Robert Bessler
Beaverton,OR
Summary
Successful at applying electronics, electrical circuitry expertise to different practical issues. Skilled in investigating and diagnosing problems and completing root cause analysis. Understands technical information and devises forward-thinking effective solutions that help customers achieve operational and safety targets.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Electronics Engineering Technician
Geosonics Inc.
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Performed setup, calibration, and burn-in for new and returning Minilogger systems.
- Collaborated with engineers and project management to enhance PCB designs, resulting in improved functionality.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for new PCB designs, facilitating better understanding and implementation.
- Acted as liaison for field engineers, delivering prompt support through service calls to resolve technical issues.
- Optimized existing procedures, increasing profit margins.
- Technology used: MS Office, Slack, KiCAD, AutoCAD, PCBExpress, Altium, HEXEdit, proprietary central remote management system, IP management software, Cloudgate modems, Miniloggers, Larson Davis sound level meters, decibel meters, audio equipment, remote microphones, coax cables, fiber cables, seismographs, crack monitors, well monitors, laser sensor tank level monitors.
Electronics Engineering Technician
Promation Engineering
Brooksville, FL
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Led production team through Electro-Mechanical assembly, testing, and calibration of electronic valve actuators.
- Worked closely with engineers to prototype a new type of electronic actuator, with internal failsafe and wireless control.
- Designed LCS and MCC for high-profile customers including NASA and Tesla, enhancing system reliability.
- Used AutoCAD and 3D printer to prototype and test innovative designs, accelerating development process.
- Developed and delivered training on electrical safety, improving team compliance and awareness.
- Created, organized, and presented an original training on electrical safety.
- Updated and revised hundreds of existing procedural documents using InDesign.
- Technology used: MS Office, Publisher, Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, InDesign, KiCAD, AutoCAD, battery management software, 3D printer, valve actuators, VFDs, PLCs, LCSs (local control station), MCC (master control center), UPSs, motor controllers, proportional control circuits, specialized test equipment, digital multimeter, signal generator, waveform generator, AC/DC power supplies, and actuators.
Electronics Technician
Promotion Engineering
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Conducted all in-house troubleshooting, repairs, and time-intensive builds.
- Managed customer RMAs and provided technical support, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Contributed to the company's continued production of electronic valve actuators.
Electrical Technician
Wildcat Discovery Technologies
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Led assembly of electrical components for environmental test chambers.
- Collaborated in project team, reporting directly to project manager to ensure alignment on goals.
- Engaged in learning PLCs and PLC-based systems., and utilizing, PLCs and PLC-based systems.
- Used 3D printer for rapid prototyping and creating finished housings, improving design iteration speed.
- Participated in a project team environment, I reported directly to the project manager.
- Technology used: MS Office suite, Teams, basic hand and power tools, 3D printer, AutoCAD, Altium (PCB design), PCBexpress, and PLCs.
Electronics Technician Nuclear, 3rd Class
U.S. Navy
04.2019 - 09.2021
- Successfully qualified as Electronics Technician Nuclear and Reactor Operator.
- Developed strong work ethic through consistent effort and dedication.
- Support and supervise the start-up and shutdown of the nuclear reactor plant, systems, and subsystems.
- Required to possess a thorough understanding of reactor, electrical, and mechanical theory involved in the operation of nuclear reactors, steam plants, and auxiliary equipment; possess detailed knowledge of chemistry and radiological controls associated with the nuclear reactor.
- Technology used: CAD for the use of plant simulation and diagnostics; airborne particulate detectors; equipment related to reactor plant such as control rods, control rod actuators, plunger-style and centrifugal pumps, resistive temperature detectors, linear variable differential transformers, pressure sensors, flow sensors, level sensors, solenoid switches, motor starters and circuits, steam generator and relief valve system; equipment related to steam plant such as steam traps, pumps, turbines, industrial battery systems, high-voltage transformers, steam condenser/vacuum trap; general purpose test equipment such as Fluke digital multimeter, Tektronix oscilloscope, megohm tester, AC/DC power supply(s), signal generator, waveform generator; computer-based diagnostic software; and PPE.
- Performed operations and maintenance of electronics systems for reactor plant and propulsion control and monitoring.
- Possessed a thorough understanding of reactor, electrical, and mechanical theory involved in the operation of nuclear reactors, steam plants, and auxiliary equipment, along with detailed knowledge of chemistry and radiological controls associated with the nuclear reactor.
Education
Diploma -
Citrus High School
Certification - undefined
Naval Nuclear Electronics Training
Certification - undefined
Naval Nuclear Power School
Qualification - undefined
Nuclear Power Training Unit
Skills
- Electrical safety
- Customer support
- Field service
- Electro-mechanical assembly
- Analog electronics
- Circuit analysis
- Instrument Calibration
- Schematic reading
- Control systems
- Power electronics
Personal Information
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Section name
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Timeline
Electronics Engineering Technician
Geosonics Inc.
10.2023 - 07.2024
Electronics Engineering Technician
Promation Engineering
03.2023 - 10.2023
Electronics Technician
Promotion Engineering
10.2022 - 10.2023
Electrical Technician
Wildcat Discovery Technologies
04.2022 - 07.2022
Electronics Technician Nuclear, 3rd Class
U.S. Navy
04.2019 - 09.2021
Qualification - undefined
Nuclear Power Training Unit
Certification - undefined
Naval Nuclear Power School
Certification - undefined
Naval Nuclear Electronics Training
Diploma -
Citrus High School