Yahya
6451 N. Northwest Hwy. Unit C-3S, Chicago - IL ♦ TEL: 773-444-9002 ♦
Summary
Analytical Electrical and Computer Engineer experienced in designing and testing from Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) to large electrical system. Key areas of expertise include assembling and modifying system, schematics, and programming codes. Programmed FPGAs, LTCs, EEPROMs, ROMmons, and firmware on PCB cards and embedded systems. Utilizes strong multi-tasking and organizational skills to finish projects on time and excels by adding extra features. A skilled negotiator who can resolve complex situation, delivering solutions that enhance customer relationships. Technical Skills include:
C++/C; Assembly (x86), LC3; PHP Scripting; SQL; Verilog; Linux/Unix; Win98/2000/ XP/Vista 7. Digital
Multi Meter; Oscilloscope; VMware
JTAG; Linear Tech; Quartz; Allegro;
SCADA; RT; STL; RTL; AT;
Cadence; MATLAB; Simulink; Saber,
AB PLC, Bechoff PLC, SICK, Factory Talk View, RSLogix 5000
LT SPICE; MS Office; HTML, CSS; CorelDraw; AutoCAD; Virtual Machine, WINCC, RSLogix. RS linx, RSlogix Emulator, RSview32
Professional Experience
Grantek System Integration, Oak Brook, IL
System Engineer / Electrical Design Engineer, 2012 – Present
Increased the productivity of fast moving cookie line by modifying existing PLC code and adding new conveyor for repack. Designed the safety circuit for several machines by utilizing AutoCad, and upgrade them with new ANSI / IEEE / UL requirements. Support commissioning with I/O checks, code transferring and modification by developing new site acceptance criteria. Prepared projects bid-specs and managed by selecting and ordering the correct part numbers.
Increased the productivity of cookie production line from 400 packs / minute to 600 packs / minute by utilizing new code structure for PLC.
Added the new conveyor to increase production of repack line, which eased the operator and expedite the production further.
Created the HMI panel screen to display parameters of VFD in order to protect overload conditions and troubleshooting.
Developed HMI screen and modified PLC code to eliminate unnecessary switches in the field, which provides better control.
Commissioned several projects from AutoCAD drawings till the deployment of code, and developed the new Site Acceptance Test criteria.
Modified existing machine with modern control reliable safety circuit, which brought up plant in compliance with ANSI / IEEE/ UL requirements.
Exelon Corporation, Clinton, IL
System Engineer, 2011 – 2012
Developed the plan for equipment wireless upgrade to ease system monitoring and system health reports from plant engineering perspective. Managed all safety issues, engineering reviews, and utility and equipment installations as part of complex troubleshooting team and emergency response team. Prepared projects for Project Review Committee from $165K – $210K related to plant safety.
Ensured systems health monitoring 24/7 through developing a structured wireless upgrade plan.
Improved wireless monitoring design by adding redundancy of safety realty systems and identifying critical systems for upgrades due to limited budget.
Identified the potential threats caused by bushing failures to transformer and modified a system monitoring plan.
Validated Battery Design according to TechSpec. and Regulatory Requirements, which supply power to safety related system in accident, through testing and verified design calculation.
Ensured proper operation of Electro Hydraulic Control system by identifying PCBs failure/replacement history and reviewing schematics for vulnerability.
Upheld proper cooling on Iso-phase Bus Duct by accomplishing Air Flow Balance testing, which also prevent plant trip.
Prevented transformer failures through acoustic testing, DGA, DTA, and quarterly walk-downs for preventive maintenances.
Elettric80, Chicago, IL
Application Engineer, 2010 - 2011
Improved layout design for Laser Guided Vehicle routes to increase productivity of plant. Managed different projects and phases of LGV implementation at different plants. Reconstructed several PLC codes according to customers’ need.
Increased productivity of plant by designing the layout for LGVs to run through a specific path, and set PLC attributes.
Modified and transferred the codes to NDC, Fanuc, and Beckoff PLCs. Setup Virtual Machines and install different OSs.
Successfully added the wireless client to LGV and established a WIFI connection, which enabled remote LGV access from long distances, and brought PLC online to simplify troubleshooting process.
Commonwealth Edison, Chicago, IL
Reliability Engineer Intern, 2010
Led the team of 4 including 2 high school interns on major projects. Known for finishing tasks in timely manner and excel in position by adding new features to the delivered product.
Decreased the number of longer outages and affected customers by utilizing SAFI/CADI to prioritize lines for sectionalizing.
Prevented longer outages by recognizing smart sectionalizing equipment through research.
Improved SmartGrid project of modernizing Smart-meter update by presenting modified design of meters.
Upgraded ComEd engineering training program by developing engineering practices test and improving Transformers book.
Developed a Web Based Application to comfort the engineering managers in conducting exams.
Cisco System, San Jose, CA
Design and Test Engineer (Co-op), 2009
Awarded with the title of Captain Awesome, for finishing the project of PCB testing and supporting other projects. Responsible for PCB bring-up, bench testing, and chassis testing. Support Signal Integrity team and EDVT on issues because of expertise in the area by working closely with Sr. design engineer and understanding board architecture.
Achieved life cycle testing on high temperature and increased run time to challenge the reliability of Printed Circuit Board.
Modernized the design of S2 card, based on calculation and research on regarding new micro controllers and component sizes, by providing feedback to design engineering team.
Eliminated the inventory of botched PCBs by performing nondestructive testing and inspection of PCB in bring up phase.
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