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Michael Shipley

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Summary

Dynamic HFC/Access Designer III with over 18 years of experience in the telecommunications industry. Proven ability to mentor junior designers and lead collaborative design efforts that align with business objectives, resulting in improved product functionality and user satisfaction.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

HFC/Access Designer Lll , Fiber and Coax

Cox Communications
Oklahoma City, OK
11.2007 - Current
  • Designed user-friendly interfaces for digital products, enhancing overall customer experience.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative design solutions aligned with business objectives.
  • Conducted user research and usability testing to inform design decisions and improve product functionality.
  • Mentored junior designers, fostering skill development and promoting best practices within the team.
  • Identified design requirements for each project.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop, review and finalize design concepts.
  • Designed, drafts coax and fiber BAU projects across multiple markets.
  • Manged Optix, Watts and Remedy as-built queues including processing design tasks and assigning task to design contractors.

Drafting Engineer

4 Star Trailer
Oklahoma City, OK
06.2003 - 10.2007
  • Designed detailed CAD drawings for trailer components, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine design specifications and resolve technical issues.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced drafting accuracy and reduced project timelines.
  • Led training sessions for junior engineers on best practices in drafting software and design methodologies.
  • 5yrs experience using AutoCad, Pro E and Microsoft Office Suite.

Maintenance Engineer

4 Star Trailer
Oklahoma City, OK
06.1996 - 06.2003
  • Conducted regular inspections to identify maintenance needs and ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed repairs on trailers to minimize downtime.
  • Collaborated with technicians to implement preventive maintenance schedules, enhancing equipment reliability.
  • Streamlined repair processes by developing standardized procedures for common maintenance tasks.
  • Managed inventory of spare parts, ensuring availability for timely repair interventions and reducing lead times.
  • Analyzed maintenance data to identify trends and recommend improvements for operational efficiency.
  • Maintained strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, securing high-quality parts at competitive prices for the company.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
  • Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.

Education

Associate of Science - Computer And Information Systems

Vatterott College
Oklahoma City, OK

Skills

  • Teamwork skills
  • Layout design
  • Concept development
  • CAD drafting
  • Design research
  • Vendor relationships
  • Project presentations
  • Environmental design
  • HTML and CSS
  • Multi-tasking
  • Collaboration skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

HFC/Access Designer Lll , Fiber and Coax

Cox Communications
11.2007 - Current

Drafting Engineer

4 Star Trailer
06.2003 - 10.2007

Maintenance Engineer

4 Star Trailer
06.1996 - 06.2003

Associate of Science - Computer And Information Systems

Vatterott College

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