Nicholas W Periard is seeking employment as an engineering technician with opportunities for advancement. He has over 10 years of experience in instrumentation, data acquisition, prototype vehicle installation and testing. His resume lists employment history including positions at Autoliv, Magna Powertrain, General Motors Proving Grounds, and automotive service shops. He has certifications in automotive systems and a degree in automotive technology.

1. Nicholas W Periard
1339 Timberline Dr.
Flint MI 48507
810-516-0599
nicholaswperiard@Hotmail.com
Objective:
Seeking employment as an Engineering technician with advancement opportunities
Employment Experience:
January 2018 – Current
Autoliv – Southfield, MI
Lead Instrumentation Technician
Installing data acquisition equipment into prototype vehicles.
Building prototype wiring harness for instrumentation.
Tracking instrumentation equipment as well as calibration of equipment.
Procedure development for data acquisition and development.
CANape & CANalyzer software usage for data acquisition.
April 2011 – January 2018
Magna Powertrain – Troy, Michigan
NVH testing of prototype components using accelerometers and Dynamometers.
VECTOR CANape & CANalayzer, Vehicle Spy NeoVI vehicle control/testing.
Responsibilities include test setups, fixturing, instrumentation, and controls
Test documentation/reports using Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook.
Currently using 2 & 3 motor AVL Dynamometer with“PUMA” software for controls.
Horiba SPARC/STARS software with ABB Dyno’s and K&S Tornado software.
November 2007 – April 2011
General Motors Proving Grounds – Milford, Michigan
Installing ETAS instrumentation, fabrication, and assembly of prototype vehicles.
Vehicle wiring, driveline removal, and circuit testing for powertrain development.
Data acquisition and processing using INCA software, MS Excel, and MS Outlook.
Emissions testing setups on prototype vehicle to meet EPA guidelines.
September 2006 – November 2007
Ecker Mechanical – Burton, Michigan
Sheet Metal Apprentice
Welding and fabricating sheet metal for HVAC systems
Installing HVAC duct systems in customer applications.

2. April 2005 – September 2006
Nordride Motor sports – Mount Morris, Michigan
Small engine repair and routine maintenance
Diagnosis and repair of recreational vehicles and water craft
Performing seasonal maintenance of power equipment and vehicles
February 2001 – April 2005
Northwest Tire and Service – Midland, Michigan
Automotive Technician
Routine maintenance, diagnosis, and repair
Alignments, HVAC system, and engine repair
Education:
September 1997 – June 1999
Huron Area Tech Center
Graduated with certificate in Automotive Technology
October 1999 – February 2001
University of Northwestern Ohio
Associates degree in Automotive Technology 3.5 GPA
Certifications:
MI Certified:
Auto Engine Repair
Auto Manual transmission and axles
Auto Steering and Suspension
Auto Braking Systems
Auto Electrical Systems
Auto Heating and Air Conditioning
Auto Engine Tune Up
Achievements:
University of Northwestern Ohio: Perfect attendance award and Dean’s list
Hybrid vehicle training in system of: 2 Mode, PHEV, BAS+ and VOLT program
Experience in advanced engineering and fabrication of prototype vehicles.
Welding experience includes – MIG, TIG, and SMA.
Servo hydraulics and linear actuation using MTS equipment/software.
LMS software/hardware for NVH data acquisition and processing.
GD&T experience, blueprint reading, APQP, and GQS training.
Labview software used for functional definition/testing.
Running and support of Dynamometer testing including:
AVL “PUMA” software, Horiba “SPARC/STARS”, and KS “Tornado” software.

3. References:
David Black
Durability Engineer
1-248-505-4490
Bryan Wallace
Personal Reference
1-810-252-4360
Kristen Bongard
GM Contact
1-248-229-1648