Ryan Croteau

Working at the University of New Hampshire campus with a team of engineers and scientists to build flight hardware and scientific instruments for NASA, NOAA, and Ball Aerospace.

• Followed verbal instructions and hand sketches to adapt and modify tooling.
• Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical and maintenance procedures.
• Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.
• Tracked hours and expenses for each project, detailing each action and charge.
• Used precision test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, waveform generators and spectrum analyzers.
• Conducted engineering and detailed experimental tests to collect design data and assist in research work.
• Compiled, processed and analyzed test data and results to improve product quality.

• Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports.
• Applied engineering principles to develop and operate electrical, mechanical and data processing systems.
• Generated production graphs and analyzed production trends using [Software].
• Implemented schematics, diagrams and written and verbal descriptions to effectively solve engineering project issues.
• Reviewed and checked technical drawings by architectural technicians, CAD technicians and drafters.
• Used precision test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, waveform generators and spectrum analyzers.
• Initiated contact with vendors and built solid working relationships.
• Used SolidWorks to draft assemblies, models and other technical drawings.
• Created Bills of Materials (BOM) and certifications.
• Improved product quality by customizing tools and eliminating variability.
• Collaborated with engineers in new product introduction phases to develop and verify design changes.
• Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.
• Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical and maintenance procedures.
• Conducted engineering and detailed experimental tests to collect design data and assist in research work.
• Followed verbal instructions and hand sketches to adapt and modify tooling.

• Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
• Prepared, calibrated and monitored production machinery to maintain optimal production levels and consistently achieve daily targets.
• Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
• Managed process transfer and validation of cell culture and purification processes to third-party sites and internal manufacturing facilities.
• Investigated and solved workflow problems with cross-functional collaboration and open communication.
• Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production and shipping.
• Met/surpassed production target with solid employee motivation and analytical problem-solving to correct diverse production issues.
• Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
• Reviewed daily requirements and forecasts and delegated work for optimal coverage.
• Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
• Aligned strategies with expected production demands and particular customer requirements.
• Attended staff development meetings and workshops and applied information from those events into daily activities.
• Boosted production quality while controlling costs by optimizing management processes.
• Developed quality-driven culture to boost team performance and efficiency while maintaining highly satisfied workforce.
• Prepared facilities for operational audits and health agency inspections.