TODD J. CICCONE, M.S.

Peoria, IL 61606 309.648.9029

todd.j.ciccone@gmail.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddjciccone

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Specialist in Lean Manufacturing, Design Process Tool Methodology, and Process Efficiency
Multidimensional hands-on Electronic Engineering professional providing leadership, vision, creativity, and business acumen in
driving day-to-day maintenance in a manufacturing environment. Accomplished in planning and executing multiple electrical
products and systems from design concept through production, with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Highly
organized and detail oriented. Versatile team player with the ability to incorporate new concepts and interact with all levels of
professionals. Expertise in System-Level Electrical Design and Integration, Time and Project Management, and Design Process Tool
Methodology. Sound understanding of System Development Life Cycle including study of specifications, requirement gathering,
designing, integration, testing, documentation, and support. Proven technical, interpersonal, communications, and training skills.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA)

Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing

Product Development

Project Management

Marine Classification Society Certification Remote Tracking Intelligence

Process Improvement

Software Programming & Testing

Quality Assurance & Control

Power Systems & Wiring Schematics

System-Level Electrical Design

Engineering Best Practices

Design Process Tool Methodology

Standards and Regulations

Technical Documentation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CATERPILLAR, INC., Peoria, IL

1998-2015

Engineering Specialist (2010-2015)

Achievements:

Successfully designed and developed 3 new remote monitoring products including PL420, PL421, ad PL440 for vocational
trucks and generator set applications.

Directed Transition Team software testing by integrating automated hardware in the loop (HIL) testing of electronic systems
and transmission displays.

Designed, implemented, tested, and provided customer support for the remote monitoring systems of production vocational
trucks and generator sets.

Served as a member of the SAE Committee for J1939 support for electronic transmissions and UL2200 certifications for
Genset remote monitoring devices.

Collaborated with cross-functional development teams to design and manufacture new products.

Monitored installation and operations to consistently meet rigorous customer requirements.

Senior Process Improvement Engineer/Six Sigma Black Belt 2 (2008-2010)

Achievements:

Oversaw a cross-functional team and the creation of testing documentation and product testing on electrical control modules,
electronic displays, and engine systems for the Marine Classification Society Certification.

Successfully developed electrical systems for marine systems, generator sets, vocational trucks, and fire pump applications.

Managed industrial and marine engine projects specializing in certifications including Marine Classification Society, CSA,
UL, and standards and regulations.

Spearheaded electrical system design, support, and certification of fire pump applications.

Performed in-depth electrical acceptance testing of completed hardware systems.

Monitored the manufacturing of electrical devices and operations to ensure compliance with safety protocols.

Troubleshot electrical equipment issues such as electronic control module and sensor problems.

Applied principles of electrical theory to advance and improve product development and efficiency.

Process Improvement Engineer/Six Sigma Black Belt 1 (2003-2008)

Achievements:

Led marine and industrial projects such as standards and regulations, EMC testing, UL and CSA engine certifications.

Improved methods and procedures for processes, measurement, technical documentation, and workflow techniques.

Successfully migrated marine testing methodology for electronic equipment to other applications such as generator sets,
displays, and vocational trucks to meet accepted standards and regulations.

Designed processes to effectively create ISO symbols according to standards and regulations.

Conducted engineering studies and activities for new processes, process changes, and improvements to improve
manufacturing safety, improve product quality, and uniformity, increase production efficiency, and decrease standard cost.

System Integration and Test Engineer (2000-2003)

Achievements:

Authored the initial company requirements document for electronics in compliance with MCS certification.

Created a Marine Classification Society-compliant, template and procedure for testing electronic equipment.

Designed protocols, qualification documents, test plans, and test reports for Marine Classification Society certification.

Managed software programming and testing for marine and industrial engine applications and provided customer support for
marine and industrial engine software.

Integrated various software applications to determine interoperability and data consistency.

Demonstrated skills in solving problems and analysis and assumed responsibility for customer satisfaction for deliverables.

Electronic Development Engineer (1998-2000)

Achievements:

Oversaw software programming and testing for marine and industrial engine applications.

Provided customer support for electronic marine and industrial engines.

Led a 2-person project management team in resolving a product communication issue on production industrial and marine
engines over a 621-day timespan.

Interpreted customer engineering specifications and aided in converting them into internal specs, developed prototypes,
generated electrical schematics, and supported developments of production intent electronic hardware to drive products.

EDUCATION

M.S., Electrical and Electronics Engineering, 1998

CATERPILLAR COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, BRADLEY UNIVERSITY, Peoria, IL
Project: Modeled and Controlled an Inverted Pendulum (Robotic Arm)
Courses: Communication Theory, Electromagnetic Theory, Radio Frequency Circuits and Systems, Wireless Communication
Systems, Optical Fiber Communications, Statistical and Adaptive Signal Processing, Digital Image Processing, Embedded Data
Structures and Object-Oriented Programming, Robotic Navigation with Simultaneous Localization and Mapping, Control Systems

B.S., Electrical and Electronics Engineering, 1995

CATERPILLAR COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, BRADLEY UNIVERSITY, Peoria, IL
Courses: Computers and Programming, Circuits and Digital Systems, DC and AC Circuits and Systems, Microcontroller Architecture
and Programming, Continuous Time Signals and Systems, Simulation and Analysis, Transmission Lines and Electromagnetic Fields,
Discrete Time Signals, Microelectronics, Digital Signal Processing