Ramiro Soto
Fremont,CA
Summary
Skilled in test engineering with experience strengthening manufacturing processes, improving product quality, and reducing costs. Possess strong knowledge of developing, implementing, and maintaining test procedures for complex electronic systems. Demonstrated capacity to manage testing schedules, analyze defects, and ensure compliance with standards. Noted for enhancing system performance through innovative testing techniques.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Test Engineering Technician II
Proterra Power
Burlingame, California
08.2024 - Current
- Conducted product testing to assess performance and reliability.
- Collaborated with engineering team to troubleshoot product issues effectively.
- Conducted tests to evaluate forced thermal runaway conditions in product prototypes.
- Validation Testing - Testing prototypes before released into the production line
- Created prototypes using various materials and tools to meet design specifications.
- Constructed new design models following engineering guidelines and specifications.
- Evaluated passive propagation resistance in materials to enhance product safety.
- Documented test results and maintained accurate project records.
- Ensured all safety regulations were followed while performing tests in the laboratory environment.
- Supported setup, executed testing, and reported integration activities.
- Aid the test team for equipment and instrumentation needs and issues
- Assist in the deployment of new test and lab equipment
- Fabricate test fixturing
- Support on-site and off-site testing at external facilities
- Assembly and teardown of DUTs for post-test analysis
- Operate test equipment including but, not limited to shakers, thermal chambers, high voltage power supplies
- Support DUT troubleshooting efforts
- Maintain instrumentation and lab equipment
- Build test specific DUTs with instrumentation provided by test engineer
- Designed and constructed custom thermocouples to meet specific testing requirements.
- Developed lab view executable for efficient data analysis.
- Execute reliability testing, chambers and help maintain them
- NI saw system.
Manufacturing Engineering Tech - Test Engineering
Moxion Power
Richmond, CA
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Set up and sustained operational flow of the EOL testing.
- Set up tools and test equipment, supporting manufacturing systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Updated work instructions and trained operators, leads, and supervisors to enhance process understanding.
- Provided direction on next steps for units stuck in 'Failure Mode' in the area.
- Documented all issues observed on units that failed at EOL.
- Created and maintained a troubleshooting guide for internal knowledge transfer.
- Communicated issues found with Quality Engineering to facilitate the appropriate triage activity in the factory.
- Supported rework activities for field return units, prioritizing production.
Battery Associate
Moxion Power
Richmond, CA
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Build/Assemble Moxions class-leading mobile energy storage systems
- Prepared tools and materials for shift start to ensure efficient workflow
- Communicated production-related concerns to team leader and line supervision to facilitate timely resolutions
- Trained new employees on operational procedures to enhance team readiness and compliance
- Follow 5-S Policy procedures to maintain cleanliness and a safe, organized work environment
Engineering Technician - Safety and Reliability Testing
Proterra
Burlingame, CA
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted tests on forced thermal runaway (FTR) conditions in battery systems
- Assessed passive propagation resistance (PPR) in product designs
- Validation Testing - Testing prototypes before being released into the production line
- Building Prototypes
- Product Testing
- New Design Builds
Production Associate
Proterra
Burlingame, CA
08.2019 - 01.2022
- Supported and troubleshot remanufacturing of 2170 & 18650 battery packs, ensuring quality and reliability
- Assisted in remanufacturing processes for battery packs, contributing to overall production efficiency
- Trained team members on battery pack assembly techniques, enhancing team skill set and output quality
- Knowledge of assembly for 18650 battery packs
- Knowledge of modules builds and block builds
- Follow 5-S Policy procedures to maintain cleanliness and a safe, organized work environment
- Supporting gentoo battery line
- Supported battery manufacturing in COI
- Temporary Lead for production line
Education
Laney Community College
Oakland, CA01-2018
High School Diploma -
Robertson High School
Fremont, CATimeline
Test Engineering Technician II
Proterra Power
08.2024 - Current
Manufacturing Engineering Tech - Test Engineering
Moxion Power
10.2023 - 06.2024
Battery Associate
Moxion Power
04.2023 - 10.2023
Engineering Technician - Safety and Reliability Testing
Proterra
01.2022 - 02.2023
Production Associate
Proterra
08.2019 - 01.2022
Laney Community College
High School Diploma -
Robertson High School