Shawn O'Brien

Shawn O'Brien

Computer Engineer

Personal Profile

I'm a nerd who graduated from York College of Pennsylvania in 2017 with a degree in Computer Engineering. I am very interested in the field of embedded and automation engineering, circuit design, PCB design and microcontroller programing. My hobby is having hobbies. I also like to make things, bike, ski and do wood working in my spare time.

Work Experience

Automation Engineer

Hazelett Corporation – Colchester, Vt

2017 - Present

  • Program Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC’s using ladder logic and structured text
  • Designed and programmed touchscreen interfaces
  • Developed and manufactured embedded safety system sensor using microcontrollers in manufacturing machines
  • Created and updated existing electrical schematics using Eplan
  • Commissioned industrial equipment worldwide working with international teams
  • Performed safety and risk analysis of industrial machines
  • Programmed copper, lead, and aluminum caster machines control systems

Computer Engineer & Automation Intern

Morehouse Instrument Company – York, PA

2015 - 2017

  • Created custom embedded circuit board to control and automate calibration systems
  • Designed and programed PC and Tablet software to control calibration machines
  • Designed PCB control circuit
  • Assist President in prototyping and completing engineering projects

Apple Service Technician

Small Dog Electronics – South Burlington, VT

April 2012 - August 2013

  • Diagnosed and repaired failing hardware and software on Apple Laptops, Desktops, iPads, and iPhones using client testimony.

IT Support Specialist & REALTOR

Century 21 Jack Associates – South Burlington, VT

October 2010 - April 2012

  • Performed IT and computer assistance to company computers and network equipment
  • Acquired real estate license and assisted other real estate agents at showings and administrative tasks

Computer Hardware Technician

Logic Supply, Inc. – South Burlington, VT

October 2007 - September 2010

  • Assembled and performed quality assurance on Mini-ITX computer systems
  • Troubleshoot computer hardware and Windows operating systems issues

Education

York College of Pennsylvania – York, Pa

Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering

2013 — 2017

Graduation: August 2017

Community College of Vermont – Winooski, VT

General Studies in Mathematics, English, Physics

2011 - 2013

Center for Technology, Essex – Essex, VT

Computer Systems Technology

2005 - 2007

  • Completed A+ certification course
  • Completed Netwrok+ certification course
  • Skills USA Vermont gold medalist winner in chapter display

Essex High School –Essex, VT

2003 - 2007

  • Principles Award
  • Honor Roll

Skills

  • PCB Design
  • Microcontroller Programming
  • Sensing and Actuators
  • DesignSpark PCB and Eagle
  • Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs
  • Ladder Logic
  • C++
  • C#
  • HTML
  • JAVA
  • MATLAB
  • Eplan
  • SolidWorks and DraftSight

Certifications

  • CompTIA A+
  • CompTIA Network+
  • Certified Apple Service Technician
  • Ubuntu Systems Builder