Nicholas Pettit
Amsterdam,NY
Summary
Strong troubleshooting mechanical and electrical skills. I'm looking to continue learning in the engineering field to gain more knowledge of process and control systems and progress my career as an engineer.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Engineer
Beech-Nut
Amsterdam, NY
07.2022 - Current
- Analyzed production data to identify areas of improvement and reduce costs.
- Implemented changes in the process to increase efficiency, safety, and quality.
- Provided technical support to operations personnel throughout the plant.
- Performed equipment design, selection, installation, commissioning, start-up and troubleshooting activities.
- Maintained documentation of all process parameters and test results.
- Collaborated with other departments such as Quality Control and Maintenance on projects related to process engineering initiatives.
- Established preventative maintenance programs for all relevant equipment used in production processes.
- Designed methods for improving energy consumption during manufacturing operations.
- Worked with managers, operators and vendors to perform root cause analysis on failing systems.
- Led process improvements while mentoring others to improve processes.
Instrumentation & Controls/Electrical Technician
Beech-Nut
Amsterdam, NY
06.2019 - 07.2022
- Programming PLC logic using Rockwell Software
- Troubleshot and corrected process issues utilizing Logix software
- Resolved equipment malfunctions through diagnosis and repair, resulting in increased uptime and optimized performance.
- Played a key role in capital projects by providing valuable input, executing tasks proficiently, and commissioning new equipment like running power/communication cables efficiently or setting up conduits successfully.
- Troubleshot AB Controllogix and Compactlogix PLCs utilizing Logix5000 Designer, as well as Panelview applications using FT Studio
- Calibrated Flowmeters, Level Transmitters, and Pressure Transmitters.
- Proficient in the installation and troubleshooting of various Compact Low Voltage AC drives like Powerflex 525 and Powerflex 40.
- Applied knowledge of electrical schematics to effectively diagnose and resolve problems with electrical panels.
Process Maintenance Technician
FAGE USA Dairy Industry Inc
Johnstown, New York
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Experienced in operating and maintaining a variety of processing equipment including sanitary valves, pumps, plate heat exchangers, homogenizers, and centrifugal separators.
- Proficient in working with a wide range of instrumentation including flow-meters, pressure transmitters, level switches, temperature sensors, photo-electrics, analog circuit control and low voltage power distribution.
- Maintained and troubleshooted steam and condensate equipment such as valves, steam traps, and steam pumps during operation.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted control systems, valves, pumps and other components to maintain system integrity.
Ceramic and Crystal Growth/Substrate Technician
Crystal IS
Green Island, New York
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Prepare and setup RF furnaces for source preps and crystal growths.
- Follow work instructions, while following safety and quality policies and procedures (ISO 9001).
- Collect and record data and measurements from processes, which is then entered into a database.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
Excelsior College
Albany, NY2020
Associate Degree - Electrical Technology
Fulton Montgomery Community College
2016
Associate Degree - Automotive Technology
Fulton Montgomery Community College
2012
Timeline
Process Engineer
Beech-Nut
07.2022 - Current
Instrumentation & Controls/Electrical Technician
Beech-Nut
06.2019 - 07.2022
Process Maintenance Technician
FAGE USA Dairy Industry Inc
07.2017 - 07.2019
Ceramic and Crystal Growth/Substrate Technician
Crystal IS
06.2016 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
Excelsior College
Associate Degree - Electrical Technology
Fulton Montgomery Community College
Associate Degree - Automotive Technology
Fulton Montgomery Community College
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