Rodney E Atkinson
McKinney,TX
Summary
Experienced engineering technician skilled in troubleshooting, data analysis, and quality assurance. Proven track record of implementing safety protocols and enhancing production processes to ensure compliance and improve efficiency.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Enginnering Tech
Texas Instruments
Sherman, Texas
07.1987 - 03.2026
- Operated and maintained test equipment for semiconductor devices.
- Assisted engineers in troubleshooting circuit board issues.
- Documented test results and analyzed performance data.
- Collaborated with teams to improve production processes.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished products.
- Implemented safety protocols in the testing environment.
- Trained new technicians on equipment operation and procedures.
- Calibrated tools and instruments for accurate measurements.
- Prepared and participated in project design reviews.
- Provided technical support during the installation of new equipment.
- Collaborated with engineers to ensure accuracy in specifications, tolerances, safety requirements.
- Monitored operations for compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.
- Gathered data from multiple sources to evaluate problems, determine trends and diagnose issues.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues related to production process flow.
- Maintained detailed records of all engineering activities including test results, calculations and other relevant information.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by suggesting modifications to existing systems or procedures.
- Analyzed data from testing activities to identify trends or patterns that could be used to improve design efficiency.
- Assisted supervisor with assigning jobs to production personnel to meet production schedules.
- Ran operational tests on systems and equipment to reinforce proper processes and remedy malfunctions.
- Entered and distributed work orders to other technicians.
- Provided training on proper operation of machinery used in the production process.
- Evaluated vendor proposals for materials needed in the production process.
- Organized, analyzed and prepared technical data reports.
- Performed tests on prototype designs to evaluate product performance.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts to achieve company goals.
- Assisted in the design, development and implementation of new engineering projects.
- Developed and used tools to configure orders per customer requirements.
- Reviewed designs for compliance with current industry practices and field conditions.
- Developed maintenance plans for manufacturing facilities and equipment.
- Reviewed customer feedback regarding product performance and made necessary adjustments.
- Conducted research to develop and improve engineering processes and products.
- Inspected components for conformance with specified quality standards prior to shipment.
- Managed inventory of engineering supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for projects.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing project outcomes and suggesting improvements.
- Calibrated and maintained engineering instruments to ensure accurate measurements and testing results.
- Reviewed and interpreted technical specifications and blueprints to assist in project planning and execution.
- Implemented quality control procedures to maintain high standards in engineering projects.
- Conducted environmental impact assessments for engineering projects, ensuring sustainability.
- Monitored project progress, identifying any issues and recommending solutions to improve efficiency.
- Updated and maintained project documentation, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Implemented safety protocols on project sites to prevent accidents and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Participated in continuous education to stay current with emerging engineering technologies and practices.
- Participated in field surveys and site evaluations to gather necessary data for engineering analysis.
- Used equipment, techniques and tools for task completion.
- Tested components, assemblies and systems to diagnose problems.
- Gathered and evaluated data for validity, accuracy and completeness.
- Performed basic calculations and tabulations of technical data.
- Provided technical direction and training to other technologists.
- Recommended corrective and preventive actions to boost product reliability.
- Supported activities to maintain equipment in reliable condition.
- Maintained safety by verifying compliance and assuring proper factory testing.
- Drafted calibrating and operating procedures based upon knowledge of product and testing equipment.
- Calculated target ranges and noted real-time propagation changes.
- Improved and refined methods, process steps or procedures and implemented changes.
- Maintained communications and information security levels and observed appropriate security level requirements.
- Executed root cause analysis to improve yield and reliability.
- Produced and maintained accurate design documentation.
- Evaluated new engineering plans to check technical feasibility and conformance with applicable codes and standards.
- Reduced waste and streamlined schedules to optimize manufacturing processes.
- Built prototype units for testing and experimentation.
- Established test techniques for new products during development and resolved product or equipment problems.
- Applied engineering principles to develop and operate electrical, mechanical and data processing systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electronic Technology
Oklahoma State School of Technical Training
Okmulgee, OK01-1986
Skills
- Test equipment operation
- Circuit board troubleshooting
- Quality assurance processes
- Data analysis techniques
- Project design reviews
- Compliance monitoring
- Continuous improvement methods
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Report preparation
- Product Inspections
- Technical specifications
- Testing
- Manufacturing systems integration
- Strong leader
- Engineering principles
- Manufacturing process controls
- System testing
- Engineering operational functions
- Microsoft excel, project, and Visio
- Materials testing
- Equipment calibration
- Detail drawings
- Maintenance and repairs
- Assembly modeling
- Root-cause analysis
- Product improvement
- Precision measuring tools
- Technical analysis
- Schematic interpretation
- Operations monitoring
- Installation
- Operational analysis
- Excellent communication techniques
- Assembly drawing
- Project management
- Engineering standards expert
- Equipment inspection
- Troubleshooting
- HTML and CSS
- Product development
- Electrical systems
- Systems evaluation
- Safety checking
- Air compressors
- Reporting skills
Accomplishments
Sheman Site TI Technical Excellence Award
Timeline
Enginnering Tech
Texas Instruments
07.1987 - 03.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Electronic Technology
Oklahoma State School of Technical Training