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Shannon Walton
Farmers Branch,TX
Summary
Accomplished Staff Engineer at UL, LLC, adept in project planning and process improvement, I spearheaded safety initiatives reducing incidents significantly. My expertise in engineering documentation and problem-solving abilities fostered team productivity and compliance. Mentoring junior engineers, I enhanced professional growth, leveraging multitasking skills for successful project delivery.
Detail-oriented, organized, and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Engineer
UL, LLC
01.2007 - Current
- Negotiated vendor contracts strategically to secure favorable terms.
- Scoped project timelines accurately by leveraging strong analytical skills, enabling successful delivery within deadlines.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at enhancing workplace safety protocols, resulting in a notable decrease in accidents or incidents reported within the company facilities over time.
- Facilitated effective team collaboration by establishing clear goals and expectations, leading to higher morale and increased productivity.
- Presented technical findings and recommendations to key stakeholders with clarity, supporting informed decision-making processes.
- Developed comprehensive technical documentation to support end-users in troubleshooting system issues effectively.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and stakeholders.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing lead times for project deliverables significantly.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by diligently reviewing documentation and implementing necessary modifications.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget constraints.
- Mentored junior engineers by providing guidance on best practices and industry standards, fostering professional growth.
- Evaluated potential risks proactively during project planning stages, allowing for proper mitigation measures to be put in place early on.
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components.
- Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
- Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
- Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
- Conducted technical evaluations of engineering designs and test results.
Project Engineer
ComEd
01.1999 - 01.2007
- Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CASkills
- Quality control
- Project planning
- Engineering documentation
- Process improvement
- Project estimation
- Technical reporting
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
Lead Quality Auditor in IEC/ISO 17025
Timeline
Staff Engineer
UL, LLC
01.2007 - Current
Project Engineer
ComEd
01.1999 - 01.2007
Lead Quality Auditor in IEC/ISO 17025
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
California State University, Fresno
Work Availability
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Affiliations
- Society of Women Engineers
Interests
Quote
It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot
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