Technical

JOHN DEYOUNG Bethesda, MD *****

Tel: 929-***-**** *********@*********.***

US Citizen Secret Clearance (inactive)

Skilled in technical writing, process analysis, negotiation, costing, problem solving, continuous improvement, teamwork, supplier management, contracts and dispute resolution. Background in new product development & NPI, manufacturing, procurement, and psychology. EXPERIENCE

Senior Technical Writer (Transit) May 2024 – Present Parsons Corporation, Washington, DC

•. Write, edit and review technical specifications for SCADA and Traction Power systems.

•. Consult with SMEs and engineers for technical accuracy of PM manuals and specifications.

•. Research and verify applicability of standards to specifications.

•. Utilize MasterSpec, Procore, MS Suite and TEAMS. Senior Technical Writer (Transit) June 2020 – April 2024 Delon Hampton and Associates, Washington, DC

•. Write, edit and review technical specifications for large tunnel fans, dampers, air handling systems, building automation systems (BAS), valves, piping systems, pumps, evaporation units, motors, sewage ejector systems, transformers, rectifiers, and associated equipment.

•. Develop Statements of Work (SOW) for removal & replacement of industrial HVAC units, chillers, exhaust fans and supporting equipment in subway tunnels and railway stations.

•. Consult with SMEs and engineers for technical accuracy of PM manuals and specifications.

•. Research and verify applicability of standards to specifications.

•. Manage documentation database and maintain updated documents. Lead Technical Trainer & Technical Writer October 2015 - June 2020 Kawasaki Rail Car, Inc., Yonkers, NY

•. Reviewed and edited vendors’ illustrated parts catalogs, preventive maintenance manuals, integrated schematics manuals, tool and test equipment manuals, and official company letters.

•. Developed training instructor guides, student guides, evaluations and presentations.

•. Read blueprints, BOMs, and technical specifications to ensure standards were met.

•. Used defined electronic documentation procedures to track all correspondence.

•. Consulted with engineers to clarify technical details & accuracy of documents & drawings.

•. Trained transit employees to operate and maintain train systems (HVAC, brakes, lighting, doors, propulsion, passenger counting, coupling/uncoupling).

•. Project manager for LIRR M-9 Railcar manuals & training contract. Global Sourcing Manager (Procurement) March 2007 – July 2015 DRI Relays Inc., Hauppauge, NY

Direct Report to CEO/Company Owner. Annual Tooling Budget: $200K, Capital Equipment

(CAPEX) Budget: $500K.

•. – Started as Global Sourcing Engineer and was promoted to Manager after 3-months.

•. 3 Purchasing Managers (NY, France, India) reported to me.

•. Stabilized the purchasing department through strategic planning & sourcing of components, processes and equipment, working closely with Engineering, Quality and Accounting Departments at 3 assembly plants.

•. Developed and managed new suppliers in Mexico, India, France, UK, Switzerland, & USA.

•. CAPEX justification, sourcing, packaging, delivery logistics of equipment, tooling & materials.

•. Taught vendors how to improve processes to increase productivity and quality.

•. Qualified 2nd sources of specialized materials and manufacturing processes.

•. Sourced specialized machinery for our vendors to purchase and use in producing our parts.

•. Led procurement of 2 air-cooled laser marking systems, doubling output, eliminating need for a chiller and 2-hour bake cycle, reducing direct labor by 50%.

•. Commodity management, supplier selection, early purchasing involvement, material selection, technology assessment, contract negotiations, total cost analysis for new product launch and product transfers between manufacturing sites in the USA, France and India.

•. Exceeded cost reduction targets 8-years in a row, and improved quality of components.

•. Introduced advanced fixturing for gold electroplating, eliminating need for manual-wiring.

•. Eliminated burn hazards by introducing induction heating for brazing.

•. Replaced expensive machined pins with faster production precision cold headed pins.

•. Reduced R&D time from 3-months to 2-weeks with laser-cut plastic insulators.

•. Replaced labels and expanded polystyrene with transparent recycled plastic packaging.

•. Led procurement of air-cooled laser marking systems, doubling output, eliminating need for a chiller and 2-hour bake cycle.

•. Procured a specialized machine designed for machining graphite without seizing bearings. New Product Specialist October 2004 – Dec. 2006

Kubota Manufacturing of America, Gainesville, GA

Reported to Purchasing Director. Annual direct spend: $28 million, indirect: $500,000.

•. Managed procurement functions for new product development, exceeding program objectives for milestone completion dates and cost targets.

•. Sourced machined, cast, laser-cut, shaped, pierced & stamped metal parts for all new models.

•. Conducted vendor pricing analysis, contract review, & negotiated cost reductions.

•. Developed and implemented supplier management and development strategies.

•. Led negotiations between English and Japanese speakers at vendor locations.

•. Identified, visited, evaluated, and managed new suppliers. EDUCATION

Master of Science, Education, 2004

Shenandoah University, Winchester, VA

Master of Arts, Education, 1990

Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY

Bachelor of Science, Industrial Technology, 1988

Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY

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