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Overview
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Education
Certification
Timeline
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WAYNE EDDY

WAYNE EDDY

Lake Mary,FL

Summary

Experienced Engineer with over 40 years experience in manufacturing and engineering focused on driving excellence in all phases of manufacturing. Experienced in Manufacturing, Test, Quality, Calibration, Electronics, NVH, and Management. Open-minded leader recognized for creative thinking and effective problem solving. Outstanding relationship skills with suppliers, customers and team members. High degree of ethics while still meeting and exceeding company goals. Comfortable working in multi-cultural environments with diverse backgrounds.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Quality Control and Qualification Testing
  • Product Development Testing
  • Manufacturing Process Controls
  • Test Scripts and Diagnostics
  • Test Equipment Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Calibration Management
  • Project Management
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • ISO 9001/17025/13256, ANSI Z540

Work History

NVH Test Engineer

Luminar Technologies
08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Industry: (LIDAR, Laser, Automotive, Manufacturing)
  • Reviewed, evaluated, and identified requirements for testability.
  • Tracked test reports and failures determined by root cause data trends.
  • Directed technical personnel in fabrication of testing and test control equipment.
  • Provided technical advice to improve quality of engineering practices.
  • Communicated technical information both verbally and in writing in simple terminology.
  • Scheduled available resources to conduct assessments and prototype testing.
  • Solved hardware and software interface issues to boost system integrity.
  • Provided solutions to various technical problems of varying scope and complexity.
  • Secured and allocated resources to manage planning and operations in testing cycle.
  • Researched new developments in testing methods and equipment and made recommendations to improve testing procedures.
  • Engaged internal and external customers during planning and test phases to answer questions.
  • Established clear measurable goals and objectives for projects, prioritizing tasks for team members.
  • Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
  • Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
  • Developed and implemented procedures to verify compliance with engineering standards.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
  • Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
  • Utilized statistical methods and Six Sigma techniques to conduct experiments, analyze data and perform root cause analysis.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

NVH/Engineering Lab Lead

Robert Bosch, LLC/FHP Manufacturing
11.2010 - 07.2022
  • Industry: (Thermal Technologies, HVAC, Manufacturing)
  • Ran and maintained NVH Lab and Engineering Labs.
  • Managed all calibration activities and performed quality audits and reviews.
  • Managed all lab purchases and expenditures.
  • Conducted cost negotiations and obtained quotes for current and upcoming projects.
  • Trained and mentored competent and flexible workforce to meet project needs and promote positive work environment.
  • Performed preventative maintenance to keep tools and equipment functional.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
  • Provided input to team lead regarding areas for process and procedural improvement.
  • Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
  • Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
  • Prepared action plans for problematic processes and assets.
  • Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
  • Wrote, reviewed and edited technical documents in accordance with company requirements.
  • Captured technical schematics for use in project planning and execution.
  • Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components.
  • Developed planning criteria for integrating and enabling new technologies.
  • Coordinated sampling and analysis tasks to verify quality of finished products.
  • Interacted with subject matter experts to develop training material and tools for personnel.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to analyze upcoming projects.
  • Illustrated potential obstacles when conducting site assessments for planned projects.
  • Conducted research to test and analyze feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components, and systems.
  • Incorporated CIP processes and procedures.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Utilized statistical methods and Six Sigma techniques to conduct experiments, analyze data and perform root cause analysis.

Security Systems Installer

Security And Sound Systems Inc.
07.2010 - 09.2010
  • Industry: (Security Systems, Sound Systems, Home Theater)
  • Installed, tested and serviced alarm and associated systems for commercial and residential customers.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environments.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Test Engineer

Manpower Professional Engineers
05.2009 - 12.2009
  • Honeywell - Industry: (Defense, Aerospace, Avionics, Electronics, Electrical) working with missile defense systems.
  • Reviewed, evaluated, and identified requirements for testability.
  • Provided technical advice to improve quality of engineering practices.
  • Provided solutions to various technical problems of varying scope and complexity.
  • Conducted testing on highly complex systems.

Manufacturing Test Engineer

KB Electronics, Inc.
10.2000 - 01.2009
  • Industry: (Manufacturing, AC/DC Motor Controls, Electronics, Electrical)
  • Designed, developed, and supported test fixtures for manufacturing
  • Developed products and prototypes for various types of product designs.
  • Identified appropriate methodology to shorten cycle time and achieve target margins.
  • Performed concurrent design and manufacturing engineering and other functions to reduce time required to bring product to market.
  • Developed and streamlined manufacturing processes.
  • Designed the shop floor tracking system which boosted productivity and saved over $100K.
  • Designed production tests of finished product to check for quality.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Work well in team settings, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Created test procedures and processes for production.
  • Responsible for planning and organizing calibration of all test equipment as well as maintaining all calibration records.
  • Provided cost analysis for manufacturing projects and negotiated cost and pricing for purchases made by Manufacturing and Test departments.
  • Performed Quality audits.

Functional Test Engineer

E.F.T.C., Inc.
07.1997 - 07.2000
  • Industry: (Contract Manufacturing, Avionics, Electronics)
  • Created comprehensive test plans, test scripts, and use cases to support testing objectives.
  • Tracked test reports and failures determined by root cause data trends.
  • Reviewed, evaluated, and identified requirements for testability.
  • Developed and maintained test and evaluation strategies for testing to show operational readiness and suitability with planned project decision points.
  • Communicated technical information both verbally and in writing in simple terminology.
  • Researched new developments in testing methods and equipment and made recommendations to improve testing procedures.
  • Secured and allocated resources to manage planning and operations in testing cycle.
  • Provided solutions to various technical problems of varying scope and complexity.
  • Directed technical personnel in fabrication of testing and test control equipment.
  • Utilized statistical methods and Six Sigma techniques to conduct experiments, analyze data and perform root cause analysis.
  • Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
  • Developed and maintained defect databases for known issues.
  • Developed and maintained the calibration database for test equipment.

Test Engineer, Manufacturing Process Engineer, ICT

AlliedSignal Aerospace
10.1981 - 07.1997
  • Industry: (Manufacturing, Avionics, Electronics)
  • Tested, identified and troubleshot problems with networks.
  • Tracked test reports and failures determined by root cause data trends.
  • Reviewed, evaluated, and identified requirements for testability.
  • Developed and maintained test and evaluation strategies for testing to show operational readiness and suitability with planned project decision points.
  • Created comprehensive test plans, test scripts, and use cases to support testing objectives.
  • Directed technical personnel in fabrication of testing and test control equipment.
  • Communicated technical information both verbally and in writing in simple terminology.
  • Provided technical advice to improve quality of engineering practices.
  • Scheduled available resources to conduct assessments and prototype testing.
  • Created plans for test method validation using research or field observations.
  • Solved hardware and software interface issues to boost system integrity.
  • Provided solutions to various technical problems of varying scope and complexity.
  • Established clear measurable goals and objectives for projects, prioritizing tasks for team members.
  • Researched new developments in testing methods and equipment and made recommendations to improve testing procedures.
  • Utilized statistical methods and Six Sigma techniques to conduct experiments, analyze data and perform root cause analysis.
  • Assessed customer's needs and coordinated with support groups to service customer.
  • Streamlined processes to increase throughput, quality, and reduce cost.
  • Managed an in-circuit test lab performing bed of nails testing for PCBs.

Education

BIT (Bachelor of Information Technology) - Information Technology

AIU (American Intercontinental University)
Weston, FL
12.2001

BSEE (Bachelor of Science) Electronic Engineering - Electronic Engineering

TTI (Tampa Technical Institute)
Tampa, FL
10.1984

Certification

  • EPA 608 Universal Certification

Timeline

NVH Test Engineer

Luminar Technologies
08.2022 - 03.2023

NVH/Engineering Lab Lead

Robert Bosch, LLC/FHP Manufacturing
11.2010 - 07.2022

Security Systems Installer

Security And Sound Systems Inc.
07.2010 - 09.2010

Test Engineer

Manpower Professional Engineers
05.2009 - 12.2009

Manufacturing Test Engineer

KB Electronics, Inc.
10.2000 - 01.2009

Functional Test Engineer

E.F.T.C., Inc.
07.1997 - 07.2000

Test Engineer, Manufacturing Process Engineer, ICT

AlliedSignal Aerospace
10.1981 - 07.1997

BIT (Bachelor of Information Technology) - Information Technology

AIU (American Intercontinental University)

BSEE (Bachelor of Science) Electronic Engineering - Electronic Engineering

TTI (Tampa Technical Institute)

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