Daniel Salazar Reyes
El Paso
Summary
Installation Engineer with international experience installing and troubleshooting industrial machinery across the United States and Europe. Strong background in mechanical alignment, equipment maintenance, blueprint interpretation, and technical problem-solving. Recognized for precision, reliability, and effective coordination with customers, contractors, and internal teams. Experienced with drill lines, saws, shot blasters, plate machines, and automated welding systems. OSHA-10 certified.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Installation Engineer
Voortman USA
11.2023 - Current
- Install Voortman machinery across the U.S. and Europe (France, England, Netherlands, Germany).
- Perform pre-installation tasks including site preparation, layout verification, anchoring, and equipment staging.
- Install drill lines, saws, shot blasters, plate machines, and automated welding robot systems (The Fabricator).
- Conduct precise alignment, leveling, and calibration to meet engineering specifications.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and system issues during and after installation.
- Provide maintenance support and customer guidance on operation and safety.
Millwright
Peddinghaus Corporation
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Installed industrial equipment using detailed blueprints and precise measurements.
- Aligned and leveled material-handling components to Datum and passline standards.
- Installed hydraulic lines and secured roller beds to engineered configurations.
- Completed customer walk-throughs and resolved installation concerns.
- Trained as a service technician for Angle Master and MDL Drill systems.
Forklift Operator / Foreman
OCI
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Led operator and spotter teams to meet daily production goals.
- Organized torque tube shakeout to improve workflow efficiency.
- Prepared daily productivity reports for management.
Solar Technician & Forklift Operator
AeroTek
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Installed components for Nextracker, ARRAY, and ATI systems.
- Performed alignment, torque marking, damper installation, module rails, motors, and glass installation.
- Conducted QC, remediation, and blueprint interpretation.
- Safely unloaded trucks and transported materials to staging areas.
Forklift Operator
HCS Renewable Energy
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Loaded and unloaded flatbeds and transported solar modules.
- Coordinated team movements to maintain safe workflow.
- Performed equipment inspections and minor repairs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electromechanical Engineering
Instituto Tecnológico De Chihuahua
Chihuahua - México03-2013
Skills
- Industrial Equipment Installation
- Mechanical Alignment & Leveling
- Troubleshooting & Maintenance
- Blueprint & Schematic Interpretation
- Hydraulic Systems
- Customer Communication
- Material Handling & Logistics
- Team Coordination
- Technical Documentation
- Safety Compliance (OSHA-10)
Certification
OSHA 10 – Construction Industry — Completed 2022
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Installation Engineer
Voortman USA
11.2023 - Current
Millwright
Peddinghaus Corporation
08.2022 - 06.2023
Forklift Operator / Foreman
OCI
03.2022 - 08.2022
Solar Technician & Forklift Operator
AeroTek
10.2021 - 03.2022
Forklift Operator
HCS Renewable Energy
10.2020 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Electromechanical Engineering
Instituto Tecnológico De Chihuahua