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Bradley Perry

South Beloit,IL

Summary

Dynamic Senior Test Engineering Technician at DanFoss with expertise in PLC programming and cross-functional collaboration. Successfully reduced testing downtime by swiftly resolving equipment issues, while maintaining automated systems. A proactive problem-solver, skilled in 3D printing and committed to optimizing engineering processes for enhanced project outcomes.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Test Engineering Technician

Danfoss
01.2024 - Current
  • Reduced downtime during testing phases, promptly identifying and resolving equipment issues.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless integration of test engineering efforts into overall project timelines.
  • Achieved optimal functionality of automated testing systems, performing routine maintenance tasks as needed.
  • Assist with plant additive manufacturing processes. Maintain 3D printers and research new technology to implement.

Engineering Technician

RegalRexnord - Warner Electric
07.2021 - 01.2024
  • Design and build test fixtures
  • Program new ways to collect and interpret data using Labview
  • Maintain 3D printers and fill orders
  • Implemented schematics, diagrams, and written, and verbal descriptions to effectively solve engineering project issues.
  • Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.

Maintenance Technician

SSI Technologies LLC
12.2020 - 06.2021
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair
  • Maintained equipment by troubleshooting breakdowns and performing preventive maintenance
  • Oversaw repairs of level B technicians and provided training
  • Worked towards maintaining 100% production uptime and scheduling repairs on downtime

Controls Engineer

Lyons Magnus
10.2020 - 12.2020
  • Trained operators on machine setup
  • Troubleshoot various automation processes
  • Resolved project operational problems to minimize delays and unexpected cost increases.

Technical Operations Specialist

PCI Pharma Services
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
  • Troubleshoot various serialization equipment

Electro-Mechanical Technician

Taylor
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

Electro-Mechanical Technician B

Birdseye Foods
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
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
07.2011 - 12.2011
  • Manage employees
  • Troubleshoot fuel pump failures
  • Conduct weekly inventory

Store Manager

Get It Now!
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
  • Order and display product

Cable Technician

ACI communications
07.2006 - 01.2007
  • Install CATV, Internet, and Telephony services
  • Troubleshoot failed installations of other technicians
  • Conduct disconnects
  • Managed schedule daily

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Electro-Mechanical Technology

Blackhawk Technical College
Janesville
2014

High School Diploma - General

South Beloit High School
South Beloit, IL
2001

Skills

  • AC/DC Circuit Analysis
  • Pneumatic and Hydraulic Troubleshooting
  • PLC Programming - AB , Siemens, and Misc
  • Robotic Programming - Fanuc, ABB, IBM
  • Forklift Certified
  • Arc Flash Certified
  • Labview Core 1, 2, and 3 Certified
  • Solidworks - Essentials Certified
  • Motor Failure Analysis
  • HMI Programming
  • 3D Printing and Design Enthusiast
  • Drone Part 107 Certified
  • EPA 608 Type 1 Certified
  • Siemens Diagnostics and TIA Portal Certified

Accomplishments

    Received programming certification at Fanuc Headquarters

    Promoted from Delivery Driver at Get it Now! several times to achieve a promotion of Store manager.

    Completed training 2 months ahead of time at ACI Communications.

Timeline

Senior Test Engineering Technician

Danfoss
01.2024 - Current

Engineering Technician

RegalRexnord - Warner Electric
07.2021 - 01.2024

Maintenance Technician

SSI Technologies LLC
12.2020 - 06.2021

Controls Engineer

Lyons Magnus
10.2020 - 12.2020

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

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

Cable Technician

ACI communications
07.2006 - 01.2007

Associate of Applied Science - Electro-Mechanical Technology

Blackhawk Technical College

High School Diploma - General

South Beloit High School