ATV. Presently inactive secret security Clearance.

Led NATC (Carson City, NV) test site for durability and performance testing; L-ATV and others

Formulated prioritized test plans to ensure the most value added activity was occurring due to aggressive scheduling

Recreation- Turbocharger System Design and Implementation

Designed, fabricated, and installed turbocharger system on various non turbo equipped vehicles for myself and friends

Compressor/turbine selection, fuel pump/plumbing selection, charge air cooler selection, engine component selection/modification, etc

Engine ECU selection/integration/calibration

Carburetor calibration and modification

Utilized DAQ and track data for testing calibrations and improvements

Ford AAA Student Auto Skills Troubleshooting Competition (2002) Earned 1st place written in the State of Wisconsin

Placed 5th overall in live competition in the State of Wisconsin

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