Frank J Harper
Columbia, TN 38401
Mobile: 650-***-****
Email: ******@*****.***
Profile
As a Senior Engineering Technician, I worked in Silicon Valley for 30 years in the manufacturing testing, building, repairing, and calibration of electronic/mechanical equipment and systems.
Skills
Electrical/Mechanical assembly
Test Protocol Development
Write Manufacturing Process Instructions
Calibrate Electronic Test Equipment
Proficient use of CAD software; AutoCAD SolidWorks/Autodesk Inventor/CREO
Machine parts using Bridgeport Mill, and Lathe
Use of the U.S. Navy 6-Step Troubleshooting Method
Validate Quality Control procedures
Knowledge of DC & AC circuits
Consult on engineering design
Build, Test, repair electrical/mechanical equip
Maintain High Current Power Supply systems
Process Development for new untested equip
Experience
CAD Drafter (SHORT-TERM CONTRACT) 08/2011 – 09/2011
Adtec Technology – Fremont, CA
Modified existing designs to meet customer specifications or design changes
Analyzed drawings for accuracy and completeness according to established drafting standards
Created detailed CAD drawing of mechanical components and assemblies from sketches and verbal instructions
SENIOR ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 06/1998 – 09/2008
Abbott Laboratories – Santa Clara, CA
Build, test, modify, equipment used to manufacture, test, and certify all catheter, stents, and guide wires
Increased Pilot Line process development yields by implementing and enhanced preventative maintenance
Program.
Performed IQ,OQ,PQ tests on new and legacy equipment transferred from R & D to manufacturing production
Conducted regular scheduled Preventative Maintenance on all equipment used in R & D, and production
Trained production personnel in accordance with company, department, 21CFR, ISO, GLP, and GMP guidelines
Senior Equipment Tech, Physical Science & Eng Tech, Senior Computer Operator 08/1975 – 09/1998
Worked for Stanford Linear Accelerator Center, Hewlett-Packard, Complimate Inc., Manpower Inc.
Education
De Anza, Foothill, Mission colleges: Engineering Design Cupertino, Los Altos, Santa Clara, CA
National Tooling & Machining Association San Jose, CA
Basic Electronics Preparatory School Naval Training Center, San Diego, CA
A School, Radar School NTC, Treasure Island, San Francisco, CA
Nuclear Submarine School U.S. Naval Submarine Base, Groton, CT