Matthew E. Rachels

• Global and Regional Corporate Sales Engineering
• Regional Server Team Member
• Cyber security implementation, planning, estimating
• Remote building analytics
• Project management
• Software and hardware engineering
• Third party integration
• HVAC, fire, security, and process controls, utility metering.
• Windows and networking troubleshooting
• Commissioning
• Trained customer employees and managers on machine use and maintenance.
• Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
• Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
• Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
• Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
• Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
• Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
• Maintained, debugged and optimized automation programs and hardware.

*Key Customers- UPS Pharma, Humana HQ, YUM HQ, Abbot Labs HQ, Toyota, Honda, Mead Johnson, City of Milwaukee, Chicago Art Institute

• Service Supervisor of Automation Service Technicians and Local Union Pipe Fitters/ Refrigeration Mechanics in Kentucky, Southern Indiana, Southern Ohio.
• Spearheaded process improvement initiatives to reduce service costs.
• Checked safety practices and integrity of PPE.
• Installed and provided technical support for equipment.
• Regional, national, global technology resource and sales support.
• Third party integration
• Electrical, HVAC, Fire, Security, CCTV, Process, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare and Energy management, Automotive Manufacturing, and Healthcare.
• WAN and Private Corporate network troubleshooting, planning and direct customer support.
• Direct Customer Sales
• Profit & Loss Forecasting
• Monitored work performance and quality to maintain standards.

• For 7 Kentucky branches, 20 salesman, and key customers
• Co-funded pilot project with Schneider Electric and Rexel to generate increased gross margin with technology commodities and services.
• Liaised with assigned accounts to foster relationship development.
• Delivered technical sales presentations to prospects and presented benefits and value of products.
• Designed and delivered product training for clients.
• Provided technical troubleshooting and problem solving for clients with installed equipment or system issues.
• Sales and support for all Schneider Products including SCADA, PLC, DDC, Power Systems, Drives, Power monitoring, Engineered studies, and on site services
• Pre and Post-sales support and Engineering Services
• Prepared cost estimates and bid documents by studying customer RFPs and consulting with project managers.
• Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Managed technical integration, systems engineering program management, customer support and program management.
• Supported clients with business analysis, documentation, and data modeling.

• Project management
• Managed on-site and off-site installation, repair, maintenance, and test tasks.
• Followed safety procedures to avoid injuries in field.
• Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
• Provided technical support to troubleshoot, repair and maintain operational efficiencies in hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
• Discussed and recommended service options with customers and explained costs involved.
• Software and hardware installation and engineering
• Commercial Industrial BAS Design,
• Third party integration
• HVAC, fire, security and process controls
• Windows and network troubleshooting
• Commissioning
• Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
• Interpreted equipment diagrams and blueprints to fully understand mechanical and electrical systems in need of service.
• Responded quickly to emergency maintenance requests for timely on-call support.
• Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
• Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• Reviewed aspects of job upon completion to alleviate equipment failure and prevent callbacks.

• Certified 3M high voltage taps and splices.
• Power Generation
• Commissioning
• Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers and other components.
• Installed, maintained and repaired electrical wiring, controls and lighting systems.
• Inspected transformers and circuit breakers for malfunctions.
• Prepared sketches and blueprints.
• Followed blueprints to install wiring before completion of walls, ceilings or floors.
• Attached power cables to equipment such as electric range and motor.
• Structured cabling installation.

• Maintained, installed and terminated commercial shopping center's large conductors.
• Designed, installed and maintained lighting and electrical systems.
• Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
• Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
• Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
• Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
• Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
• Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
• Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
• Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
• Provided preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services.
• Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.

• Maintained, installed and terminated commercial shopping center's large conductors.
• Designed, installed and maintained lighting and electrical systems.
• Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
• Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
• Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
• Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
• Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
• Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
• Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
• Provided preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services.