Ober D. Bower

Winston Salem, NC Tel: 309-***-**** Email: adw9ak@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

Experienced Electrical/Mechanical Engineer in search of a position that will utilize my many skills in design, prototyping, testing, and project documentation.

Summary

Experience in prototype development, environmental and electromagnetic compatibility testing, test plan development and technical documentation development. Extensive Pro-Engineer/Creo and 3D modeling experience with a proven ability to excel in cross-functional projects working with multi-disciplinary teams, suppliers and customers to meet program objectives.

Key Skills

●CREO Electronic and Mechanical Design

●Electronic System Development and Validation Testing

●Project Planning/Management

●Electrical and Mechanical Layout/Packaging

●Prepare Project/Product documentation

●Performed Purchasing/Logistics for projects components

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Entegee, Inc Apr 2021 – Apr 2023

Key Role

Technical Preparation Engineer – Volvo Trucks North America

●Explore chassis harness routings for CRR eMob Truck (6700 Platform)

EASi LLC Aug 2020-Mar 2021

Greensboro, NC

Key Role

Design Engineer 3 – Caterpillar - BCP

●Design new components for engine installation for new Skid Steer Loaders and Compact Track Loaders

●Route new fuel, coolant and air intake lines.

Entegee, Inc Jan 2020-Apr 2020

Greensboro, NC

Key Role

Technical Preparation Engineer – Volvo Trucks North America

●Prepare documentation for production outlining Friday/Monday changes to Cab Electrical.

●Validate Engineering changes to Cab Electrical before releasing to production.

●Validate installation of new electrical systems to Cabs across production lines.

Belcan Engineering Group, LLC Jan 2006-Oct 2019

Peoria, IL

Responsible for component and system development validation, EMC and environmental testing. Prepared project documentation, and project planning. Served as technical lead for projects as well as trained and mentored junior engineers and designers. Work was performed with Creo/Pro-Engineer and Team Center.

Key Roles

Engineer – Caterpillar 2018-2019

●Developed Track Roller Frame Concept Castings for the Undercarriage Group.

●Routed harnesses for Collision Avoidance and Awareness System (CAAS) on Off Highway Trucks and Hydraulic Excavator machines.

●Created layout concepts for new all Electric Fracking Trailer for oil and gas wells.

Engineer – John Deere 2018

●Investigated cost reduction proposals for the Sugar Cane Harvester and Flex Draper

Test/Validation Engineer – Caterpillar 2011-2017

●Provided leadership in system and component validation and documentation which reduced testing cycle time and cost.

●Designed components for the aftermarket that resulted in system cost reductions and increased profits

●Built low-level digital and low voltage analog circuits to mimic sensors for performing ECM and environmental testing and product verification. Selected fuses to protect newly developed products.

●Worked with Supply Management to eliminate duplicate parts by consolidation of parts, reducing the number of suppliers, and reducing cost.

Lead Engineer – Hamilton Sundstrand (Orion Program) 2009 - 2011

●Led a group of engineers in the development of heat exchangers, accumulators, and pumps.

Project Lead – Caterpillar 2008 - 2009

●Led development of an engine enclosure, platform, and sound damping panels for large wheel loaders.

Project Lead – Enercon/Caterpillar 2006 – 2007

●Provided manufacturing and logistic schedules as well as design support for the development of two new 1-Megawatt power modules.

CBT Companies Aug 2000-Jan 2006

Moline, IL

Responsible for design and detailing of systems and components for clients. Mentored junior designers and detailers on Pro/Engineer. Assisted the company Systems Administrator on the UNIX workstations.

Key Roles

Product Designer – Case IH 2005 - 2006

●Designed a Clean Grain Elevator system for the Case IH 2388 Combine to increase throughput and grain yields.

Senior Engineering Designer – John Deere 2000 - 2005

●Provided Pro/Engineer support for the Bearing Standards Team, and consulted on hydraulic hose routings

●Designed new castings, machined and sheet metal parts for the HyDrives Team

Senior Engineering Designer – Phoenix International 2004

●Led the design and prototype build of a robotic platform

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Electronic Engineering Technology

Hamilton Technical College, Davenport, IA

GPA 3.89

Introduction to Fracture Analysis

Hamilton Sundstrand

Introduction to Project Management

University of Wisconsin

Certificate of Completion – Drafting

Carver Career and Technical Education Center

GPA 4.0

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