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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dedicated and motivated professional with a proven record of implementing industrial controls and managing multi-million dollar projects from concept to completion. Seeking a position as a Controls Engineer with a dynamic growing organization that can leverage my knowledge to exceed company targets and clients’ business goals.
CORE CAPABILITIES
  • Capable of constant innovation, creatively seeking processes that contribute to bottom line profits
  • Demonstrated reliability, high degree of self-motivation, and ability to assume increased levels of responsibility
  • Outstanding leadership skills through time management, critical thinking, pride of accomplishment
  • Excellent communications skills with the ability to interact with people at all levels
SKILLS
  • Proficiency in PLC programming using Structured Text and Ladder Logic
  • Proficiency in Linux, Windows, Microsoft Office, BASH, CSS, HTML, LaTeX, PHP, Python, and SQL
  • Working knowledge of AGILE methodology, Arduino programming, Adept V+ and KUKA KRL
  • Limited experience with SolidWorks, Microsoft Visio, C, C++, JavaScript, MATLAB, and Simulink
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering – University of Texas at Arlington  •  May 2016
  • Conducted research in Robotics and Additive Manufacturing
  • Utilized Adept V+ language to program Adept three-axis and SCARA robots
  • Wrote Python porting algorithm to translate 3-D printer (G-code) programs to Adept V+
  • Configured Arduino microcontroller for stepper motor control in coordination with robot motion
Bachelor of Science in Physics – University of Dallas  •  Irving, TX  •  May 2013
  • Conducted research in Astrophysics
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Controls Software Engineer / Project Manager – Romeo Engineering, Inc  •  Fort Worth, TX  •  May 2016 - Present
  • REI has designed and built automated assembly systems for high profile companies such as Hormel Foods, Sikorsky Helicopter, Bell Helicopter, IBM, Ford, and Boeing
  • Personally served as project manager for many multi-million dollar projects including robotic packaging systems with vision integration, automated drilling machines, and fiberglass pultrusion applications
  • Oversaw and analyzed project multi-million dollar project budgets for cost savings and contingencies as well as manufacturing processes and assembly procedures
  • Programmed KUKA six-axis robot for pick-and-place operations from moving conveyor with vision integration
  • Programmed Schneider and Allen Bradley PLC’s for motion control, solenoid valve control, and sensor feedback
  • Programmed Adept Quattro four-axis parallel robot for pick-and-place operations
Programmer – Texas Farm Bureau Insurance  •  Waco, TX  •  May 2013 - August 2014
  • Developed new functionality and improved existing code using using AGILE software development methodology
  • Analyzed errors reported by users and used IBM 3270 and DB2 SQL to identify problems and develop solutions
Project Assistant – University of Dallas, IT Department  •  Irving, TX  •  August 2012 - May 2013
Web Developer – Claims Resources, LLC  •  Dallas, TX  •  July 2012 - August 2012
Laboratory Assistant – University of Dallas, Physics Department  •  Irving, TX  •  August 2010 - May 2012
Dispatcher – University of Dallas, Campus Safety  •  Irving, TX  •  August 2009 - May 2013
AFFILIATIONS
Emergency Medical Technician  •  Dallas, TX  •  June 2015 - August 2015
  • Passed National Registry EMT certification exam
Personal Website – www.mattheuser.com  •  May 2009 - Present
  • Develop and maintain personal website on Linux server using HTML, CSS, PHP, and JavaScript
Eagle Scout – Boy Scouts of America, Troop 243  •  Louisville, KY  •  May 2004 - May 2009
  • Lead team to install security surveillance system for Eagle Service Project requirement