Eric Johnson
Bedford,Virginia
Summary
Thorough Engineering Technician equipped with strong attention to detail and recognize potential issues before problems occur. Highly alert while performing job tasks and determined problem-solver. Successful at applying electronics, electrical circuitry expertise to different practical issues. Skilled in investigating and diagnosing problems and completing root cause analysis. Understands technical information and devises forward-thinking effective solutions that help customers achieve operational and safety targets. Focused with advanced electrical knowledge, design experience and mathematics skills. Works great with technical and non-technical personnel to achieve common goals. Experienced in team training and supervision.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Technician
Abbott Laboratories
09.2021 - Current
- Troubleshot and resolved engineering issues to reduce delays and achieve project milestones.
- Provided technical support for engineering projects to support accuracy and deadline management.
- Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical, and maintenance procedures.
- Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to analyze upcoming projects.
- Implemented schematics, diagrams, and written, and verbal descriptions to effectively solve engineering project issues.
- Assisted with design and implementation of new engineering processes and procedures to optimize productivity.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
- Used information in technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
- Modified, maintained, or repaired electronics equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning.
- Conferred with engineers and designers to investigate and solve failure issues.
- Trained new system users and employees in classroom type sessions to promote useful system knowledge and operations expertise.
- Attended training committees that wrote training modules for equipment operation and testing.
- Reviewed existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions or amendments to outdated material.
Multicraft Mechanic II
Abbott Laboratories
04.2019 - 09.2021
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in motors, switches, and control systems.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Analyzed machine data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
Multicraft Mechanic III
Abbott Laboratories
09.2017 - 04.2019
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance jobs to preserve performance and reliability.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
Electrical Service Technician
Southern Air
03.2015 - 09.2017
- Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
- Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
- Assisted with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular electrical duties.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Installed ground leads and connected power cables to equipment.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Interpreted CAD drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Worked with engineering to scan for and develop autoCAD drawings for new and old buldings
Education
Bachelor of Kinesiology -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAMegatronics - Megatronics
Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA05.2025
Journeyman's in Electrical - Electricity
Virginia Technical Institute
Altavista, VA05.2015
Associate of Science - General Education
Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA05.2014
Skills
- Calculate Specifications
- Scientific Standards and Principles
- Engineering Configurations
- Make-Ready Engineering
- 3D Modeling
- Analog and Digital Circuitry
- Specialized Equipment Usage
- Technical Plan Execution Aptitude
- Program Support
- Fabrication and Assembly
- Technical Documentation and Reporting
- Root Cause Analysis
- Corrective Equipment Maintenance
- Technical Specifications
- Maintenance and Repair
- Detail Drawings
- PLC Programming
- Construction Projects
Certification
- Tetra Aseptic filling and processing Training - 6 years
- Licensed Electrician - 8 years
- AutoCAD Training - 8 years
- Blueprints and design drawings Training - 8 years
Timeline
Engineering Technician
Abbott Laboratories
09.2021 - Current
Multicraft Mechanic II
Abbott Laboratories
04.2019 - 09.2021
Multicraft Mechanic III
Abbott Laboratories
09.2017 - 04.2019
Electrical Service Technician
Southern Air
03.2015 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Kinesiology -
Liberty University
Megatronics - Megatronics
Central Virginia Community College
Journeyman's in Electrical - Electricity
Virginia Technical Institute
Associate of Science - General Education
Central Virginia Community College
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