Aaron Oosterhart
McMinnville,OR
Summary
Detail-oriented Lead Engineering Technician with expertise in process improvement, materials properties application, and mechanical and structural design comprehension. Proficient in CAD software, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and quality assurance procedures, with a proven ability to commission new equipment effectively. Strong technical writing skills and exceptional communication abilities complement a solid foundation in team leadership. Dedicated to leveraging technical expertise to drive innovation and ensure operational excellence. Seeking to relocate to Europe to be near London-based family
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Engineering Technician
Modern Hydrogen
Portland, Oregon
04.2024 - Current
- Provides expert technical advice resulting in efficient problem resolution.
- Training new field technicians to ensure smooth transitions for field teams.
- Development of comprehensive training manuals, raising team competency levels.
- Application of engineering and technical knowledge to design system refits and upgrades to improve serviceability and technician safety.
- Organization of project documentation and resources for major upgrades and repair actions.
- Liaising with clients and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
- Editing and standardizing procedure documentation for future ISO certification.
- Remote and direct collaboration with engineering teams to support improvements on current systems and next generation commercial designs.
- Managing daily operations of remote pilot site with minimal oversight, leading to 10% decrease in downtime.
- Enhancement of productivity by leading engineering projects from concept to completion.
Machine Tool Builder II
CLIMAX Portable Machine Tools
Newberg, OR
10.2021 - 02.2024
- Performed assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of new, used, and rental portable machining tools based on electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic power sources.
- Provided engineering support for design, revision, and testing of various machines.
- Edited and revised ISO documentation to improve work flow and decrease machine build times by 15%.
- Developed, designed, and produced multiple fixtures to decrease assembly times by 10% and improve repeatability.
- Interpreted technical drawings accurately resulting in flawless project implementation.
- Packaged machines weighing over two metric tons, including complex rigging.
- Used forklifts, jib, and gantry cranes for safe material handling.
Engineering Technician L3e
Intel Corporation
Hillsboro, OR
03.2016 - 10.2021
- Advanced troubleshooting and planning of non-documented procedures.
- Maintenance prioritization and scheduling across 500+ process chambers across 200+ wafer processing machines.
- Global module ISO documentation support and editing to reduce global downtime by 15%.
- Conducted high level precision preventative maintenance on critical systems for extended operational life.
- Collaborated with process and equipment engineers, and vendor support technicians to improve towards production throughput and minimize downtime.
- Performed routine calibration of instruments to maintain accuracy in measurements.
- Investigated malfunctions, diagnosed problems resulting in rapid issue resolution while maintaining 99% "first pass" rating.
- Certified Level Three Equipment and Control of Hazardous Energy trainer
- Emergency Response Team member.
Manufacturing Technician L2e
Intel Corporation
Hillsboro, OR
03.2016 - 10.2021
- Acting module Engineering Technician L2e for module maintenance scheduling support.
- Interacted daily with process machine owners/engineers to assist with process experiments and preventative maintenance.
- Performed tool error diagnosis, troubleshooting, and resolution.
- Conducted part ordering activities and field service team coordination.
- Improved module uptime and "first pass" ratings by 10%.
- Emergency Response Team member.
Education
AAS - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Portland Community College
Portland, ORSkills
- Process improvement awareness
- Materials properties application
- CAD Software
- Exceptional communication
- New equipment commissioning
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Quality assurance procedures
- First Aid certified
- Mechanical and structural design comprehension
- Technical writing
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Certification
American Red Cross First Aid CPR/AED
Timeline
Lead Engineering Technician
Modern Hydrogen
04.2024 - Current
Machine Tool Builder II
CLIMAX Portable Machine Tools
10.2021 - 02.2024
Engineering Technician L3e
Intel Corporation
03.2016 - 10.2021
Manufacturing Technician L2e
Intel Corporation
03.2016 - 10.2021
AAS - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Portland Community College
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