David Ebel
Ypsilanti,MI
Summary
An experienced service engineer adept with providing technical engineering support; very flexible and can handle customer support, installation, modification and repair of automation equipment and systems; has an advanced knowledge in planning and site management and can satisfy client's unique requirements.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Cummins
05.2025 - Current
- Project & Site Management:
- "Spearheaded on-site project management for large-scale automation projects, ensuring all installation and retooling phases met strict deadlines and quality standards."
- Responsible for comprehensive site management, including the coordination of workflows, safety compliance, and operational efficiency.
- Gantry Line Installation & Retooling:
- "Managed the end-to-end installation of new Gantry production lines, overseeing mechanical assembly, electrical integration, and system calibration."
- Provided expert technical support during the retooling of existing lines, optimizing legacy systems to meet updated production requirements.
- Stakeholder Communication & Reporting:
- "Facilitated high-level update meetings with customers, delivering technical progress reports and ensuring alignment on project milestones."
- Maintained a continuous feedback loop with the in-house project management team, providing detailed site reports and resource updates to ensure transparent project tracking.
- Resource & Material Management:
- "Managed on-site material logistics and inventory, ensuring all necessary components and tools were available to prevent installation delays."
- Contractor Leadership:
- "Directed and supervised multi-disciplinary contractor teams, providing clear technical instructions and ensuring all deliverables met the 'Acceptance Criteria' (Abnahme)."
- (Rocky Mount)
Service Engineer
Liebherr Verzahntechnik GmbH
Kempten
06.2017 - Current
- 07.2017-04.2018 MAN Nuremberg -robot cell customer support -modification and repair robot cell -installation Gantry LP2000
- 05.2018- 12.2018 KAMAZ Russia - Site Management - Mechanical installation Gantry LP200 - Electrician installation Gantry LP200 - Teaching Gantry
- 03.2019-12.2020 Daimler AgiProS project Poland - Site Management - Mechanical installation Gantry LP200 - Mechanical installation robot cells - Teaching Gantry
- 01.2021-03.2021 Volvo Hagerstown - Mechanical installation conveyor and robot cells - Maintenance Training
- 04.2021-08.2021 Ford Dearborn - Site Management - Mechanical installation Gantry LP200 - Mechanical installation conveyors - Teaching Gantry
- 09.2021-02.2022 Ford Sterling - Site Management - Mechanical installation Gantry LP200 - Mechanical installation conveyor and SPC - Modification conveyor, Gantry and Tower Buffer - Mechanical installation Tower Buffer
- 03.2022-05.2022 Liebherr Ochsenhausen - Installation robot cell
07.2024 - 05.2025
- System Retooling & Upgrades: "Led the complex retooling of Gantry systems, managing the integration of new technical components and software updates to enhance operational efficiency."
- Strategic Communication Bridge: "Acted as the primary liaison between the client and the internal project management team, ensuring technical requirements were translated into actionable site plans."
- Customer Support & Stakeholder Engagement: "Facilitated regular update meetings and technical briefings with customers, maintaining transparency on project milestones and resolving concerns in real-time."
- Contractor Management & Leadership: "Directed and supervised external contractor teams during the retooling process, ensuring all work met strict safety standards and technical specifications."
- Site Management & Reporting: "Managed day-to-day site operations, providing the project management team with detailed status reports and performance data to ensure successful project delivery."
Federal Mogul
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Gantry System Installation: "Executed the mechanical and electrical installation of large-scale multi-axis Gantry systems, ensuring sub-millimeter precision and structural integrity."
- Comprehensive Site Management: "Spearheaded on-site operations, managing logistics, safety protocols (HSE), and daily workflow to ensure projects remained on schedule and within budget."
- Contractor Leadership & Oversight: "Directed and supervised multi-disciplinary contractor teams, providing technical guidance and quality control for all installation and assembly activities."
- Gotheburg
Liebherr Ochsenhausen
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Complex Robot Cell Assembly: "Managed the full-cycle assembly and configuration of complex robotic cells, ensuring precise mechanical integration and electrical setup."
- On-site Customer Support: "Provided dedicated on-site technical support, serving as the primary point of contact for clients and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction during the project lifecycle."
- Commissioning Support: "Collaborated with project engineering teams to facilitate system commissioning, including I/O checks, sensor calibration, and performance optimization."
- On-site Team Leadership: "Led on-site technical teams and coordinated external contractors to ensure project milestones were met safely and according to technical specifications."
- Operator & Technical Training: "Developed and conducted specialized training sessions for client personnel, focusing on robot cell operation, safety procedures, and basic troubleshooting."
Cummins
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Complex Systems Installation: "Led the end-to-end installation and configuration of complex robotics and gantry systems, ensuring high-precision alignment and integration."
- Technical Commissioning: "Provided expert support during the commissioning phase, conducting functional tests and system fine-tuning to meet operational performance standards."
- Contractor Management & Leadership: "Directed and supervised external contractors on-site, ensuring adherence to technical specifications, safety protocols, and project timelines."
- Advanced Troubleshooting: "Diagnosed and resolved critical technical issues during setup and operation, utilizing analytical problem-solving to minimize downtime."
- Site Management: "Managed day-to-day site operations, coordinating resources and acting as the technical authority for both the customer and the project team."
- (Rocky Mount)
Mechanic for Gearbox
ZF Friedrichshafen
09.2013 - 05.2017
- Gearbox assembly
- Quality management
Machine operator
Swoboda Wiggensbach KG
Wiggensbach
03.2011 - 08.2013
- Operating machine and KUKA Robots
- Machine repair
Education
High-School -
Krasnodar
Krasnodar, Russia09-1996
Automotive Mechatronics Engineer - undefined
SVJ GmbH
Heising02-2011
High-School - undefined
auf dem Lindenberg
Kempten07-2001
Skills
- Site Management
- Experience with robotic systems
- Experience with Gantry systems
- Teaching Gantry and Tower Buffer
- Mechanical Training for Automation systems
- Experience with floor automation systems
- Experience with Fanuc, Allen Bradley and Siemens systems
- On-site Project Management
- Contractor Management
- Material & Logistics Management
- Stakeholder Communication
- Robotics & Automation
- System Retooling
- Troubleshooting
- Technical Documentation
- Maintenance
- Safety & Compliance (HSE)
Personal Information
Title: Service Engineer
Languages
English
Professional Working
Russian
Full Professional
German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cummins
05.2025 - Current
07.2024 - 05.2025
Federal Mogul
06.2024 - 07.2024
Liebherr Ochsenhausen
01.2024 - 06.2024
Cummins
05.2022 - 12.2023
Service Engineer
Liebherr Verzahntechnik GmbH
06.2017 - Current
Mechanic for Gearbox
ZF Friedrichshafen
09.2013 - 05.2017
Machine operator
Swoboda Wiggensbach KG
03.2011 - 08.2013
Automotive Mechatronics Engineer - undefined
SVJ GmbH
High-School - undefined
auf dem Lindenberg
High-School -
Krasnodar