CHAD RODRIGUEZ
Akron
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Engineering Co-op
PTA Engineering
Fairlawn, OH
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Worked with AutoCAD and Revit to edit electrical drawings relating to power distribution systems in commercial and industrial settings.
- Used the NEC to verify new additions to electrical drawings.
- Utilized the Visual application to test lights within environments before placing them in the electrical drawings.
Electrical Engineering Internship
HWH Architects, Engineering, Planners Inc.
Cleveland, Ohio
07.2023 - 08.2025
- Utilized electrical wire diagrams and drawings to create PLC programs with Studio 5000 Logix Designer and Factory Talk Logix Echo for different systems (typically systems relating to Goodyear tire making processes).
- Edited electrical drawings with AutoCAD and created HMI programs using Factory-Talk ME Edition and did a small amount of Revit and AutoCAD training.
Carwash Service Technician
National Pride Equipment
Mansfield, Ohio
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Troubleshooting machine processes that involves 24 VDC circuits to 480 VAC three phase circuits, low/high air pressure adjustment, hydraulic pumps, chemical pumps and appliances
- Implemented the installation and programming of Allen-Bradley and Siemens VFDs
- Troubleshot mechanical appliances, floor heat appliances, camera installations, and concrete work.
- Lead start-ups for newly built carwashes.
Supervisor
Buckeye Express Car Wash
Norwalk, Ohio
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Had the responsibility to manage and train up to 6 employees
- Learned how to lead and ensure everyone is on task
- Maintained happy customers and focused on how to problem-solve when unexpected events happened in the carwash.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Akron
Akron, OH05-2027
Associate of Science - Electrical (Power And Controls)
Terra State Community College
Fremont, OH05-2021
College Credit Plus -
Bowling Green State University Firelands
Huron, Ohio01.2019
Skills
- Knowledge in Single-Line Drawings
- Experienced AutoCAD
- Knowledge in Revit
- Troubleshooting
- Machining parts
- PLC Programming
Certification
PLC Maintainers Certificate
Certificate of Proficiency in Introductory Electrical
Certificate of Proficiency in Programmable Logic Controllers
Certificate of Proficiency in Power and Controls
Timeline
Electrical Engineering Co-op
PTA Engineering
08.2025 - 12.2025
Electrical Engineering Internship
HWH Architects, Engineering, Planners Inc.
07.2023 - 08.2025
Carwash Service Technician
National Pride Equipment
05.2021 - 08.2022
Supervisor
Buckeye Express Car Wash
09.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Akron
Associate of Science - Electrical (Power And Controls)
Terra State Community College
College Credit Plus -
Bowling Green State University Firelands