Mackenzie Fruth

Electromechanical Technician

Dynetics

05.2019 - Current

Observed equipment functioning to detect electronic problems for service, repair or replacement.
Enhanced production uptime by quickly diagnosing and repairing malfunctions in electromechanical equipment.
Provided technical support to team members, sharing knowledge of electromechanical systems operation and maintenance best practices.
Collaborated with engineering teams to implement design modifications for improved system functionality.
Redlined and submitted Engineering Change Requests for product enhancement.
Actively participated in cross-functional team meetings to understand project requirements and provide input from an electromechanical standpoint.
Increased overall system reliability by conducting root cause analysis on recurring issues and implementing corrective actions, followed by a detailed report of the findings.
Tested electromechanical assembly performance using DMM, power supply and current load banks.
Completed skilled soldering training, corrections and wiring tasks to produce high-quality work.
Read schematics or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.
Developed and constructed electro-mechanical fixtures and assemblies for prototyped devices at the customer's request.
Developed Procedures/Documentation to help convey software installations for handheld computers.
Helped redesigned a testing application to run 1,000 tests vs. 1 test to capture network bus traffic faults.
Wrote in-depth reports and corrective actions for customer returned equipment.
Performed troubleshooting to correct computer hardware and software malfunctions.
Repaired hardware malfunctions on in-house laptops, ensuring optimal computer functionality.
Enhanced system performance by conducting regular software and hardware updates on customer's handheld computer products.
Assessed system software and made modifications to reduce lag time and improve overall speed. Removed #bloatware on the backup images, reduced animation & loading effects.
Implemented data backup images for quick software transfer to increase product production time. Reduced system file transfers from 1.5hrs to 3.5 minutes per build.
Trained new team members on best practices in managing computer systems effectively. Recommended IT course Test-Out to management for better computer understanding amongst staff due to our products being heavily software and computer functionality related.
Maintained accurate inventory records of all hardware assets throughout their lifecycle, facilitating appropriate replacement schedules when needed. Example: Thermal paste for Heatsinks, Alcohol, conformal coating circuit board sprays etc.
Performed troubleshooting and repaired peripheral devices such as printers, barcode scanners and hand held computer devices.
Assisted Field Service Engineers with technical support inquiries and recommended corrective action.
Inspected and tested faulty circuit boards for NASA Break-Out-Box Builds, found root cause of the PCBA failures and recommended corrective actions.
Documented changes and actions in computer-based tracking system.
Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.