Electrical Design Engineer

FERNANDEL M. FERNANDEZ

*** ********* ******, ***********, ******** 60046-4931

Mobile: (847) 212 – 2492

e-mail: ***.***********@*****.***

OBJECTIVE: To utilize more than 35 years of experience with Electrical/Electronic Engineering in Product Development. SPECIALTY: Product Development, Product Management, Marketing, Research, Test/QA Validation, Manufacturing, Power Supplies, Wireless Technology, Controls, International Business, Experience interfacing with Suppliers and Partners. EMPLOYMENT:

Electrical Design/Compliance Engineer Nov 2019–Sept 2024 WEG Electric Company

WEG is the largest industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world producing more than 21 million annually. Accomplishments:

R & D Support on Motor Controls and PMDC Motors. Worked as both Electrical Design/Quality Engineer.

Electrical Design Engineer works on Design on Automatic Control for Carriage (PMDC Motor Controls) VFD Controls, SCR Controller, Compact Oscillator (Stepper Motor Control) System.

Electrical Design Engineer works on PMDC Motor Design; From 12VDC to 180 VDC up to HP. Job Duties:

Review Engineering documents for accuracy prior to release from Engineering to Production. Generate and/or reviews of Customer Change Requests, Engineering Change Orders and Engineering Deviation Notifications as required.

Develops prototype designs, performs generation of PC schematic, board layout/package and BOM.

Oversees the Engineering Lab. Design and Create Test Fixtures to Test Released Controls and PMDC Motors for Manufacturing.

Study and propose use of new technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes to minimize production costs and/or meet specific application requirements.

Responsible for electronics components qualification and capability of understanding the product function, manufacturing processes and materials. Evaluate, propose and conduct projects on existing product lines designs to improve manufacturability and/or reduce cost. Microcontroller, IC (Regulator, I2C, CAN, Opto- Isolators)FETS, Printed Circuit Boards (PCB’s), Wound components (Transformer/Inductors), Digital and Analog discrete components, Relays, IC’s, Cables and Connectors.

Worked closely with multiple Components Suppliers such as Cypress; Power Integration (PI); Dialog; Texas Instrument (TI); ON Semiconductor; Fujitsu; ST and others for product research and design reference.

Deal with Product certification such us UL (UL 1004-1/UL 1004-3), CE, CSA.

Design software proficiency: both Electrical and Mechanical. Altium 24.3.0 (PCB layout/schematic/BOM) and on both SolidWorks and Draftsight (to be able to support Mechanical Design modification).

Knowledge in designing and writing firmware for microcontrollers as well as MCU/MPU Firmware (ARM). Electrical Design Engineer/ Field Application Engineer Jan 2017 –Sep 2019 Contract Employee (Offsite)

Energear

Energear is the supplier of Power Delivery Power (PD) Supplies and Solutions to leading organizations throughout the world.

Accomplishments:

R & D Support on Power Product Line. Worked as both Electrical/Quality Engineer.

Worked on Design, Qualifications, Specifications, Certifications, Test and Manufacturing of Power Products (Vehicle, Wall Chargers & Cables)/USB IF PD/PPS/QC4.0+.

Visits current and potential US customers for Technical/Business support. Job Duties:

Electrical Engineering design in support for standard and custom solutions on USB IF Power Delivery

(Vehicle, Wall, Battery Pack (Lithium)) and Wireless charging solution. Creates, controls and delivers a Product Specification referencing different Standards.

Experience on Altium 22.0.0 (PCB layout/schematic/BOM).

Worked with Program Managers of each Project, quotations, project schedules, weekly meetings and deliveries to meet customer satisfaction.

Does Quality testing and Design Verification in ALL engineering samples (Alpha, Beta) and FINAL Design for Product release. This is using Electronic/Electrical test equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Digital Multimeter; AC/DC Power Generator; Electronic Load; Cable Tester and Frequency generator.

Performs soldering on PCB with thru hole and SMT (fine pitch) components to modify/create prototypes for test evaluation.

Creates Test fixture and use Test simulator to control output /input for Test design verification.

Analyze the Digital Signal, Analog Signal, Programming and Power Issues of the product up to component level.

Deal with Product certification such us Apple (MFi), UL, CE, FCC, USB Power Delivery (USB IF), Qualcomm Quick Charge, NAC, RoHS certification and others.

Performed oral and written reports to upper management or project status and delivery.

Visit Electronics Manufacturing site in China (Dongguan); to work /train with Supplier’s Engineering Team, Quality Team and Manufacturing Team.

Worked closely with multiple Components Suppliers such as Cypress; Power Integration (PI); Dialog; Texas Instrument (TI); ON Semiconductor; Fujitsu; ST and others for product research and design reference.

Electrical Design Engineer/ QA Engineer Oct 2011 –Dec 2016 Xentris Wireless

Xentris Wireless is the foremost supplier of wireless accessories and solutions to leading organizations throughout the world.

Accomplishments:

R & D Support on Accessories Product Line. Worked as both Electrical/Quality Engineer.

Worked on Design, Qualifications, Specifications, Test and Manufacturing of Power Products (Vehicle, Wall Chargers & Cables). Generate a sale of $5 million for After Market Xentris Wireless Brand.

Worked on Design, Qualifications, Specifications, Test and Manufacturing of Power Products (Vehicle, Wall, Battery Pack and Wireless). Projects intended for Verizon/AT&T/Best Buy/Amazon Power Accessories.

Did Incoming Quality Control on FAI and Product release from our CM (Contract Manufacturer) site. NO field issue reported and able to minimize development timeline.

Through strong relationship building, interface with different Component suppliers both local and oversea. This helps Company to create NEW Power Product line. Job Duties:

Electrical Engineering design in support for standard and custom solutions on Power Solution (Vehicle, Wall, Battery Pack and Wireless). Create, controls and delivers a Product Specification referencing different Standards.

Experience on Altium (PCB layout/schematic/BOM) and Creo (Pro E) for Mechanical Design review.

Worked with Program Managers of each Project, quotations, schedules, meetings and deliveries to meet customer satisfaction.

Design, builds, creates, do Quality Testing and Design Verification in ALL engineering samples (Alpha, Beta) and FINAL Design for Product release.

Responsible for Electronics components qualification and capability of understanding the product function, manufacturing processes and materials. Evaluate, propose and conduct projects on existing product lines designs to improve manufacturability and/or reduce cost. Printed Circuit Boards (PCB’s), Wound components (Transformer/Inductors), Digital and Analog discrete components, Relays, IC’s, Cables and Connectors.

Creates Test fixture and use HP Basic (UNIX) /LAB View to create Test Program for auto Tester. Use Component Supplier Test simulator to control output /input for design verification.

Deal with Product certification such us Apple (MFi), UL, CE, FCC, HDMI, USB Power Delivery, Qi

(WPC), Qualcomm Quick Charge, NAC, RoHS certification and others.

Performed oral and written reports to upper management or project status and delivery.

Visit Manufacturing sites in China (Shenzhen, Dongguan); to work /train with Supplier’s Engineering Team, Quality Team and Manufacturing Team.

Sales Engineer /Field Application Engineer Oct 2010 –Sept 2011 Jan2003- Dec 2008

L&K Precision Technology/Hubei Pinetum (Offsite)

L&K Precision Technology and Hubei Pinetum are contract manufacturers of ODM/OEM Product Accessories (Power).

Accomplishments:

Engineering (R&D), Test Validation and Sales Support on USA Account.

Assisted in Sales, Design, Qualification and Manufacturing of Pt (Platinum Brand, Best Buy) Power Products (Vehicle & Wall Chargers). Generates $1 million sales on customer account.

Responsible for $2 million of Power Products (Vehicle Power Adapters) sales with Motorola (Mobile).

Engineering design/validation in support for standard and custom solutions on Power Solution

(Vehicle, Wall and Wireless). Projects intended for Multiple Carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile) and Retailers (Best Buy/Amazon) Power Accessories.

Responsible for $4 million of new Vehicle charger sales with Motorola Solution. Job Duties:

Assist customers with engineering, quality control, purchasing and logistics issues.

Prospect new business opportunities through both networking and cold calling

Present business plans to upper-level sourcing and engineering management at customer sites and display technology trends / updates.

Oversee the Programs of each Project, quotations, quality, schedules, meetings and deliveries to meet customer satisfaction.

Does Quality testing and Design Verification in ALL engineering samples (Alpha, Beta) and FINAL Design for Product release.

Responsible for Electronics components qualification and capability of understanding the product function, manufacturing processes and materials. Evaluate, propose and conduct projects on existing product lines designs to improve manufacturability and/or reduce cost. Printed Circuit Boards (PCB’s), Wound components (Transformer/Inductors), Digital and Analog discrete components, Relays, IC’s, Cables and Connectors.

Design, builds, creates, does Quality testing and Design Verification in ALL engineering samples

(Alpha, Beta) and FINAL Design for Product release.

Performed oral and written weekly reports to upper management or project status and delivery.

Visit Manufacturing sites in China, Taiwan (Shenzhen, Taipei) and to assist customers and check the Quality of the Manufacturing Process.

Sales Engineer /Field Application Engineer Jan 2009 –Sept 2010 Foxlink International (Cheng Uei Precision Industry Co., LTD.) Foxlink International is a global supplier of both standard and custom connectors, a contract manufacturer of ODM/OEM phone accessories.

Accomplishments:

Engineering and Sales Support in Motorola. RIM, Continental and Chicago Area Account.

Responsible for $4 million of Power Products (Desktop Chargers) sales with Motorola (Symbol).

Took care of the $8 million account for Connectors, Cables and Adapters of Motorola (Mobility)

Took care the $2 million account for Connectors, Cables at RIM (Ontario, Canada).

Engineering design in support of standard and custom solutions.

Through strong relationship building, we were able to bring new product line into Foxlink by working directly to customers and engineering team.

Job Duties:

Assist customers with engineering, purchasing and logistics issues.

Introducing new products for Manufacturing; make recommendations based upon customer design.

Prospect new business opportunities through both networking and cold calling

Present business plans to upper-level sourcing and engineering management at customer sites and display technology trends / updates.

Oversee the Programs of each Project, quotations, schedules, meetings, production, testing and deliveries to meet customer satisfaction.

Performed oral and written weekly reports to upper management or project status and delivery Product Engineer

Motorola Inc., Libertyville IL USA

Jan 1997-Dec 2002

Motorola Inc., Worldwide Accessories Group, Engineering Support for global suppliers of Motorola phone’s Accessories. Accomplishments:

Engineer responsible in designing, test validation and quality control on Interface Accessories for Motorola Devices.

Engineer responsible for designing, test validation and quality control on Audio Accessories for Motorola Devices.

Responsible in handling Design verification works on Entertainment and Connectivity Accessories Products

(MP3, FM Radio, Cables, Organizers and Bluetooth). Test products under Multiple Communication Protocol (3G,2G, CDMA, GSM, PCS, TDMA)

Bravo Awardees, October,2002 for major contribution in making MP3 products to deliver in the market on time. Job Duties:

Design, builds, creates, does Quality testing and Design Verification in ALL engineering samples (Alpha, Beta) and FINAL Design for Product release.

Performed engineering level Analysis and testing ALT (Accelerated Life Testing), Product Safety and FQA (Factory Quality Assurance) of Accessories Products.

Performs soldering on PCB with thru hole and SMT (fine pitch) components to modify/create prototypes for test evaluation.

Create Test fixture and use Test simulator to control output /input for design verification. Test products under Multiple Communication Protocol (3G,2G, CDMA, GSM, PCS, TDMA).

Worked closely with Engineering (Component Engineer), Phone Design Team, Quality Control, purchasing (worked on pricing with Local Component Sales Rep) and Suppliers (China Factories and Partners) to develop and launch Accessories Products on time.

Assist on Programs of each Project, schedules (using Microsoft Project), meetings and deliveries to meet target.

Deal with Product certification such us UL, FCC, CE, NOM, C-TICK, BT, USB certification and others.

Performed oral and written reports to upper management or project status and delivery. Manufacturing Test Operations (TECH-OPS)

Motorola Inc., Libertyville IL USA

Jan 1992-Dec 1996

Motorola Inc., Worldwide Accessories Manufacturing, Manufacturing Support for global supplier of Motorola Device’s Accessories.

Accomplishments:

Designs, Assembles, Wires, Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Programs Automatic Test Equipment to support Manufacturing Motorola Product Accessories.

Generated Electrical documents (schematics) and Test specifications in Manufacturing Phone and Phone Accessories. Such as Cables, Vehicle and Wall Chargers, Adapters, RF booster, Motorola Phones and Automotive (Telematics) Interface PCB. Test products under Multiple Communication Protocol (3G,2G, CDMA, GSM, PCS, TDMA).

Improved process and reduced cycle time of most Test Equipment through Software modification (Using HP(UNIX) & Visual Basic) and Hardware modifications.

Worked with R&D Accessories/Telematics/Phone Team in doing Design Verification and ALT (Accelerated Lifetime Testing). Did Design Verification from component level (PCB stage) to Final assembly (stage). Did troubleshooting, fixing and programming on Phones (CDMA, GSM, PCS, TDMA), Telematics and Phone Accessories.

March,1997, Motorola Recognition Award for major contribution on cost reduction program by designing test fixtures that helped to reduce cycle time.

Job Duties:

Assist Senior Test Engineer; work on engineering test setup and analyze test data.

Design Test method; make recommendations based upon Accessories product design.

Designs, Assembles, Wires (Cable Harness), Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Programs Test Equipment to support Manufacturing Phone and Product Accessories.

Worked with R&D Team closely to improve Quality of the Product. Understanding the Product Specification to create a Test Plan for Production. Building prototypes, testing and troubleshooting at component level.

Maintenance, Debug (SW and HW issues), Calibration and Repair of Test equipment. All tests setup from RF, Power, Analog (Audio)and Digital.

Worked on Electronic PCB, create prototypes, solders components into it, build wiring and test connection to be interface with (interface modules) switching relays.

Engineering Technician

Perma Power Electronics, Niles IL USA

DURANT Technologies, Niles IL USA

Jan 1991-Dec 1991

June 1987-Dec 1990

Perma Power Electronics, manufacturer of UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supplies) and Power Regulators. DURANT Technologies, manufacturer of UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supplies) and Power Regulators. Job Duties:

Assisted Senior Engineer in Design improvement that improved the Quality of the Products. UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) and Power Conditioner ranging from 500VA to 1.5KVA, plus accessories.

Assist Senior Engineer in Product design. Create Product specifications, schematics and Quality Test documents.

Assist Engineer in Product design. Building prototype PCB, Quality Test, Analyze to component level and Assembly for Final Test.

EDUCATION/

TRAINING:

2023 GOENGINEER

SOLIDWORKS Essentials (Certificate)

2007 College of Lake County Grayslake, IL

Took courses for Mechanical Technology/AutoCAD & PRO E/Chinese Class 1995-2002 Motorola University Libertyville, IL

Took courses for Quality and Engineering (RF and Analog/Digital (DSP))

Six Sigma, SPC, 8D Course /Motorola Requirements

Applied RF Techniques I (Certificate of Accomplishment)

Analog Cellular Overview (Certificate of Achievement) 2000 -2001 National Technology University Motorola, Libertyville IL

I took courses for Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering/Circuit Design. 1999-2000 Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago IL

Took refresh courses in Electronics Engineering/Circuit Design 1998 DeVry College Chicago IL

Objective Oriented Programming (C, C++) /Computer Science 1994 Truman College Chicago IL

Mechanical Technology/ AutoCAD

1982-1987 University of Santo Thomas Manila, Philippines

BS in Electrical Engineering/Power Engineering

EXPERIENCE:

Familiar on Apple, USB, PCIe, USB Power Delivery, Bluetooth, HDMI, MHL, I2C and RF cables Specification.

Design Power Supply that supports Apple, USB Power Delivery, QC, WPC (Wireless Charging), GaAN, Wi-Fi Technology. A good circuitry knowledge for AC and DC power operated products.

Knowledge in high frequency AC to DC, DC to AC and DC to DC power conversion circuits.

Test products under Multiple Communication Protocol (3G,2G, CDMA, GSM, PCS, TDMA).

Familiar on UL, CE, FCC, C-TICK, NOM and Green Initiatives, eW19, (RoHS and HF) requirements.

Familiar in most Test equipment for Digital, Analog, Audio (HATS), Thermotron and RF testing/calibration equipment (PXA Signal Analyzer, RF signal Generator).

Proficient in using AUTOCAD/Solidworks/Draftsight/Turbo CAD, Altium 24.9.0 (PCB layout), OrCAD, Mentor Graphics (Schematic Capture).

Worked on Manufacturing Test Automation using HP Basic (UNIX), LabVIEW, PLC do both maintenance and troubleshooting.

QA, Troubleshoot and Analyze up to components level. Experience in Soldering (TH or SMD fine pitch).

Experience in servicing UPS (Uninterruptable Power Supply), fixing phones (Motorola) and PC assembly station.

Proficiency in MS Office SW (Excel, Word, Power Point, Project)

Experience in using Manufacturing Product Flow programs such Epicor, GSF, SAP. PATENT: CO- PATENT USB9401573B1 (ELECTRICAL PLUG CONNECTOR)

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