ROBERT FULTZ III
Summary
- Conducted material testing on multiple plastics and wood types using the Instron 5982 Universal Testing Machine, collecting and analyzing strength data.
- Designed letters and symbols in NX CAD and generated CNC operations to manufacture parts from wood and metal.
- Designed and built CNC workholding fixtures in NX to support machining operations.
- Led a four-person team in organizing, manufacturing, and inspecting components for a senior design project as the Lead CAD Designer.
- Programmed and simulated a CRB robotic system and successfully deployed it in a real-world application using RAPID.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot PLC-controlled systems, including conveyors, pneumatics, and sensors, to ensure proper operation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Robotics & Automation Technician
Power Labor - Rivian
Normal, IL
08.2026 - Current
- Responded to AGV faults with urgency and partnered with operations, engineering, and vendors as needed to minimize downtime and production disruption.
- Performed break-fix and preventative maintenance on AGV equipment and supporting systems.
- Observed AGV equipment in operation to identify root causes, troubleshoot failures, and restore equipment to standard operating condition.
- Performed inspection, adjustment, calibration, testing, and replacement of defective components including sensors, wiring, motors, controls, and mechanical assemblies.
- Executed regular equipment inspections, maintained inspection records, and identified abnormalities before they impacted production.
- Identified and sourced parts, supplies, and repair items as necessary.
Security Officer
Allied Universal
Normal, IL
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Monitored facilities and conducted safety patrols.
- Responded to alarms, incidents, and medical situations.
- Maintained reports and ensured safe operations.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon Fulfillment Center
Matteison, IL
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Picked, scanned, and packed customer orders.
- Performed lifting, loading, and material movement.
- Followed safety and quality procedures.
Concrete Laborer
Carl Brookes Contracting
Chicago, IL
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Mixed and poured concrete for construction projects.
- Installed reinforcement materials and expansion joints.
- Applied finishing, sealants, and coatings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12-2025
Skills
CAD(Siemens NX/Inventor Pro) Manufacturing CNC Programming CNC machining Robotic Programming C# Programming Troubleshooting Microsoft Excel PLC Programming Autodesk Inventor Circuit Boards Pneumatic Systems
Timeline
Robotics & Automation Technician
Power Labor - Rivian
08.2026 - Current
Security Officer
Allied Universal
08.2024 - 07.2025
Warehouse Associate
Amazon Fulfillment Center
05.2023 - 07.2023
Concrete Laborer
Carl Brookes Contracting
05.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology
Illinois State University