Timothy Jacobs

37255 Ilene St. Clinton Twp., MI 48036

Email: TimothyAJacobs@outlook.com
Cell: (586) 229-9418
References Available Upon Request

Career Objective
Highly motivated and inspired individual looking to obtain a position where I can contribute my skills and experience as part of a
team to overcome real-world challenges and create innovative solutions that will improve lives.

Highlights of Experience
• Helped streamline hardware layout by designing custom mounting plates for card access hardware at ESS
• Solidified several commercial business leads while working at Batteries + Bulbs and helped to create orders
• Helped implement a cost-effective fix for a defect in one of Harman-Becker's infotainment unit models
• Helped implement "lean" manufacturing practices at Fitzpatrick Mfg. that helped to save shifts, shop floor space, and money

Areas of Expertise
Computers Systems
• Able to assemble and maintain most varieties of personal and business computers
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Operating Systems, and Adobe Creative Suite Software
• Freelance work performed in this area, including PC assembly, data backup and recovery, virus removal, and more

Programming
• Basic knowledge of C, C++, HTML/CSS, Assembly and BASIC languages
• Experience with PLC devices and loading, running, and debugging programs

Technical Software
• LabVIEW • AutoCAD • Adobe Creative Suite
• MatLAB • Simulink • VisualStudio
• Microsoft Project • Multisim • Utiliboard

Electronics
• Able to perform a variety of repairs on consumer electronics, including cell phones, tablets, and laptops
• Knowledge of fundamental electronic theory and components
• Able to assemble a circuit from a diagram using discrete or integrated components
• Able to use test equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes to troubleshoot and test circuits and hardware

Technical Communication
• Able to prepare reports and presentations for a variety of audiences using information provided or obtained through research
• Able to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers to present technical information in a manageable and easy-to-
understand manner in both written and oral correspondence

Collaboration
• Able to work effectively as part of a group, both as a leader and team member by assigning or following objective-based tasks
• Able to make use of collaborative tools, such as Microsoft Office and Google Docs to work with team simultaneously

Skills
• Fast learner • Strong written and oral comm. skills • Strong leader
• Customer service experience • Work well as part of a team or alone • Highly motivated
• Innovative problem solver • Emphasis on quality • Technical expertise
 Education
Bachelor of Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology Honors, Computer Science Minor May 2018
• Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, GPA: 3.85
• Dean’s List and Distinguished Scholarship Recipient

Bachelor of Science, Computer Technology Honors May 2018

• Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, GPA: 3.85

Associate of Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology May 2014

• Macomb Community College, Warren, MI, GPA: 3.9
• Dean’s List and Letter of Academic Praise Recipient (Physics, Government, Instrumentation)

Work Experience
Electronic Security Systems, Warren, MI Aug 2015 to Jan 2018
Service Technician
• Responsible for the service and installation of security systems, including card access and cameras
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and replacing faulty components to resolve customer issues
• Create and maintain CAD schematics for security system floorplans and wiring diagrams
• Work with installers to run wire and install hardware per schematics and specifications

Batteries + Bulbs, Roseville, MI Oct 2013 to May 2015

Master Repair Technician
• Responsible for many store duties, such as stocking, cleaning, cashiering, and inventory / order management
• Performed tech work, such as device repair (laptops, tablets, and cell phones) and custom battery pack builds
• Worked with customers to help find best solution to their individual problem

Harman-Becker Automotive Infotainment Division, Farmington Hills, MI Jan 2013 to Mar 2013
Intern
• Job shadowed several Electrical Engineers at Harman's automotive infotainment division
• Learned basics of electronic device diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair, as well as QA procedures for finished products
• Learned technical information about GPS, car audio, and car infotainment systems

Fitzpatrick Manufacturing, Sterling Heights, MI Feb 2012 to Apr 2012

Intern
• Job shadowed the plant manager to oversee the responsibilities of managing a CNC shop floor
• Learned the basics of CNC manufacturing as well as how to operate some basic CNC equipment and software

Volunteer Experience
Engineering Technology Student Organization, Detroit, MI 2016 to Present
Webmaster / Tutor
• Provide tutoring and support for ET students in a variety of courses
• Maintain the ETSO websites and social media pages and help raise awareness for events

Motor City Blight Busters, Detroit, MI Oct 2015

Volunteer
• Worked with a team to establish a sustainable urban farmland to grow crops for residents in need
• Helped a team remove trash from residential and commercial properties around Detroit to improve the area’s image

CONvergence Events, Inc., Bloomington, MN 2008 to Present

LAN Gaming Subhead / Volunteer
This organization uses an annual convention to raise money to help fund science education initiatives for underprivileged youth.
Responsibilities include:
• Overseeing operation and set up of the LAN based gaming room and maintaining the machines' hardware and software
• Misc. logistic and other volunteer work as needed