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Michael Chang

ALDIE,VA

Summary

To obtain a position as an Engineering Technician / Liaison which I can fully utilize my technical and analytical skills.

Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

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1
Certification
31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering Technician / Engineer Liaison

U.S. Department of State
05.2016 - 12.2025
  • Responsible for coordination of the daily construction activities daily management of sub-contractor workforce
  • Manages projects data across multiple construction site for new and renovation design for all U.S. Embassy Post
  • Collaborate with the design group to review drawings and specifications, as well as interpreting specifications to be incorporated into construction drawings
  • Modified and review Unclassified / Classified Criteria Technical Drawing
  • Coordinate with the overseas Facility Management team with updated changes and review construction documents
  • Provide CAD / BIM support for Architects and Engineers (Electrical, Mechanical, Structural and Interior) for U.S. Embassy design
  • Manage and maintain Project Documentation (CAD files, reference, flat files and As-Built record)
  • Coordinate and implement QA/QC program to ensure installations are free from defects and all components works
  • Review Permits packages for quality control.
  • Conducts Post surveys of existing plans and convey field findings into Contract Proposal
  • Perform technical reviews of contractor design proposals and deliverable
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop solutions that improved project delivery timelines.
  • Analyzed data from engineering tests to identify trends and recommend design modifications.
  • Conducted technical evaluations of engineering systems and equipment for compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Assisted with installation, calibration and testing of engineering systems.
  • Implemented quality assurance procedures to minimize non-conformances.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials needed for engineering projects.
  • Collaborated with engineers in new product introduction phases to develop and verify design changes.
  • Developed technical specifications and requirements for engineering projects supporting U.S. diplomatic missions.
  • Optimized engineering processes by implementing innovative solutions and streamlining workflow.
  • Conducted feasibility studies for new projects, providing detailed analysis and recommendations that informed leadership decisions.
  • Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
  • Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.

Engineer Designer

Newport News Shipbuilding (Northrop Grumman)
01.2008 - 05.2016
  • Perform habitability design & development changes on U.S Navy Aircraft Carrier ships
  • Lead checking drawing duties from concept design through final design phase
  • Provide fabrication shop & waterfront engineering support for (HVAC & Piping)
  • Perform ventilation systems units pressure calculation and testing all units loads
  • Conduct engineering side studies, analyze requirements, select standard engineering or construction techniques, procedures and specifications and designate material requirements
  • Execute testing on HVAC Operation systems (FCU and MAC) units to meet design requirements
  • Develop 2D, 3D Life Cycle Drawing, BOMS & release documentation to support project deadline.
  • Conducted rigorous quality assurance tests, identifying areas of improvement for product optimization.
  • Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
  • Improved energy efficiency in manufacturing processes by redesigning mechanical systems and components.
  • Conducted feasibility studies for new projects, providing detailed analysis and recommendations that informed leadership decisions.
  • Conducted rigorous quality control checks, ensuring all engineering projects met internal and external quality standards.
  • Streamlined project delivery processes, implementing agile methodologies that improved team collaboration and efficiency.
  • Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
  • Conducted technical evaluations of engineering designs and test results.
  • Streamlined design processes, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced project timelines.
  • Developed prototypes for testing and presentation purposes.
  • Developed new product design system to improve efficiency and productivity.

Senior Designer

Kretch & Associates Engineering
03.2007 - 12.2007
  • Responsible for the design and construction of (HVAC & Piping)
  • Involved in planning different phases of design from start to finish
  • Developed heat load calculation and determine units size
  • Evaluated and inspected job sites to obtain design for development

Fireprotection Designer

S.A. Comunale (Emcor)
02.2006 - 03.2007
  • Design water based Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems to contract specifications per NFPA and local codes
  • Performed hydraulic calculations, stock list and order material
  • Provided support for trades during installation issues

GIS Technician

Techni Graphic Systems, Inc (CACI)
03.2005 - 01.2006
  • Digitized classified country-specific thematic map data of cultural, transportation, hydrographic, vegetation and other types of features from diverse U.S. and foreign sources, including aerial photography and remotely sensed imagery
  • Responsible for collecting infrastructure data including utilities, road networks, and urban drainage
  • Performed imagery-based map feature data extraction.
  • Maintained CAD files, plats, surveys, textural descriptions, assessor’s records, and features extracted for imagery

CAD Designer

Kuentz & Associates Environmental Engineering
05.1995 - 11.2001
  • Performed Engineering calculations for building heating and cooling loads
  • Worked with engineers to develop Bill of Materials and construction drawings for (HVAC & Piping)
  • Modified drawings and details changes
  • Evaluated and inspected job sites to obtain design for development

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Cleveland State University, College of Arts And Sciences
Cleveland, OH

Associates of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

Bryant & Stratton
Cleveland, OH

Skills

  • Operating Systems: Windows and UNIX
  • Languages: C, VBA & HTML
  • Applications: MS Suite, AutoDesk Suite (AutoCAD and Revit), BIM, Bluebeam, CATIA, Teamcenter, Siemens NX, Enovia PLM and DMU Navigator
  • Other: ProjNet, SAP, Cognos, MapInfo & ESRI (ArcGIS, ArcMap, and ArcView), Adobe Suite (PhotoShop, Illustrator and InDesign)
  • Industry Experience: Shipyard, Manufacturing, Government Institution, Sports Arena, Commercial Facility and Residential
  • Project management
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Technical specifications
  • Computer-aided design
  • Detail drawings
  • Assembly drawing and 2D & 3D modeling
  • Testing
  • Engineering principles
  • Manufacturing systems integration
  • Engineering operational functions
  • Component testing
  • Product testing
  • Field surveys
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Site inspections

Certification

GIS (Geographic Information System) & AutoCAD

Security Clearance

Top Secret

Timeline

Engineering Technician / Engineer Liaison

U.S. Department of State
05.2016 - 12.2025

Engineer Designer

Newport News Shipbuilding (Northrop Grumman)
01.2008 - 05.2016

Senior Designer

Kretch & Associates Engineering
03.2007 - 12.2007

Fireprotection Designer

S.A. Comunale (Emcor)
02.2006 - 03.2007

GIS Technician

Techni Graphic Systems, Inc (CACI)
03.2005 - 01.2006

CAD Designer

Kuentz & Associates Environmental Engineering
05.1995 - 11.2001

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Cleveland State University, College of Arts And Sciences

Associates of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

Bryant & Stratton