Work History

  • Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Architect at Mercedes-Benz AG

    Oct 2017 - Present

    - Defines and executes manual test cases for integration, regression, and user acceptance testing UAT
    - Develops Python scripts to add test data via REST APIs
    - Utilizes Azure CI/CD Pipeline to deploy and test software solutions to feature, integration, and production environments
    - Documents defects found during release testing using Jira and verifies bug fixes
    - Supports release management by creating test plans and coordinating teams
    - Manages features during all stages of the software development lifecycle SDLC
    - Prepares BDD tests using Cucumber feature files
    - Specifies and delivers interface solutions between the custom global MES and the shop floor equipment or other IT systems
    - Evaluates and implements product requirements from production, logistics, and quality departments across international stakeholders
    - Troubleshoots problems using log files from Linux servers and Java applications

  • Senior Instrumentation/Controls Engineer at Jensen Hughes

    Nov 2016 - Jul 2017

    Instrumentation/Controls Engineer at Jensen Hughes

    Apr 2013 - Nov 2016

    - Engineer for support of test instrumentation, GE iFix HMI / SCADA system, Historian, OPC Servers, and PLCs
    - Developed Visual Basic applications for further functionality of LIMS - Integrates systems for Fire Engineers to acquire data from unique fire science tests
    - Designed and programed HMI/SCADA screens in GE iFix and VBA Projects: - Implemented an upgrade of computers, servers, and software for the Fire Research Lab's SCADA system
    - Integrated scales using OPC drivers into SCADA system simplifying test setups and improving data reliability
    - Developed a VB application to improve efficiency and reliability of retrieving data from GE iHistorian

  • Controls Engineer at Hahn Automation

    Oct 2010 - Feb 2013

    - Programmed PLC, HMI, 6-Axis industrial robots, and machine vision
    - Installed and debugged automated equipment
    - Managed installation and start-up of equipment
    - Supported existing customer equipment remotely and on-site
    - Programmed a robotic cell and PLC to tend an injection molding machine and remove excess rubber

  • Engineer at Honeywell

    Jul 2009 - Sep 2010

    - Debugging and developing programs for the PI system
    - Development of Excel VBA application for metrics tracking for the Quality Department
    - Implementing Six Sigma tools and methodologies
    - Monitoring gas usage of dryers in order to reduce energy costs


    Certifications: Six Sigma Green Belt (6/6/2010)
    Awards: Honeywell Performance Award (4/14/2010)

  • Process Engineer Intern at Honeywell

    May 2008 - Aug 2008

    - Drafted press platen drawings
    - Designed and implemented ergonomic lifting system

  • Lean Manufacturing Intern at Suros Sugical Systems

    May 2007 - Jul 2007

    - Designed and modeled a improved work holding fixture in SolidWorks
    - Wrote Ultra - Violet Glue Curing Process Verification Procedure
    - Damaged Product Project - worked to resolve product being damaged in transit from suppliers