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Expert is a 25-year veteran mechanic and diagnostic expert. His background includes mechanical, electronic and common rail fuel system design, diagnostics and repair. He is very familiar with the most modern emissions control systems, including EGR, DPF and SCR.

In his career, he has worked for OEM Dealers, Independent Repair Facilities, Machine Shops and an Aftermarket Parts Manufacturer. He is well-versed in a wide variety of Diesel Engine designs and has worked closely with engineers on product design, problem-solving and repair solutions, and product improvement. He has also worked closely with OEM companies on new product design pertaining to engine installation.

Expert holds a wealth of knowledge on engine design, diagnostics, failure analysis, fuel and emission system operation, as well as identifying problem areas, root causes and possible solutions. His research and development work augments his abilities as a problem-solver. Being able to look at both a problem area and how it fits into an entire operational package has lead him to solve several design problems, throughout his career. In his work as a warranty review and new product analysis expert, he demonstrated high level failure analysis and potential problem area identification skills. His combined real world, machining and manufacturing experience gives him a broad range of area on which to consult and assist in.

Expert has been responsible for report-writing, warranty claim handling, product feedback and developing fixes for known problems. Working with tech support, dealer development and engineering has been part of his duties throughout his career. He possesses excellent written and verbal skills and is personable and collaborative. His best attribute is in being able to speak equally well with engineers and the layman.

In being able to take very technical information and make it simple to understand, he trained numerous technicians and performed well as a tech support expert. He is known for attention to detail and continuous self-education, and he has been trained and certified by many OEM Manufacturers. As such, Expert has been the go-to person for answers to most any diesel engine, electronic system, fuel and emissions systems questions.

Expert is a capable manual mill and lathe operator. Having used Bridgeport mills and Sharp lathes to create or modify various parts, he is a job type machinist. One-off pieces and specialty tooling make up most of his work.

He has also programmed and operated a Rottler SG80A valve seat and Guide machine, a Serdi manual valve seat and guide machine, as well as Sioux valve and seat equipment. He has excellent abilities to take precise measurements down to the ten-thousandths inch range. Using inside and outside micrometers, bore gauges of dial, digital or vernier type, all types of calipers, rulers and other precise measuring devices is second nature. He has designed and made special tools, plus has tooling designs to submit for patents.

Throughout his life, he has worked with many types of metals to make tooling, machinery, panels, brackets and various specialty items. He is a capable ARC, MIG and Brazing welder. He has worked with a wide range of materials spanning from sheet metal and pipe, to hard-facing, to cast iron welding. His fabrication skills have helped in engineering specialty machines, building machinery, incorporating drivetrains into a package and even building amateur race cars.

Expert is skilled in many types of electronics repair. Focusing primarily on audio equipment and vintage stereo restoration. His skills with circuit board testing and repair has allowed him to repair many types of electronics; including Engine Control Modules, Instrument Panels, Driver Modules and PLC Modules. He has great soldering skills. He has worked with basic irons, temperature controlled stations, rework stations and flow ovens.