Tanner Vandermeulen
Electrical Engineer
Sebastian,FL
Summary
Accomplished technician with extensive experience in the U.S. Navy, showcasing leadership and mechanical expertise. Excelled in quality assurance, trained over 20 professionals, and significantly enhanced equipment reliability through meticulous maintenance and calibration. Held a Secret Security Clearance, underscoring a commitment to excellence and operational security. Has a proven track record in project management and troubleshooting, driving results and operational efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Technician
US Navy
04.2015 - 04.2021
- Performed complex mechanical alignments and equipment calibration to meet quality standards.
- Tracked and recorded parts and labor costs related to each service call.
- Monitored and enforced safety measures to mitigate hazards.
- Applied critical thinking and research to address complex issues.
Lead Maintenance Technician
US Navy
11.2016 - 04.2021
- Completed quarterly over 200 daily, weekly and monthly checklists on over different pieces ship equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Worked frequently with electrical, mechanical and cooling water systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
- Trained 21 junior maintenance professionals on correct repair and cleaning procedures.
- Conducted installations, troubleshooting, repairs, rebuilds and service on 32 separate mechanical and electrical systems and equipment.
Work Center Supervisor
U.S. Navy
8 2018 - 4 2021
- Adjusted work assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic ship needs, factoring in processes, technician knowledge and operational demands.
- Enhanced training programs to strengthen technician knowledge and promote new managers from within.
- Oversaw and optimized work of 7 maintenance personal performing high-quality preventative and corrective work.
- Precisely maintained and updated classified gear to meet requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL 08.2024 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL 01.2023 - 05.2024
Technical Qualification - Aegis Display Technician
Aegis Fire Controlman 'A' And 'C' School
Dahlgren, VA 04.2014 - 11.2016
High School Diploma -
Indian River Charter High School
Vero Beach, FL 08.2010 - 05.2014
Skills
Quality assurance
Leadership and Teamwork
Training and Mentoring
Equipment installation
Mechanical expertise
Troubleshooting skills
Blueprint and schematic understanding
Project Management
Accomplishments
- Supervised a team of 7 technicians.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets which helped located over $500,000 of untracked or missing circuit cards
- Repeatedly commended for working in a safe, efficient and accurate manner.
- As training team member, USS Paul Hamilton was qualified for ballistic missile defense and forward deployment.
Certification
AEGIS Display UYQ-21 Technician, U.S Navy, NOV16-APR21
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Florida Institute of Technology
08.2024 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Indian River State College
01.2023 - 05.2024
Valve Maintenance, U.S Navy, MAR17-MAR21
03-2018
Lead Maintenance Technician
US Navy
11.2016 - 04.2021
AEGIS Display UYQ-21 Technician, U.S Navy, NOV16-APR21
11-2016
Technician
US Navy
04.2015 - 04.2021
Technical Qualification - Aegis Display Technician
Aegis Fire Controlman 'A' And 'C' School
04.2014 - 11.2016
High School Diploma -
Indian River Charter High School
08.2010 - 05.2014
Work Center Supervisor
U.S. Navy
8 2018 - 4 2021