Ismael Velazquez
Hanover Park,IL
Summary
Senior Engineering Technician with experience supporting research, maintenance, and plant operations. Expertise in electro-mechanical systems, test setups, troubleshooting, and project supervision. Proven ability to lead teams, ensure operational efficiency, and contribute to clean energy and fuel technology development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Engineer Tech
GTI Energy
Des Plaines, IL
06.2022 - Current
- Specialize in vehicle fueling infrastructure and clean fuel generation projects associated with hydrogen, renewable natural gas, hybrid, and electric vehicle technologies
- Design and fabricate electronic and electro-mechanical test set-ups and prototypes
- Manage fabrication lab space and test lab spaces including ESD equipment and compliance by maintaining lab infrastructure and inventory organized, and clean at all times
- Maintain onsite and off site storage locations and hazardous materials handling
- Adhere to quality and industry guidelines, personal protection guidelines, and safety practices at all times by maintaining licenses, training, and certifications as needed
- Design, machine, and weld parts for research system projects
- Plan, install, and maintain process lines, utility lines, and placement of project equipment to ensure best outcome of space utilization
- Install electrical infrastructure from incoming supply to electrical distribution panels, equipment, and instrumentation
- Conduct performance testing, troubleshooting, and system qualification
- Rig and move research equipment from lab spaces
- Perform regular preventive maintenance using established protocols and tools
- Demonstrate working knowledge of mechanical systems and practices
- Travels on occasion to research facilities to install plumbing, research and electro-mechanical equipment, data collection systems and equipment, and infrastructure for site
- Take on leadership responsibilities such as, interviewing applicants, mentoring, and training new hires
Plant Engineering Maintenance Supervisor
United Parcel Service (UPS)
Addison, IL
02.2018 - 06.2022
- Manned HMI program in control room and troubleshot mechanical and electrical issues reported by inbound and outbound management
- Dispatched mechanics to site area to repair / work on equipment, and perform PMI’s
- Communicated across all departments concerning issues / outages to the Plant Engineering Manager
- Coordinated with plant production to accomplish planned maintenance during mid-run window or breakdowns to maximize available run time
- Monitored and repaired equipment breakdowns
- Ensured all equipment parts and inventory were accounted for, installed correctly, safely, and maintenance properly performed
- Performed facility audits on all equipment and ensured all work areas, tools, and equipment were compliant and up to company’s safety standard
- Planned work schedules for plant mechanics, vendors, and contractors
- Worked in Excel and other software programs
- Constructed work orders in Maximo
- Supervised ten to fifteen mechanics and techs and ensured timecards were correctly submitted
Outbound Operations Supervisor
United Parcel Service (UPS)
Addison, IL
09.2016 - 02.2018
- Ensured trailers were spotted correctly on loading dock and verified trailer loading equipment was set up and properly working prior to shift start
- Managed and supervised 20-25 hourly employees and verified timecards
- Ensured trailers were safely loaded to maximum capacity by hourly employees
- Worked under time constraint to ensure all loads were properly loaded and correct documentation attached in order to meet shipping deadlines and ensure trailers were sent to the correct destination
- Learned the company’s logistics in order to ensure quality and service to customers
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times to prevent workforce injuries
Education
Associate's - Integrated Systems Technology
Skills
- Technical Skills: PLC, HMI, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo, Pneumatics, Electrical/Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Tools & Systems: Maximo, Spreadsheets, Welding (Mig, Tig, Stick), lab equipment
- Soft Skills: Leadership, Multitasking, Communication, Bilingual (Spanish/English)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sr. Engineer Tech
GTI Energy
06.2022 - Current
Plant Engineering Maintenance Supervisor
United Parcel Service (UPS)
02.2018 - 06.2022
Outbound Operations Supervisor
United Parcel Service (UPS)
09.2016 - 02.2018