The document discusses an engineer's responsibilities which included: 1) Setting up products BOMs and ensuring error-free configurations. 2) Implementing engineering change orders and updating BOMs and drawings. 3) Leading the implementation of a PLM software system to streamline documentation processes. 4) Defining engineering and manufacturing change processes to minimize change cycle times.

2. * Set up and managed all products BOMs and ensure error-free product configuration and proper fractional
releases.
* Provided secondary design checking and on time documentation release.
*Prepared and implemented Engineering Change Orders.
* Updated BOMs in the ERP system per approved Engineering Change Orders.
*Reviewed Engineering Change Orders for completeness and correctness.
*Created final product assembly drawings in 3D solid models and Bill of Materials.
* Modified drawings to implement Engineering Change Orders on parts and assemblies using SolidWorks
and AutoCAD 2008 CAD software.
*Reviewed CAD drawings for correctness.
* PLM software project implementation lead engineer.
*Created PLM software set up.
*Implemented and maintained ISO9001 program.
* Designed EMI Fixture parts using SolidWorks software.
* Designed mechanical parts for different fiber optic products.
* Responsible for Document Control and conversion to 90% paperless office that resulted in faster
documentation access with less paperwork and waste (2 person staff).

3. *PLM software project implementation lead engineer.
*Defined Engineering Change Order, Manufacturer Change Order, Deviation process flow to minimize
change cycle time.
* Performed BOM configuration identification of training system configuration.
*Defined Engineering Change Order, Manufacturer Change Order, Deviation process flow to minimize
change cycle time.
* Defined, documented and baselines system attributes and assigned unique identifiers to each
component of the training system.
* Performed revision/change control management to support Design Manager and Project Manager to
identify engineering/construction cost impact and schedule impact.
* Created configuration management plan to meet project system's configuration management
requirements of Government.
* Defined CCB Charter and Change Control process.
*Improved vendor submittals, RFI submittals tracking and approval process.
* Ensured the accuracy of engineering change order submission to minimize processing time between
submission and implementation.
* In charge of Change Control Board meetings.

4. * Provided data base management and promotional tools for small businesses.
* Performed CAD services for Insurance companies within the Real Estate industry.
* Utilized CAD software to incorporate modifications on Fed-Ex Cargo Category Aircraft, updating
FAA mandated CAD documentation along with bill of materials for Telair International.

5. In reviewing my resume for this essay question, I noticed a common thread that appears throughout
my work history. It is this “thread” that I wish to focus upon in this exercise. Additionally, I am
combining both Sections 2 and 3 in an effort to streamline the entire essay. Much material would
otherwise be a bit redundant, so I am taking the liberty of modifying the essay sections to a degree.
As a “jumping-off” point, I would like to tie together this common thread of which I speak. I have
always possessed the ability of observing and evaluating institutional processes, in much the same
manner that an electrical engineer can spot discrepancies in a schematic without much thought.
This is really the analyst’s job-description, written short, however it nicely details a skill which I have
heavily relied upon during the time indicated in my resume. Too, I have a keen eye when it comes to
detecting methods of enhancing a given process, allowing for smoother overall operations. Years ago,
this type of endeavor was considered an “efficiency-expert.” While I make no claim to being an
expert, this remains the single most significant ability I have in my toolbox. The other “arrows-in-
my-quiver” are strong abilities in engineering / configuration management, team-leading and
direction, and team interaction; examples of these follow in the next section and I will make an effort
to highlight them where appropriate.
Beginning with my employment at OCP (Optical Communications Products), I was tasked with
incorporating paper data and documents from various engineering departments into a “paperless”
environment so multiple disciplines could easily access the information. An important element of
this intranet project involved the development of a password protected means of limiting the
information to only those who actually benefitted from its existence. “Old-school” paper methods
had become not only time-consuming, but, in some cases, even insecure. A large inconvenience was
transformed into a streamlined and formalized method of data extraction.

6. In 2008 at Data Direct, I was again responsible for team management in the implementation and
integration of PLM software where document names, numbers, and stages were properly visible to all
departments requiring complex information. All documents and BOMs were successfully linked
using Agile, which, again, allowed for a proper and smooth flow of data to those departments
requiring the input. Another aspect of this particular project involved the automation of all data
management information and the establishment of a “Configuration Management Team.” Much of
this information would eventually be destined for the Manufacturing Department and their
associated teams within ERP.
The above represents a “snapshot” of my abilities in the area of Configuration Management. We will
likely discuss this in more detail in the interview, however I trust this may provide you with a quick
overview of the skills I possess.

7. In 2008 at Data Direct, I was again responsible for team management in the implementation and
integration of PLM software where document names, numbers, and stages were properly visible to all
departments requiring complex information. All documents and BOMs were successfully linked
using Agile, which, again, allowed for a proper and smooth flow of data to those departments
requiring the input. Another aspect of this particular project involved the automation of all data
management information and the establishment of a “Configuration Management Team.” Much of
this information would eventually be destined for the Manufacturing Department and their
associated teams within ERP.
The above represents a “snapshot” of my abilities in the area of Configuration Management. We will
likely discuss this in more detail in the interview, however I trust this may provide you with a quick
overview of the skills I possess.