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William Wainaina

Electrical Engineering Technician
Columbus,OH

Summary

Versatile Electrical Engineering Professional skillful in the use of AutoCAD Mechanical and project management. Accustomed to reviewing highly technical documentation quickly to assess scope and develop project plan from inception to installation to operation. Focused, reliable and results-driven with good safety records and attention to detail. The word our best electrician has used to describe me is "Sharp." An analytical problem-solver with experience successfully managing front-line Industrial conveying operations. Efficiently maintained, improved and installed new electrical panels and components on Presses, Extruders, Industrial Oil Purifiers etc.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrical Engineering Technician

Continental Contitech
Marysville, Ohio
07.2021 - Current
  • Reviewed engineering design proposals to determine feasibility of each plan and assess conformance with both safety and sound engineering practices standards. Procured components in a timely manner even with the current state of supply chain. Drafted drawings for panel installations and upgrades. Supervised labor to the successful completion of several projects. Oil Water Purifying Units, Substation Ventilation Upgrades, Extruder Temperature Control Unit, Press Temperature Control, and more.
  • Drafted complete electrical schematics to include parts lists, power distribution, control, layout drawings to scale.
  • Good experience conforming to, and excellent knowledge of NEC and ISO standards.
  • Experience converting relay logic to PLC programming and fixing defective logic (Studio 5000, utilizing block and ladder logic)
  • Experience drafting prints with AutoCad Mechanical and EPlan.
  • Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
  • Improved work place safety via MSDS education, obtain roHS compliant materials, daily discussion topics.

Electronic's Technician/Electrician

Ball MetalPack
Columbus , OH
09.2020 - 06.2021
  • Developed corrective action plans and prevention strategies to improve product reliability. e.g. Thermal Imaging, Corrective Action schedules, PM schedules, Replacing Motors, Sensors, Mounting Brackets, etc.
  • Utilize control mechanisms or hands-on procedures to operate machines. e.g. HMI's, Remote Run from program.
  • Performed routine maintenance on Equipment for manufacturing operations. e.g. Electric Panels, Ovens, Motors, Braking Resistors.
  • Read manuals and manufacturer instructions to effectively install and troubleshoot devices. e.g. Drives, Motors, Panels, Juncture Boxes, Programs.
  • Properly utilized programming tools to assist in expediting troubleshooting process to effectively reduce down time. e.g. PLC 2's, RS Logix 500, RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000.
  • Repaired and taught Fanuc robot.
  • Program and repair of vision systems.

Nuclear Electronics Technician

Navy
Charleston, SC
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Adjusted, tested and operated pumps, valves, switch gears and system controls to keep operations within tight tolerances
  • Performed maintenance and operational evolutions involving various electric and hydraulic-electric systems
  • Operates and maintains nuclear propulsions plants and associated equipment
  • Thoroughly understands reactor, electrical and mechanical theory while also possessing a wealth of knowledge on reactor and steam plant chemistry
  • Noted malfunctions of equipment, instruments and controls and reported conditions to supervisors to promote immediate resolutions
  • Conducted thorough inspections and operations outside of control rooms to quickly identify and address concerns
  • Maintained open and effective communication systems by dispatching orders and instructions to personnel through radiotelephone and intercommunication systems
  • Negotiated agreements between other workers to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance

Education

Certificate of Graduation - Reactor Operator

Nuclear Power Training Unit
Charleston, SC
12.2019

High School Diploma -

Columbus Academy
Gahanna, OH
06.2016

Skills

  • AutoCAD Mechanical
  • 2D Modeling
  • MS Office, Excel and Powerpoint
  • System-level electrical design and integration
  • Superior Speed in Data Analysis, Comprehension and Application (98 ASVAB)
  • PLC Programming/Troubleshooting (Studio 5000)
  • Attention to Detail
  • First Aid Training
  • Formal Reporting
  • Purchasing

Hobbies

I'm big on exercise mainly basketball and lifting.

I also like to read and play piano.

Timeline

Electrical Engineering Technician

Continental Contitech
07.2021 - Current

Electronic's Technician/Electrician

Ball MetalPack
09.2020 - 06.2021

Nuclear Electronics Technician

Navy
01.2018 - 03.2020

Certificate of Graduation - Reactor Operator

Nuclear Power Training Unit

High School Diploma -

Columbus Academy
William WainainaElectrical Engineering Technician