Technical Writer Senior

JOHN DEYOUNG Bethesda, MD

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US Citizen Secret Clearance (inactive)

Skilled in learning and development, technical writing, process analysis, negotiation, costing, problem solving, continuous improvement, teamwork, supplier management, and contracts. Background in manufacturing, procurement, 6-Sigma, LEAN, and new product introduction. EXPERIENCE

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA Metro) Document Configuration Manager (Direct Hire) December 2024 - Present

•. Hybrid role managing, developing and editing of technical specifications for infrastructure applications with consultation of SMEs.

•. Coordinate, order, issue and control industry standards via Accuris throughout Metro.

•. Recruit, interview, hire and manage specification writers. Senior Technical Writer (WMATA Metro Contract) May 2024 – December 2024 Parsons Corporation, Washington, DC

•. Wrote, edited and reviewed technical specifications for SCADA and Traction Power systems.

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

•. Researched and verified applicability of standards to specifications.

•. Utilized MasterSpec, Procore, SharePoint, MS Suite and TEAMS. Senior Technical Writer (WMATA Metro Contract) June 2020 – April 2024 Delon Hampton and Associates, Washington, DC

•. Wrote, edited and reviewed 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.

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

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

•. Researched and verified applicability of standards to specifications.

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

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

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

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

•. 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.

•. 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.

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

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

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

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

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

•. 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.

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

•. Trained vendors on improving processes to increase productivity and quality.

•. 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

Post-Graduate Independent Studies:

Human Anatomy & Physiology, Human Nutrition, Ultrasonic Cleaning, Watchmaking, Boat Surveying, 3-D Printing, CAPM Prep.

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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