Brian Crethers
Chandler,AZ
Summary
Product Development Engineer with over 3 years of experience in post-silicon validation and 15 years in onsite customer support within the semiconductor capital equipment sector. Expertise in debugging and developing test programs, integrating hardware testing platforms, and creating engineering software tools to enhance efficiency. Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting capabilities, complemented by effective schedule management and prototyping skills. Seeking a challenging position that offers opportunities for professional growth.
Overview
18
18
Semiconductor Industry Experience
11
11
Military Service
3
3
Engineering Experience
Work History
Product Development Engineer
Intel Corporation
Chandler, AZ
05.2022 - Current
- Developed Processor Platform Validation (PPV) test programs for Intel Core products and coordinated with the factory for deployment to the high-volume validation testing sites.
- Led the team's transition to GitHub, managed internal repository creation, spearheaded documentation efforts for this transition, and provided training.
- Created Python-based tools for data summarization, reducing analysis times by 25% to 75%.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to validate silicon products and ensure program goals were met, and all deliverables were meeting or exceeding expectations.
- Ensured that the fuse burn-in operation was working correctly during class testing, identifying and addressing gaps where data was written incorrectly or was missing, and ensuring accurate programming of device features during product binning.
- Implemented design changes based on feedback from early engineering phases.
- Monitored manufacturing test data to ensure accuracy during the product development process.
Software Engineer
General Dynamics Mission Systems
Scottsdale, AZ
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Supported pre-production communication systems in an R&D environment.
- Coordinated testing with development operations, improving testing quality through automated environments.
- Conducted technical demonstrations for U.S. Department of Defense clients.
Field Service Engineer (Customer Support Engineer)
KLA
Chandler, AZ
10.2006 - 12.2021
- Maintained and repaired complex optical, mechanical, and electrical subsystems on semiconductor inspection equipment.
- Led a team of six support engineers, overseeing training, customer satisfaction, and quality/process improvement efforts.
- Acted as a subject matter expert on semiconductor inspection systems and provided platform training at KLA's corporate training center in Singapore.
- Provided onsite customer training on KLA's products.
Enlisted Marine - Ground Radio Technician
United States Marine Corps
Gulfport, MS
08.1995 - 02.2006
- Managed communication systems for portable and vehicular platforms.
- Trained and supervised junior Marines in troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Maintained equipment records, modification information, preventive maintenance schedules, and deployment readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Systems Engineering
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Studied concepts of electrical engineering, software development, networks, and embedded systems.
- Experience with engineering tools such as MATLAB, and LTSpice, as well as programming languages such as Python, C/C++ on Linux and Windows platforms.
- Major in: Computer Systems Engineering
- GPA: 3.8
Associate of Science - General Engineering Technologies
08.2014 - 12.2017
- Programming fundamentals in Java, C/C++
- Engineering Fundamentals
- Embedded Systems introduction
- GPA: 4.0
Ground Radio Repair Course - Communications Systems Maintenance
11.1995 - 09.1996
- Basic electronics and circuit analysis
- Communications/RF systems troubleshooting and repair
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Post-silicon validation test program development
- Object-oriented programming and scripting
- Python programming and automation
- High-speed digital/analog mixed-signal systems
- Oscilloscopes, signal generators, voltmeters, and other test equipment
- Systems engineering concepts and tools
- Organization GitHub repository management
- Manufacturing operations
- Process improvement and optimization
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving
- Engineering documentation
- Root-cause analysis
- Direct on-site customer support experience
- Semiconductor manufacturing background
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Data analysis
Hobbies and Interests
My hobbies include off-roading, automotive repair and modification, and welding. I am always willing and able to get my hands dirty and engage in activities that others might shy away from. I am a strong self-learner, and I am always looking to broaden my experiences.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Product Development Engineer - Intel Corporation
05.2022 - Current
Software Engineer - General Dynamics Mission Systems
12.2021 - 05.2022
Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Systems Engineering
01.2017 - 12.2021
Chandler-Gilbert Community College - Associate of Science, General Engineering Technologies
08.2014 - 12.2017
Field Service Engineer (Customer Support Engineer) - KLA
10.2006 - 12.2021
United States Marine Corps - Ground Radio Repair Course, Communications Systems Maintenance
11.1995 - 09.1996
Enlisted Marine - Ground Radio Technician - United States Marine Corps
08.1995 - 02.2006
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