Tom Osborne has over 30 years of experience in software development, hardware engineering, and quality management. He has expertise in C/C++, C#, Java, Python, and other languages. He holds a Computer Science degree and certifications in project management. His background includes developing battery management systems, automation systems, and medical applications. Currently he is a battery research engineer investigating lithium battery failures and improvements.

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Tom Osborne
404 Cumberland 201  Howell, MI 48843  tomosborne757@gmail.com  (517) 294-9081
Application Analyst / Architect / Developer / Programmer
Objective – Apply my multidisciplinary engineering experience to develop new or reengineer legacy
applications to leverage technology and multiple layer architecture to enhance both the data security and user
experience.
Summary – Commitment to continuing education, achieving a Computer Science degree, December 2015 ●
Professional Certifications ● Hardware and Software Engineering Experience ● Management Experience with
ISO/QS/UL/ETL Certifications, Compliance Audits and 8D Investigations ● Experience with coaching and
developing talent and building a strong team ● Capable of Rapid Effective Participation
Technical Expertise:
 Languages: C/C++, C#, Visual Basic, Asp.net, MVC, Assembly, Java, Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript,
JQuery, Ajax.
 Software: MS Visual Studio.Net, Oracle NetBeans, SQL, MySQL, Access, Informix, Code Warrior,
Eclipse, IAR Workbench, CSS, MPLAB X, Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio, Photoshop, Design Spark
Schematic, PCB and Mechanical Design.
 Systems: Windows, Android, IOS, Linux, RTOS.
 Hardware: 8/16/32 –bit Embedded Controllers (Analog Devices, Atmel, Linear Technology, Microchip,
Motorola, NXP, Texas Instruments, etc) Peripheral devices (ADC, DIO, SMBus, BLE, CAN, DAC, I2C,
LIN, PWM, SPI, UART, USB)
Professional Experience:
VxI Solutions, Howell, MI 48443 Battery Research Engineer 7/2013 – Present
Conducted an investigation to find the root cause to lithium battery pack’s failures that often result in
fires. The research identified a flaw in the current battery models employed throughout the industry in
management of next generation battery systems. The findings led to the proposal for a novel state of charge and
cell balancing methodology for LiFePO4 cells, a new cell design with an integrated state of charge sensor and
addition enhancements for clean energy applications.
Lansing Community College, Lansing, MI 48933, Tutor / Mentor 1/2013 – 12/2015
While achieving a Computer Science degree, I was privilege to meet and given a chance to work with
the next generation of engineers and makers. I was able to provide context to the “why” things were handled a
certain way and how many systems carryover legacy functions that are no longer needed. This resulted in a
better understanding on how their coursework related to real world concerns. Sessions focused on developing
mobile applications, combating cybercrime and improving the usability by making the application adapt to the
user.
ICC Nexergy / Applied Power, Brighton, MI 48116 Engineering Manager 4/2011 - 7/2013
Responsible for daily engineering activities supporting product development and production.
Highlights:
 Designed and implemented an automated end of line testers for large capacity smart Li-Ion large capacity
battery packs for the Medical Cart market. A Windows VB.net application with C# for instrumentation
interface.
o Achieving 100% product testing and eliminated production defect returns.
o Defect tracking that led to process improvements in pack manufacturing.
o Produced quality compliance reports to meet with customer’s formal quality systems.
o On screen application context sensitive user help, minimized user training time.
o Multiple levels of safety and security functions designed in to the application, due to the high
energy product under test, prevented operator error from creating an unsafe condition.
 Designed and implemented automatic incoming battery cell inspection that included cell matching and
performance compliance verification. Disclosed manufacturing defect and prevented flawed cells from

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entering production.
 Reengineered both the hardware and software for UL certified lithium battery packs, developing:
o A software defined Battery Management System using a custom real time fault tolerant state
machine, written in C and Assembly.
o An interrupt based communication handler for the SMBus smart battery protocol.
o Communication handlers for TrippLite and PowerVar chargers / invertors.
 Developed a novel pack fuel gauging algorithm for LiFePO4 battery packs that resulted in the acquisition
of Applied Power by ICC Nexergy at an increased valuation.
Technology Transfer Labs, Brighton, MI Application Consultant 3/2006 - 2/2012
Responsible for engineering activities supporting product development for multiple clients.
Highlights:
 Designed and implemented an automated quality certification testers for lead-acid battery cells, which
prevented processing flawed cells into larger battery packs. Increased productivity 800% over previous
manual process.
 Provided custom software services to enhance an enterprise document handling system using .Net languages
and compatible with Kofax v.9 and above.
o Create an automatic auto-rotate function to minimize user interaction during the intake scanning
process, resulting in a decreased operating cost for the client.
o Create a PDF file duplicator to preserve original document while being processed, and provide a
rewind function to the original application.
o Modify legacy applications for increased functionality, written in Visual Basic 6.
 Reengineered an automatic range management system for domed golf ranges, replacing out of production
hardware with a pc based system, which extended the useful life of the system.
 Designed and created a medical service compliance systems for nursing homes. System written in VB.net
for Windows, translated medical care orders into action required check list based on service provider’s
medical care level RN, LPN, or Aid. Created nurse notes and shift action plans, reduced shift change report
times by 30 minutes, saving 21 hours per week per RN on duty, and produce alerts to missing activity.
 Developed algorithms for use in fly through collision avoidance and nap of earth terrain following with
enhancements to compensate for slow reaction time of flight control system. The original application was
written in C, latter converted into logic blocks for FPGA hardware implementation.
 Visual recognition applications for license plate auto check, written in C#, Windows 7, and client’s
modified library (DLL) built from OpenCV.
Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance, Dundee, MI Plant Automation Architect 2/2005 - 2/2006
Responsible for automating the reconditioning operations for the plant’s rotary cutting tools, which
resulted in the reduction of 15 skilled employees and achieving the plant’s anyone, any time goal for plant
operations. The project included integrating multiple 6 axis cutter grinders, Vericut and Numrotor software
packages with a Windows operator interface written in VB.Net. Creation of tool profiles for plant’s tools and
implementing a quick change collet system. Produced the standard work instructions (SWI), which allowed
rapid orientation to the stations operation by multinational operators.
Aspect 3D, Howell, MI Development Engineer 8/2003 – 2/2005
Design and create proof of concept for a digital eddy current inspection core processor, which
incorporated an algorithms based on wavelet mathematical concepts.
Ore Creek Pro-Fab, Westland, MI IT Manager / Quality Control Manager 7/2002 – 5/2003
Developed VB application at track process compliance, which led to the successful certification of ISO
9001/QS 9000. Improved performance for eddy current inspection machines, which increased crack detection
capabilities and increased machines throughput.
Circle Broach, Westland, MI IT Manager / CNC programmer 11/98 – 7/2002
Developed a parameter based round broach design tool written in MS Excel with VBA that created
CNC code for Mazak CNC Lathe L5. Replaced four skilled lathe operators and quadrupled production.

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Developed an algorithm that adjusted to dimensions for expansion after heat treat, winning recognition for
excellence from Saginaw Steering Gear. Addition savings due to reduction of grind material removal after heat
treat.
Ford Motor Company/ Visteon, Dearborn, MI NiMH BCM Software Manager 8/96 – 11/98
Developed PC based testing tools using MS Excel and VBA, used to test Lead acid battery pack
controller software for the Electric Ranger UX168 program. Promoted to Software manager for the Electric
Ranger UX168 NiMH BCM, C with Assembly drivers. Participated in 8D investigations and participated in
Visteon software certification for CMM and PSP compliance.
Trends-N-Technology, Brighton, MI Engineering Consultant 1994 – 1996
Biometric security applications.
Applied Integration Manager / Creative Design Technologies, Southfield, MI Engineer 1991 – 1994
Hardware and embedded software. Communication plant system. Material pull system for Saturn and
Pontiac truck and bus. (A forklift taxi station) Automotive training class development for MAP, broad
band, C programming and computer communication classes.
Control G Labs, Detroit, MI Voice Recognition Engineer 1987 – 1991
PC based 4540 terminal emulator software written in C for DOS 6.0 and hardware, “I Have an Idea”
and Duplicated Bill, Voice response system. Intelligent service representative system.
Computer Trade Development, Detroit, MI Application Programmer 1985 – 1987
Education
Lansing Community College - AS in Computer Science degree, December 2015
Additional Software Coursework included Java, C#.net, C++
Carnegie Mellon University PSP, CMM level 5
GM Saturn classes on MAP, data communications and PLC programming
Dale Carnegie sales force programs
Tandy Corporation management and marketing training
Michigan State University - electronic engineering and computer sciences course work.