Mechanical Engineer Reliability

TANISHA D. BEALS Contact: **************@*****.*** • 773-***-****

www.linkedin.com/in/beals-t • Chicago, IL

SUMMARY

Mechanical Engineer with five years experience proven to implement and maintain cost-effective methods of system testing and troubleshooting to reduce operating costs. Technically savvy and analytical skilled at quickly learning new concepts, software, and equipment. Collaborative team player with excellent communication and interpersonal talents.

SKILLS

Design / Visulazation: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Tableau, Minitab, Power BI

Programming Languages: C++, SQL, Linx

Microsoft Office / Project, Google Docs, Oracle, SAP, Maximo, ReliaSoft, XFRACAS, ServiceNow

EXPERIENCE

Saint Gobain (CertainTeed), Athens, GA

07/2024-Present

Corporate Reliability Engineer – Full Time

Successfully create a Reliability Roadmap implementing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Autonomous Maintenance increasing the Maintenance Reliability from 94 to 97 percent

Strategically restructure Maintenance Program notification to work order process in SAP to streamline workflow between Maintenance Technicians and Supervisors

Develop plans for weekly down days and extended outages to implement counter measures initiated by root cause analysis

Troubleshoot and inspect equipment failures, analyzing and resolving issues accurately and efficiently in a cost effective manner

Create reports using Power BI to track key performance indicators to maintain equipment reliability to plan and schedule business flow processes

Intelsat, Chicago, IL 08/2021-07/2024

Senior Reliability Engineer – Full Time

Successfully developed a comprehensive Functional Testing Process that included Temperature Shock, Vibration, Thermal/Humidity and Calibration to proactively identify and assess reliability risks for Line Replaceable Units (LRUs), enhancing equipment reliability and preventing 50 defective units from entering service

Applied Physics-of-Failure methodologies to analyze and mitigate risks related to thermal, electrical, and mechanical stresses on LRUs, improving product quality throughout design and deployment stages

Conducted root cause analysis on critical equipment failures, implementing corrective actions that improved reliability metrics and reduced service interruptions

Utilized Microsoft SQL Server and Tableau for data analytics, tracking performance and reliability of systems, while ensuring compliance with departmental KPIs of MTBR and MTBF

Collaborated with internal teams and external vendors during weekly Failure Review Board meetings to develop risk identification plans, ensuring adherence to product specifications and enhancing overall reliability

Developed and monitored reliability metrics, conducting DFMEA sessions with cross-functional teams to identify overstress and fatigue-related product weaknesses

Canadian National Railway (CN), Gary, IN 03/2020-08/2021

Mechanical Supervisor – Full Time

Successfully trained managers on engaging with union employees to implement safe work methods according to CN and Federal Railroad Association (FRA) policies

Implemented risk management strategies and standard operating procedures for the repair and maintenance of rail infrastructure, leading to improved compliance with safety regulations and increased operational and mechanical availability

Managed vendor relationships and facilitated audits, driving continuous improvements in service quality and compliance with federal regulations

Supervised five Relief Supervisors and 64 Unionized Mechanics by scheduling yard repairs and tracking inventory in System Analysis Program (SAP) to keep senior managers informed

Union Tank Car Company (UTLX), Chicago, IL 04/2019-03/2020

Senior Fleet Operation Specialist – Contractor

Successfully developed and implemented Facility Operating Standards to optimize reliability in repair processes for over 12,000 tank cars, focusing on quality metrics and operational efficiency

Conducted data analysis to recover over $700k in revenue from billing exceptions, enhancing financial reliability and operational performance

Managed and scheduled repairs for fleet of over 12,000 tank cars according to customers' expectations and company standards safe and on time

United Parcel Service (UPS), Chicago, IL 07/2017-04/2019

Facility/Project Engineer – Intern

Successfully completed Conveyor System Design and Installation, Facility Office Remodeling and Fuel Island Upgrade utilizing various disciplines including architects, fabricators millwrights, electricians, masons, HVAC, overhead door and carpenters totaling $950k

Projected scheduling and plant layout development, detailed design of process component, equipment and vendor selection, technical writing and development of equipment

Modified and tracked 2019 Cost Plan for over 35 building with budget of 200 million dollars in Maximo

Facilitated and participated in Housekeeping, Maintenance, Facility Quality / Safety, Machine Guarding and Employee Methods Audits ensuring compliance with Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)

Maintained over 125 Vendor Contracts and Certificate of Insurance Documents

EDUCATION

University of Illinois at Chicago 08/2015-12/2018

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

CERTIFICATION 08/2024

SCRUMstudy

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

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