Project management, manager, start up, supervisor, tester

Shawn Nowatzki

716-***-**** ***** Day Rd. Holland, NY 14080

adhorq@r.postjobfree.com

High-Performing and Competent Professional with valuable years of experience in electrical servicing, high and low voltage testing, and maintaining various types of power distribution equipment. Adept in providing leadership, direction, and motivation to team members with proven success in managing project execution, in-plant quality assurance, and compliance with occupational safety standards. Comprehensive understanding of the skills needed to manage production, train and supervise staff, stay within budgetary parameters, and implement cutting-edge solutions to address opportunities and organizational growth. Offer transferable skills and expertise in the field of electrical and power engineering industry.

Core Qualifications

Successfully managed and spearheaded the deployment of test cycle time on a production unit from 13 days to 7 days, and 20 to 10 days on a new design.

Played a key role in the commissioning of the new test lab at Niagara transformer by implementing the design for the test transformer lay-out and placement in the facility.

Implemented cost-saving measures and process improvements initiatives that resulted to company savings of over 20 million due to test filature analysis and running the TFAT team 4; 100k- 4 million dollar transformers and 208V up to 765KV units.

Reputation for maintaining and improving services at above-standard levels; integrates training and best practices with focus on Lean principles and reinforced by Process Control, Kaizen, Total Productive Maintenance, Key Performance Indicator, and OSHA compliance.

In-depth knowledge and understanding of NEC Code, AC and DC circuits, PLCs, power equipment systems, digital circuits, electrical wiring and cabling, troubleshooting, repairing, analyzing voltage and electrical load, and interpreting blueprints and complex schematics.

Work Experiences

Tesla Buffalo, NY November 2019-Present

Test Engineering Tech

Building, maintaining, operating and troubleshooting high-power, high-speed electro-mechanical equipment used for testing electric motors, drive units, energy and charging products.

Creating system level diagrams for custom electronics/systems

Construct and rework prototype SMT and PTH printed circuit board assemblies

Procurement and part management of electronic parts and supplies

Acquire and maintain tools and calibrated devices

Create and update Bill of Materials of new products and revisions

Provide build and status updates along with improvement opportunities to the team

Took a large stake of ownership in Super Charger V2 cabinet production as the line suffered from numerous production issues related to associate attrition and absence of line leads/supervision

Became stand-in lead for engineering and several aspects of production on SC2 carried out extensive amount of SC2, Inverter cabinet, EOL testing and debugging, ensuring that production consistently met build plan

Created detailed troubleshooting guides and tools on SC2 functional, EOL testing and debugging

MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC POWER PRODUCTS, INC. Memphis, TN December 2017-January 2020

Test Supervisor

Provides supervision to the staff and the daily operations; ensures optimum production performance by encouraging conformance with Company policies, procedures, and customer specifications. Manages the scheduling of the day-today work priorities and adheres to high-standard operating procedure in order to maintain quality products and services. Analyzes the work flow in each station and develops sustainable process to attain efficient utilization of resources. Conducts performance evaluation and offers coaching to support the overall development, productivity, and efficiency of all team members.

Rendered common understanding of risk management objectives and initiated programs intended to address risk through cost-saving measures, efficient use of equipment, and minimizing utility expenses.

Established functional objectives for the recruitment, selection, orientation, training, coaching, and job functions to promote competitiveness and productivity.

Conducted regular toolbox meeting with team members to maintain workplace safety and harmonious relationship with staff.

Delivered all stated project timelines and promptly resolved issues relating to production without compromising the service and standard.

SPX TRANSFORMER SOLUTIONS Goldsboro, NC July 2016-December 2017

Lead Test Technician

Gained invaluable exposure in conducting testing of various controls systems including, oil systems, LTCs, and Nitrogen systems. Charged with programming of the electronic temperature monitors and calibrating remote temperature probes as well as performed interpreting and changing schematics per emerging approval.

Demonstrated proficiency in executing dielectric testing for the medium and high voltage transformers.

Implemented on-time troubleshooting and performed repairs by adjusting, calibrating, aligning, and modifying circuits and components.

NIAGARA TRANSFORMER Buffalo, NY March 2013-July 2016

Test Technician

Exhibited technical expertise in performing preliminary testing of new transformers throughout the stages of the build process and utilized familiarity with various test equipment to check resistance and ratio of the coils, power factor, impulse testing, SFRA testing, RIV/PD tests.

Prepared documentation of the testing results and executed troubleshooting procedures to all issues detected in the transformers.

Established customers trust and professional rapports by providing regular updates and submitting engineering test reports for approval.

VALVOLINE INSTANT OIL CHANGE Buffalo, NY December 2009-March 2013

Store Manager

Fulfilled a significant function in managing the four corners of the store and provided close supervision to 6 employees while rendering top-class customer service. Oversaw operations and ensured top-class quality for all services. Performed hands-on monitoring during changing oil service, checking air pressure in tires, and maintained organize and workplace friendly store.

HECTORS HARDWARE Depew, NY December 2005 – May 2009

Delivery and Small Engine Repairman

Rendered repair services for lawnmower, snow blower repairs, window and screen repairs. Managed store inventory and facilitated receiving and documenting deliveries. Performed general administrative duties and served as customer service representative responsible for answering calls and customer inquiries.

Academic Qualifications

ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE GETZVILLE, NY

Associate of Occupational Studies – Computer Electronics Technology March 2013

CETA Certified

Technical Proficiencies

Electronic Test Equipment Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, Function Generators, Power Supplies

Logic Probes

Soldering Skills Surface Mount Technology, Surface Mount LEDs, Surface Mount Resistors

Electrical Circuits Constructing, Analyzing, Testing, and Troubleshooting of digital and storage circuits

Time-Delay Relays ON-delay timers, OFF-delay timers, Retentive timers

Car Electronics Installing in-dash LED’s, wiring car radios, electronic gauges, installing security systems

Computer Skills Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access), Windows 2000/XP and Windows Vista, Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Flash, Dreamweaver), Programming in Raptor and Python, and Auto CAD (Inventor)

Others Programming of PLC’s using ladder logic, Electronic Communication circuits and systems

Memberships/Affiliations

Linkon’s Last Chance Animal Rescue, Inc. Board Member

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