Ronald Howell
Lake City
Summary
A US Navy Veteran with over 20 years of service specializing in troubleshooting and repairing electrical controls and mechanical equipment. Experienced Field Service Engineer with a strong background in maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing complex machinery. Equipped with robust problem-solving skills and a knack for providing top-notch customer service. Have consistently enhanced operational efficiency and reduced equipment downtime in previous roles. Possess exceptional technical skills, adept at reading blueprints and schematics to address system issues effectively.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Service Engineer
Trumpf Inc
Plymouth
11.2019 - 07.2025
- Executed installation, maintenance, and repair of 3D printers to ensure operational efficiency.
- Provided on-site training for clients on equipment operation and maintenance.
- Maintained specialized tools for effective 3D printer service and repair tasks.
- Performed maintenance and troubleshooting on five-axis laser cutting machines, focusing on electrical systems.
- Managed cooling water systems and laser supply repairs on five-axis laser cutting machines.
Technician II
Aggreko
Detroit
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Installed and serviced mobile electrical equipment, including generators, distribution panels, and electrical cables.
- Executed repairs and modifications on electrical equipment per approved procedures and service bulletins.
- Coordinated loading of contracted equipment by processing order contracts and completing Bills of Lading.
Field Service Engineer
EOS North America
Novi
08.2015 - 11.2018
- Executed installation, maintenance, and repair of EOS SLS printers for 10 local customers.
- Provided technical support via phone to distance customers for fault diagnosis.
- Collaborated with field engineers in troubleshooting machine issues and interpreting schematics.
Electrical Service Technician
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
Oak Brook
05.2012 - 07.2015
- Executed electrical repairs on dredge equipment, enhancing operational reliability.
- Rewired work boat Lone Star State, installing fire system devices and engine components.
- Overhauled Dredge Texas by installing control equipment for Cutter and Swing Drives.
- Installed monitoring equipment, including PLC controllers and remote sensors for dredge operations.
- Updated diesel engine control systems to improve instrumentation accuracy.
- Conducted comprehensive repairs on Dredge Texas, New York, and 55, including lighting upgrades and motor replacements.
- Implemented standardized pre-operational check sheets for diesel generators to ensure safety compliance.
Project Coordinator
North Florida Ship Yard
Jacksonville
11.2011 - 04.2012
- Supervised repair of four Navy vessels during urgent and scheduled availabilities.
- Interpreted job specifications and built requirements for repair tasks.
- Read and implemented blueprints and drawings for effective application.
Electrical Supervisor
Georgia Pacific
Hawthorne
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Supervised 15 electricians in repair and maintenance of two lathe lines, three wood driers, two plywood lay lines, three press lines, and four finishing machines.
- Conducted repairs on hydraulic and pneumatic systems across multiple production lines.
- Modified PLC control systems and programs for newly added or upgraded machinery.
- Coordinated three planned shutdowns for replacement of chipper unit, caustic vat controls, heaters, and boiler control valve.
Electrical Technician
US Navy
10.1989 - 10.2009
- Supervised and trained 13 electrical technicians and 12 Auxiliary Equipment mechanics
- Trained ships crew in Electrical Safety and Lock-Out/ Tag-out procedures.
- Trained and qualified on 5 different ship types including the troubleshooting and repair of various electrical and mechanical equipment.
- These pieces of equipment include low- and high-pressure air compressors, Electro-hydraulic steering systems, Governor and voltage regulator systems, Ships control systems, Remote control motor operated valves
- Trained in 400 HZ and 60 HZ motor generators and static converter systems
- Trained on and repaired both brushed and brushless generators and motors
- Attended classes in Physics, fluid dynamics and advanced mathematics
Education
High school - Basic electricity, Advanced Electrical theory, Advanced Troubleshooting
US Navy
Great Lakes, ILSkills
- Electrical maintenance and troubleshooting
- Microsoft Word proficiency
- Training and development
- Industrial maintenance expertise
- Hydraulics and PLC systems
- Blueprint and schematic reading
- Mechanical knowledge and equipment repair
- Field service operations
- Integrated equipment operation
Assessments
Problem Solving, Familiar, 12/01/18, Measures a candidate's ability to analyze relevant information when solving problems.
Additional Information
Over 25 years' experience as an electrical repair technician, 6 years' experience as an electrical repair supervisor, Modified controlling software, troubleshoot and repaired plywood assembly and manufacturing lines, Certified in repair and operation of Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Cutler Hammer, Ward Leonard, GE, Westinghouse and Square D motor controllers and motor control centers., Experienced in reading blue prints, schematics and technical manuals., Coordinated and aided in the repair of hydraulic presses, electric and pneumatic brakes, overhead cranes and diesel engines, Trained as a trainer., Attended Allen Bradley PLC 5 basic programming course., Certified in EOS SLS Printing machines series P385 and above and P730 and above, Qualified for repair and operation of 60Hz SSDG sets, 60 Hz SSGTG sets, 400Hz Motor generator sets, Ship service switchboards, on 5 different classes of ships for the US Navy, Certified on 400 Hz Static Frequency converters, Qualified as Propulsion Plant Supervisor on 2 different U.S. Navy Propulsion Plant Systems with a total of 4.5 years' experience.
Military Service
U S Navy, United States, Chief Petty Officer (E-7), 10/01/89, 10/01/09, 2 Navy Commendation Medals, 8 Navy Achievement Medals, 4 Good Conduct Medals, 3 National Defense Medals
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Field Service Engineer
Trumpf Inc
11.2019 - 07.2025
Technician II
Aggreko
03.2019 - 08.2019
Field Service Engineer
EOS North America
08.2015 - 11.2018
Electrical Service Technician
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
05.2012 - 07.2015
Project Coordinator
North Florida Ship Yard
11.2011 - 04.2012
Electrical Supervisor
Georgia Pacific
01.2009 - 01.2011
Electrical Technician
US Navy
10.1989 - 10.2009
High school - Basic electricity, Advanced Electrical theory, Advanced Troubleshooting
US Navy
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