Julie Hyska
Utica,MI
Summary
Dynamic leader and strategic planner with a proven track record at Ford Motor Company, excelling in innovative solutions and leading with influence. Experienced in data, voice, and wireless network design, implementation and problem solving, complemented by strong communication skills. Significantly contributed to major projects, enhancing customer satisfaction and achieving cost savings through technical and interpersonal excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Campus LAN Team Lead
Ford Motor Company
Dearborn, MI
04.2024 - Current
- Led the LAN Planning Team to surpass expectations, delivering not only our objectives for 2024, but also successfully implementing a further 40 projects.
- Motivated and empowered team members to build strong relationships with project managers and customers leading to better communication and collaboration
- Allocated resources effectively to ensure project completion within deadlines and budget.
- Motivated team members through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Acquired expertise in managing and resolving workplace conflicts.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, implementing changes when required.
- Established clear team goals aligned with company objectives, tracking progress regularly.
Senior LAN & Wireless Planner
Ford Motor Company
Dearborn, MI
06.2018 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with stakeholders to determine project requirements, scope, timeline, deliverables, resources required, and cost estimates.
- Led cross-functional teams in the design and execution of planning projects, promoting collaboration and innovation.
- Updated and maintained planning documents and IP addressing records, ensuring accuracy for Manufacturing Plants and Business & Engineering Ford Facilities.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Recognized by management for providing an innovative solution to replace 8,000 data drops, resulting in cost savings of $5.1 million.
- Audited ITII network upgrades, which, as a result, reduced waste by decommissioning unused equipment and installing smaller switches due to underutilization. A cost saving of over $300,000.
- Facilitated Wave 1 decommissioning efforts for Ford Land-leased sites, resulting in a cost savings of approximately $50 million through efficient execution and planning.
- Led the successful, on-time closing, including the user relocation of 40+ Ford Land-owned buildings in North America, Canada, Arizona, Florida, and South Carolina.
Senior LAN Network Planner
Ford Motor Credit Company
Dearborn, MI
08.2013 - 05.2018
- Managed the installation of new hardware devices in the Ford Credit Call Center network environments.
- Configured network equipment for installations, performed lifecycle refreshes and performed post-installation testing for turnkey services.
- Conducted research on new mobile phone and tablet technologies, and recommended solutions that were cost-effective and met organizational requirements.
- Guided over 300 remote branch development managers individually through the setup of their new iPhones, following the discontinuation of Blackberry contracts.
- Created quick setup guides for each iPhone update released by Apple, ensuring smooth transitions with every upgrade.
- Provided iPhone and laptop support for all Ford Credit executives.
- Developed scripts to automate routine software requests using InfoPath forms and SharePoint Designer.
- Created documentation for the deployment of Iridium Go! (Satellite Phone for Disaster Recovery - Execs only) Designed quick start guide for executives and setup and support guide for deployment staff. Project survey results gave me an 87% overall "excellent" deployment experience.
Network/ NetCheck Engineer
Ford Motor Company
Dearborn, MI
05.2010 - 07.2013
- Conducted network audits and remediation efforts to standardize configurations for all Cisco devices globally, in the Ford network.
- Developed, published, and maintained Global Engineering Standards, including configuration templates, IOS versions, and RMON versions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support network infrastructure for critical IPTel projects and initiatives.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation of network configurations, setups, and procedures for future reference.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Education
Master of Electrical & Electronic Engineering - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Bromley College Iof Technology
London, England06-1986
4 Year Electronic Apprenticeship
Ministry of Defence R.A.R.D.E
Sevenoaks, Kent, England07-1983
Bachelor of Electrical And Electronic Engineering - Electrical And Electronic Engineering
Bromley College of Technology
London, England06-1983
Skills
- Leading with Influence
- Innovative Solutions
- Significant contributor to major projects
- Mentoring
- Strong communication skills
- Integrity
- Empathy
- Decision-making - Strategic and Tactical
- Technically capable in data, voice, and wireless network design, implementation, and problem solving
Accomplishments
I was the first female apprentice with the British Ministry of Defence - leading the path for others to follow.
Ford Motor Company - I have received many recognition awards for Exceeding Expectations, Modernizing Everywhere, Going above and Beyond and Extraordinary Efforts.
Received Top Learner Badge in 2023 and
Certification
- CCNA
- CompTIA
Timeline
Network Campus LAN Team Lead
Ford Motor Company
04.2024 - Current
Senior LAN & Wireless Planner
Ford Motor Company
06.2018 - 03.2024
Senior LAN Network Planner
Ford Motor Credit Company
08.2013 - 05.2018
Network/ NetCheck Engineer
Ford Motor Company
05.2010 - 07.2013
Master of Electrical & Electronic Engineering - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Bromley College Iof Technology
4 Year Electronic Apprenticeship
Ministry of Defence R.A.R.D.E
Bachelor of Electrical And Electronic Engineering - Electrical And Electronic Engineering
Bromley College of Technology
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