Joseph Njeru
Hutto,TX
Summary
Results-driven Engineering Technician with a proven track record at Applied Materials, excelling in semiconductor system optimization and compliance. Skilled in precision instrument calibration and troubleshooting, I am a dedicated team player who enhances functionality and reliability in complex systems. My leadership and communication abilities foster a collaborative work environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Technician
Applied Materials
Austin, TX
11.2020 - Current
- Constructed, tested, and resolved issues in semiconductor systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Designed, evaluated, and debugged semiconductor systems to enhance functionality and reliability.
- Developed, assessed, and rectified semiconductor systems to maintain industry standards.
- Adhered to company policies and safety regulations to ensure compliance and maintain a secure work environment.
- Followed company policies and safety protocols to uphold compliance and promote a safe workplace.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and safety standards to foster a secure and regulated work environment.
- Facilitated the integration of new systems, optimizing workplace functionality.
Instrumentation Specialist/ Mechanical Assembler
GE Energy
Houston, TX
11.2015 - 05.2018
- Reading and interpreting drawing of pipping and instrumentation diagrams as well as flow charts
- Fitting instruments ( gauges, transmitters, valves, meters, Flow, temperature and pressure gauges)
- Inserted, positioned, clamped, sliced, and fitted parts using hand and power tools
- Set-up and performed hand and automatic assembly operations on components of sub-assemblies.
- Mechanical assembly of industrial generators, aero derivative gas turbines, steam turbines and compressor skids for commercial purposes.
- Calibrating pressure, flow and temperature manometers
- Troubleshooting control instruments
Metal Fabricator / Leadman
Halliburton Inc.
Houston & Lafayette, Texas & Louisiana
08.2009 - 10.2015
- Metal pipe fabrication including perforation, grinding, threading, sanding and shipping
- Valve assembly from sub- assemblies
- Operating Machines
- Welding
- House keeping
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Instrumentation and Control
University of Houston
Houston, TX01-2018
Skills
- Interpretation of blueprints
Analysis of wiring diagrams
P&ID drawing proficiency - Familiarity with mechanical and electrical systems
- Microsoft Office
- Precision instrument calibration
- Troubleshooting
- Knowledge of DCS and PLCs
- Dedicated team player
- Focused and driven
- Literacy capabilities
- Leadership position
- Excellent communication techniques
Affiliations
Phi Theta Kappa
Awards
Employee of the Month. Recognized by GE Power for contribution towards the success of GEN8 TM2500 project in the 3rd quarter of 2016.
Employee of the Year 2013 Halliburton Inc, Screens Department, Lafayette, Louisiana.
Accomplishments
Initiated safety procedures that pertained to near misses and proposed policies that improved safety at both GE and Halliburton Inc.
Supervised 45 employees at Halliburton Inc. Lafayette, Louisiana.
Timeline
Engineering Technician
Applied Materials
11.2020 - Current
Instrumentation Specialist/ Mechanical Assembler
GE Energy
11.2015 - 05.2018
Metal Fabricator / Leadman
Halliburton Inc.
08.2009 - 10.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Instrumentation and Control
University of Houston
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