Bradley Perry
Senior Test Engineering Technician
South Beloit,IL
Summary
Experienced Electrical Controls and Automation Specialist with a proven track record of solving complex problems in electrical controls, programming, and system optimization. Proficient in PLC programming, HMI development, and troubleshooting advanced machinery. A diverse career across industries has equipped myself with the ability to adapt quickly, master new technologies, and contribute innovative solutions. Passionate about improving processes and delivering impactful results through technical expertise and creative problem-solving.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Test Engineering Technician
Danfoss
Loves Park, Illinois
01.2024 - Current
- Create solutions to common testing problems
- Build Test Fixtures via Solidworks and Kicad PCB
- Troubleshoot various labview issues in testing
- Build knowledge base for Test Engineering Technicians
- Maintain 3D print lab and consult on new equipment
- Work to achieve a high first pass yield for DanFoss VFDs
- Reduced downtime during testing phases, promptly identifying and resolving equipment issues.
- Increased team productivity, providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior technicians.
Engineering Test Technician
RegalRexnord - Warner Electric
South Beloit, IL
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Design test fixtures using SolidWorks
- Prepare CAD drawings for model shop for fabrication
- Program via LabVIEW, C, C++, Python, and Ladder Logic to collect data, automate testing cells, and present structured data for analysis
- Maintain additive manufacturing lab and fill orders for entire company
- Communicated product failures and testing problems with Test Engineering Department.
- Oversaw a minimum of 3 ongoing test cases on a continual basis
Maintenance Technician A
SSI Control Technologies
Janesville, IL
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Maintain various automated cells
- Mentoring new technicians entering the field
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
Controls Engineer
LYONS MAGNUS
Beloit, Wisconsin
10.2020 - 11.2020
- Troubleshoot Tetra-Pak Equipment (Fillers, Accumulators, Case Packers)
Technical Operations Specialist
PCI PHARMA SERVICES
Rockford, IL
07.2017 - 10.2020
- Troubleshoot various packaging machines
- Program AB PLCs, Fanuc, and various HMI platforms
- Install and train vision inspection systems
- Upgrade older packaging machines to new controls
- Train mechanics and operators on machine functions
- Complete weekly preventative maintenance
- Find cost saving alternatives to obsolete technologies
- Produce daily technical report of all tasks completed during shift
- Recommend in-stock parts for future breakdowns
- Ensured data integrity through comprehensive backup procedures, disaster recovery planning, and regular audits.
- Performed comprehensive risk assessments to proactively address potential security threats before they could impact business continuity or information privacy.
- Completed up to 20 service calls a shift to keep lines running
- Always have a minimum of 2 engineering projects in progress
- Facilitated seamless integration of new employees by configuring and deploying necessary hardware, software, and network resources in a timely manner.
Electro-Mechanical Technician
TAYLOR
Rockton, IL
07.2014 - 07.2017
- Troubleshoot various machinery
- Perform preventative maintenance
- Implement automation where needed for 5S
- Perform PLC backups on machines
- Welding (Mig, Tig, and Stick) & Fabrication
- Assisted with facilities maintenance
- Update electrical diagrams where need be
- Oversee external technicians repairs on in-house machines
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during installation, maintenance, and repair of electromechanical equipment.
Electro-Mechanical Technician B
BIRDSEYE FOODS
Darien, WI
01.2014 - 07.2014
- Troubleshoot PLC failures
- Troubleshoot electronic circuit failures
- Replace failed motors and drives
- Complete daily Preventative Maintenance
- Tig welding and fabrication
Maintenance Technician
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES
Beloit, WI
01.2012 - 11.2013
- Troubleshoot pool pumps and chemical balances
- Troubleshoot in-room HVAC
- Troubleshoot on-site laundry machinery
- Conduct weekly preventative maintenance
- Troubleshoot plumbing and electrical
Assistant Manager
LOVE TRAVEL PLAZA
Roscoe, IL
07.2011 - 12.2011
- Manage employees
- Troubleshoot fuel pump failures
- Conduct weekly inventory
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
Store Manager
GET IT NOW
Madison, WI
01.2007 - 07.2011
- Hire and train employees
- Meet weekly sales numbers
- Meet weekly collection numbers
- Troubleshoot customer electronics
- Repair damaged furniture
- Conduct weekly inventory
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - ELECTRO-MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY
Blackhawk Technical College
Janesville, WI 09.2012 - 06.2014
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
South Beloit High School
South Beloit, IL 01.1998 - 06.2001
Skills
PLC programming (AB, Click, DirectLogic, etc)
Robotic programming (Fanuc, Epson, etc)
Forklift certified
Arc Flash certified
HMI programming (RS Studio, Cscape)
3D printing and design (Cura, IdeaMaker, etc)
LabView
SolidWorks & AutoCAD
Certifications
- Fanuc Certified - Handling Tool Operation and Programming
- Labview - Core 1, 2, 3 certified
- ArcFlash Certified
- Solidworks Certified - Essential Design & 3D Electrical
- IPC Certified - IPC J-STD-001
- Forklift Certified
Timeline
Senior Test Engineering Technician
Danfoss
01.2024 - Current
Engineering Test Technician
RegalRexnord - Warner Electric
08.2021 - 01.2024
Maintenance Technician A
SSI Control Technologies
12.2020 - 06.2021
Controls Engineer
LYONS MAGNUS
10.2020 - 11.2020
Technical Operations Specialist
PCI PHARMA SERVICES
07.2017 - 10.2020
Electro-Mechanical Technician
TAYLOR
07.2014 - 07.2017
Electro-Mechanical Technician B
BIRDSEYE FOODS
01.2014 - 07.2014
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - ELECTRO-MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY
Blackhawk Technical College
09.2012 - 06.2014
Maintenance Technician
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES
01.2012 - 11.2013
Assistant Manager
LOVE TRAVEL PLAZA
07.2011 - 12.2011
Store Manager
GET IT NOW
01.2007 - 07.2011
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
South Beloit High School
01.1998 - 06.2001
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