Summary

Energy Engineering graduate with strong technical background and an established record of problem solving through the diverse application of solutions desires to combine experience, a passion for contemporary engineering, conservation, and efficiency into an engineering career.

Highlights

Technical plan execution

Exceptional troubleshooting skills

Complex problem solver

Systems design

Operation analysis

Electrical design

Power distribution

Creative interpersonal communication

Critical thinker

Diverse expertise

Education

Oregon State University – Cascades, Bend, OR, March 2017

Bachelor of Science in Energy Systems Engineering, Minor in Business Entrepreneurship, 3.1 GPA

Projects

Oregon State University Senior Capstone Design Project, 2016-2017

Collaborated with team to design, prototype, and implement energy monitoring system for residence hall occupants.

Related Coursework

Energy Distribution, Energy Storage, Energy Consumption Analysis, Energy Regulation (Law), Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Electrical Fundamentals, Simulation, Industrial Systems Optimization, Project Management, Financial Management, Statistics, Dynamics, Project Design, Statics, Strengths of Materials

Experience

Engineering R&D Intern, Chase Doors, Redmond, OR, September 2016 to November 2016

Audit, quantify, and report system inefficiencies through communication with production personnel to minimize downtimes

Generate templates and enter design specifications in VCarve for CNC design and production

Develop and categorize highly detailed inventory system in Excel for foundation of CMMS system

Independent Contractor/Technician, 12 Volt to Go/Custom Electrical, Redmond, OR, 2007 – Present

Create solutions for electrical and mechanical systems within budget constraints

Design and install custom high quality custom vehicle electrical systems

Document job needs, provide estimates, and maintain inventory to meet current demand

Complete PC upgrade contract projects with Chase Bank protecting confidential customer data

Network Technician, Qwest Communications, Bend, OR, 2000 – 2007

Troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain telecommunications networks in an independent environment in accordance with NEC regulations

Train staff and customers on proper use and care of equipment

Implement field PM system reducing systems outages resulting in increased system reliability

Lead System Technician, Bureau of Land Management, Prineville, OR 1999 – 2000

Evaluate and write technical reports on existing voice and data communications infrastructure

Develop and implement internal and interagency intranet system for Bureau and Forest Service

Communications Systems Analyst 2, Oregon State Police, Bend, OR, 1995 – 1999

Design, install, and maintain remote power systems including solar, wind, thermoelectric, AC generators, DC/DC converters, and battery systems

Develop preventive maintenance schedule resulting in substantial system reliability and cost savings

Design and fabricate custom upgrades to integrate existing equipment with new technologies

Repair, calibrate, maintain, and install mobile and fixed telecommunication systems

Create foundational database to track large volumes of repairs streamlining repair process

Ground Radio Repair Technician, United States Marine Corps, Tustin, CA, 1992 – 1994

Manage others and work with team to maintain, calibrate, and install telecommunication systems

Technical Skills

Microsoft Office, Soldering, multimeters, oscilloscopes, frequency generators, power supplies, spectrum analyzers, diverse hand and power tools, SolidWorks, VCarve, FrontPage, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, LabVIEW

Other work and Activities

Student Outreach, Computer Lab Attendant OSU Cascades, Bend, OR, 2015 – 2016

Math Tutor, Central Oregon Community College, Bend, OR, 2013 – 2015

Volunteer Fishing Instructor, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Bend, OR, 2015 – Present

Group Facilitator, Community Support Group, Redmond, OR, 2007 – 2014

Professional Memberships

Student Association of Energy Engineers, OSU-Cascades, Bend, OR, 2013 – Present

Certifications

College Reading & Learning Association Certification Level 1 Tutor

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