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Simon Zientek E.I.
Electrical Engineer
Urbana,OH
Summary
Versatile Electrical Engineer (E.I.) with a Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering and a strong technical foundation in industrial plant environments. Proven expertise in supporting medium/low-voltage power distribution, substation protection, switchgear, fault analysis, and electrical safety compliance (NFPA/OSHA). Skilled in optimizing equipment reliability through industrial automation, PLC programming, and advanced data systems. Actively seeking an Electrical Engineering position within a PE-led engineering team to contribute to high-quality engineering solutions while gaining qualifying experience toward PE licensure.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
2
2
Certificates
3
3
Languages
Work History
Electrical Engineer
HBD Thermoid
05.2024 - Current
- Led electrical and software integration of new AC motors and VFDs, reducing future DC-to-AC conversion costs by 25%, shortening lead times, and maximizing asset lifespan.
- Standardized PLC programs across production lines and established a comprehensive data collection infrastructure to drive data-based operational decisions.
- Closed critical compliance gaps with NFPA 70E and OSHA standards by spearheading initiatives for arc-flash analysis, switchgear preventative maintenance (PM), and critical equipment upgrades.
- Managed cross-functional projects with contractors while providing advanced troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance for plant power distribution and automation controls.
Production Engineer
Stanley Electric U.S.
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Served as Person in Charge (PIC) for a $1M automation project across 6 mass-production lines, saving $2M in outsourcing costs and optimizing 8 operator positions by designing end-of-arm tooling, safety circuits, and core PLC/robot concepts and retrofitting old equipment.
- Programmed Fanuc and IAI robots and configured advanced vision inspection systems during new assembly line setups and equipment performance capability trials.
- Conducted software and hardware root-cause analyses to minimize downtime and waste, while authoring comprehensive engineering specifications and safety risk mitigation protocols.
Construction Crew Lead
3C Industries
11.2021 - 03.2022
Engineering Intern
OMS Prüfservice GmbH
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Developed software interface and conducted quality assurance
- Designed and developed hybrid scanner probe
Internship
MAHLE Ventiltrieb GmbH
08.2016 - 09.2016
- Operated CNC machines
- Introduced to electro-pneumatics
- Worked in mechanical and electrical Maintenance
Internship
AHP Merkle GmbH
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Gained basic metal working skills, welding and fabrication
- Worked in assembly line
Construction Worker
Globe Serve
07.2015 - 04.2016
- Concrete and reinforcement work abroad
Renovator
BIG Service GmbH
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Building renovation after fire and water damages
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics
THM
Friedberg, Hessen, Germany 09.2016 - 08.2020
Skills
Electrical & controls design
Electrical troubleshooting
NFPA 70E compliance
VFD integration
Industrial automation
PLC & HMI programming
Project management
Computer vision
Python and OpenCV
Data collection
Software
SkyCAD Electrical
CAD: Inventor, Catia, NX
Mitsubishi: GX works, GT Designer
Keyence: XG-X, IX, IV Vision
PyCharm, Anaconda
RobotStudio 2019
MATLAB and SIMULINK
Timeline
Engineer Intern (E.I.) License #EI.16383 (Issued by the Ohio Board of Engineers and Surveyors)
06-2026
NFPA70/70E Electrical Safety Training
02-2025
Electrical Engineer
HBD Thermoid
05.2024 - Current
Production Engineer
Stanley Electric U.S.
03.2022 - 05.2024
Construction Crew Lead
3C Industries
11.2021 - 03.2022
Engineering Intern
OMS Prüfservice GmbH
10.2018 - 12.2019
Internship
MAHLE Ventiltrieb GmbH
08.2016 - 09.2016
Internship
AHP Merkle GmbH
06.2016 - 07.2016
Construction Worker
Globe Serve
07.2015 - 04.2016
Renovator
BIG Service GmbH
08.2014 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics
THM
09.2016 - 08.2020
Certification
Engineer Intern (E.I.) License #EI.16383 (Issued by the Ohio Board of Engineers and Surveyors)
Languages
German
English
Norwegian