Onyekachi Cyrian Ekeagwu
Nottingham,MD
Summary
Dynamic Industrial Engineer specializing in robotics design, manufacturing, and process optimization, with a proven track record in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Experienced in spearheading initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, minimize costs, and elevate product quality within diverse manufacturing landscapes. Exhibits robust analytical prowess and problem-solving capability, underpinned by a meticulous and cooperative team-oriented demeanor. Skilled in managing multiple projects simultaneously with precision, underlined by over 2 years of successful engagement with stakeholders and regulatory bodies. Proficient in employing statistical techniques to maximize hardware utility and a people-focused strategy to improve workforce productivity, consistently achieving excellence in operational speed and quality across varied production domains. Recent roles have expanded expertise in global project coordination, prototype design and production, and cross-functional team leadership, further enhancing contributions to manufacturing process innovation and efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Adjunct Faculty Professor
Harrisburg University
Harrisburg, PA
06.2023 - Current
- Organized, prepared, and revised course material and applied technological options for online and course-related software.
- Advised students in academic matters to improve successful course completion.
- Displayed professional demeanor and served as role model for students.
- Developed and kindled professional relationships with students to better communicate and enhance instruction.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
Drone Pilot
Self-employeed
Baltimore, MD
12.2022 - Current
- Determined areas in need of improvement and devised targeted corrective actions for each concern to maintain optimal business operations.
- Sourced initial funding to get business up and running while planning initial structure and making strategic first hires.
- Generated additional revenue streams through constructive partner and client relationships.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Determined business plan, mission statement, and vision.
Robotics Instructor
4H Club
Cockeysville, MD
12.2021 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Implemented projects to enhance computer science subject matter and help students grasp concepts.
- Coordinated classroom lectures with laboratory assignments.
Entrepreneur
Self-employeed
Baltimore, MD
05.2016 - Current
- Sourced initial funding to get business up and running while planning initial structure and making strategic first hires.
- Determined business plan, mission statement, and vision.
- Determined areas in need of improvement and devised targeted corrective actions for each concern to maintain optimal business operations.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Generated additional revenue streams through constructive partner and client relationships.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Intern Researcher
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Designed and assembled 2 fully functioning interplanetary excavation robots using NASA space exploration rover guidelines to study reliability and of plastic exposed to different environments
- Wrote research papers, reports, reviews, and summaries regarding interplanetary robotics.
- Developed autonomous/tele-controlled robots using Arduino and Raspberry Pi with Python
- Performed robot systems and structural analysis, achieving 35% functionality improvement
- Created and maintained cost-effective bill of materials, outsourced parts, and reduced costs by 20%
- Analyzed and documented results from research and analysis operations.
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.
Lab Technician
Industrial Robotics & Automated Manufacturing Lab
Baltimore, MD
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Coached over 150 students and researchers with lab equipment and technical issues
- Optimized production unit's efficiency and reduced material waste by over 50%
- Analyzed lab and machine layout and made modest changes to improve efficiency by 20%
- Implemented human factor designs that led to 40% increase in productivity
- Executed low-cost acquisition of materials and improved outsourcing efficiency by 60%
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
Research and Development Engineer Intern
Maryland Space Grant Consortium, Richard Pitts – Morgan State
Baltimore, MD
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Researched application of additive manufacturing in interplanetary excavation
- Experimented on weight and material waste reduction, achieving 80% weight and material reduction using regenerative design techniques
- Performed quality tests of 3 robotics prototypes manufactured by additive manufacturing in contrast with 2 prototypes built by subtractive manufacturing
- Estimated production costs, cost-saving methods, and effects of product design changes on expenditures for management review, action, and control.
- Improved product reliability with effective management of quality control processes.
- Designed, created, and tested production models for industrial processes.
Automated Manufacturing Lab Research Assistant
Industrial Robotics & Automated Manufacturing Lab
Baltimore, MD
05.2017 - 04.2019
- Coordinated use of robotic systems to facilitate and boost production by 30%
- Conducted workload assessments and facilitated performance integration tests and quality control
- Maintained complete documentation for 6 machines and 2 robotic systems
- Developed complete redesign of robotic systems from start to end by specifications
- Managed recruitment and established new training curriculum that served more than 50 students
- Identified problems and performed analysis and troubleshooting to refine procedures.
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
- Wrote research papers, reports, reviews, and summaries regarding general robotics.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
Education
Master of Science - Industrial & Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, and Robotics
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD 08.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial & Systems Engineering, Robotics
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD03.2020
Skills
- Data Analysis, Research, C, Linear programming, LINDO, and LP Software, Robotics Design and
- Enterprise Architect software (systems design and control)
- Autodesk Tools (CAD, Fusion 360, Inventor), Solid Works
- Systems Analysis and Quality Improvement (Six Sigma)
- Production and Process Management, Operation Research (OR), and Lean Six Sigma
- Simulation (Minitab, MATLAB)
- Quality and Cycle Time Optimization
Additional Information
- Awards: , NASA Robotic Mining Competition (RMC), Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) Scholar (Top 5%) Clubs and Organizations: Morgan State Robotics Research Program (Maryland Space Grant Consortium), Morgan State Robotics Club
- Recognition of Achievement and participation in NASA Robotic Mining Competition (RMC). Award of Achievement in Robotics from Johns Hopkins University. Volunteer and keynote speaker at the Regional VEX Robotics competition at Johns Hopkins University
Languages
English
Full Professional
Igbo
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty Professor
Harrisburg University
06.2023 - Current
Drone Pilot
Self-employeed
12.2022 - Current
Robotics Instructor
4H Club
12.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Industrial & Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, and Robotics
Morgan State University
08.2020 - 05.2022
Intern Researcher
Morgan State University
08.2019 - 05.2021
Lab Technician
Industrial Robotics & Automated Manufacturing Lab
08.2019 - 01.2021
Research and Development Engineer Intern
Maryland Space Grant Consortium, Richard Pitts – Morgan State
05.2018 - 08.2019
Automated Manufacturing Lab Research Assistant
Industrial Robotics & Automated Manufacturing Lab
05.2017 - 04.2019
Entrepreneur
Self-employeed
05.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial & Systems Engineering, Robotics
Morgan State University
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