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Ethan Wilson

Lexington,Kentucky

Summary

Manufacturing Engineering and Technology Graduate from Western Kentucky University with a background as a U.S. Army Engineer Officer. Currently a Power Generation Field Service Engineer with expertise in the Power Generation Industry. Proficient in managing diverse Military engineering projects including construction, bridge building, and combat engineering. Skilled in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing processes, and quality control.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Service Engineer

Siemens Energy
01.2023 - Current
  • Led and supervised technicians and mechanics tasked with maintenance of turbine and generator equipment during power plant shutdowns (outages).
  • Managed disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of turbines and generators.
  • Coordinated mechanical and electrical system upgrades resulting in increased power output and improved efficiency.
  • Collaborated with global engineering team on specialized mechanical and electrical tests.
  • Actively engage in managing customer relations during downtime, ensuring repair work is executed within the required scope and timelines
  • Executed certification and inspection tasks on wind turbines, conducted major overhauls, and performed re-blading in Wind Energy operations.
  • Ensured rigging was certified prior to every critical lift and served as primary crane communication during operations.

Engineer Officer

U.S. Army National Guard
Fort Knox, Kentucky
05.2020 - Current
  • Managed $13.2 million worth of Army equipment inventory which comprised of a range of vehicles, bridging components, and assets for bridge erection.
  • Planned, prepared, and executed Military Engineering operations in remote and austere environments.
  • Executed bridge construction, earth moving, airfield construction, disaster relief, and general engineering projects.
  • Maintained operator certificates, ensured operational fluency, and sustained mission readiness for Soldiers under my command.
  • Maintained readiness through diligent preparation and briefing of operation risk assessments, enforcing adherence to safety SOP’s.

Body Weld Process Engineer

Toyota Motor North America
04.2022 - 01.2023
  • Planned and coordinated design changes for upcoming vehicle model year changes across North American Toyota Motor Vehicle Manufacturing Facilities
  • Led the development of 'K-Flex Factory of the Future,' an innovative interchangeable bodyweld vehicle production line.
  • Conducted initial feasibility studies for production line parameters such as prototyping of vehicle jigs, placement of robotic weld robots, and implementation of enhanced vision systems.
  • Managed RFQ submissions, oversee vendor collaboration for equipment installation and prototyping.
  • Oversaw the implementation of new equipment, particularly in relation to welding and material handling processes.
  • Spearheaded execution of time trial analyses and cycle time assessments, generated purchase requisitions amounting to $250k or more for equipment, and facilitated procurement procedure via SAP.

Production Engineer

Kobelco Aluminum Products & Extrusions Inc
Bowling Green, United States
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Managed and oversaw operations of a comprehensive manufacturing line comprising CNC machines, automated welding and assembly cell, hydraulic bender, and robotic manufacturing systems.
  • Demonstrated expertise in operating, troubleshooting, and updating robot programs with Fanuc Robotic systems.
  • Proficient in operating robots for welding, material handling and part installation tasks.
  • Experienced with Keyence sensors, machine vision systems, and Mitsubishi HMI interfaces.
  • Sustained full operational status of production line and introduce error-proofing systems.
  • Conducted destructive and non-destructive testing to verify material strength and weld penetration align with manufacturer specifications.
  • Facilitated daily production meetings as liaison officer.
  • Coordinated with maintenance team to schedule downtime for preventative maintenance.
  • Led ergonomic projects with external vendors to promote safer work practices.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Manufacturing Engineering and Technology

Western Kentucky University
05.2020

U.S. Army Engineer Officer -

U.S. Army Engineer School
06.2021

Field Service Engineer -

Siemens Energy EIT Program
Orlando, FL
01-2023

Renewable Energy Field Engineer -

Siemens Gamesa - Wind Academy
Orlando, FL
09-2023

Skills

  • CATIA
  • AutoCAD
  • Robot Programming
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Project
  • Quality Control
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Military Experience
  • Project Management
  • Working at Heights

Additional Information

  • Top Secret Security Clearance Holder
  • OSHA 30 Certified
  • Master Rigger Qualified
  • Wind Turbine Master Climber Certified

Timeline

Field Service Engineer

Siemens Energy
01.2023 - Current

Body Weld Process Engineer

Toyota Motor North America
04.2022 - 01.2023

Production Engineer

Kobelco Aluminum Products & Extrusions Inc
08.2021 - 04.2022

Engineer Officer

U.S. Army National Guard
05.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Manufacturing Engineering and Technology

Western Kentucky University

U.S. Army Engineer Officer -

U.S. Army Engineer School

Field Service Engineer -

Siemens Energy EIT Program

Renewable Energy Field Engineer -

Siemens Gamesa - Wind Academy

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