Robert Ling provides a resume summarizing his education and qualifications for electrical engineering positions. He received a B.S. in electrical engineering and a B.A.A. in entrepreneurship from Central Michigan University. His experience includes projects involving robotics, embedded systems, and digital design. He is currently a Systems Engineer at FCA LLC where he works on vehicle electrical systems requirements and validation.
1. Robert B. Ling III
6853 Ellinwood Dr., White Lake MI, 48383
(989) 621-3054
r.bishop.ling@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Central Michigan University Mt. Pleasant, MI
B.S. Electrical Engineering May 2013 GPA 3.16
B.A.A. Entrepreneurship with a minor in History 2008
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
-Programming languages: Java, Verilog, Assembly language, C/C++
-Certification in HandlingTool Operation and Programming Software for FANUC Robotics.
-Tools: Matlab, ASM IDE, Cadence – NC Verilog, PSPICE, Xilinx
-Familiarity with laboratory testing equipment including but not limited to oscilloscopes,
multimeters, etc.
-EIT (Passed Fundamentals of Engineering Exam)
PROJECTS
-Senior design project: to build a universal operator cab to fit on differing machines in
collaboration with Morbark Inc. including design, testing, and analysis.
-Embedded system design and construction using Arduino microcontroller, sensors, and LED
display.
-Lead designer of a cardboard boat for the 15th
annual cardboard boat race at CMU.
-Designed and built a double digit digital scoreboard using J/K flip-flops, a debouncing toggle
switch, and seven segment displays.
-Designed and built a Lego Mindstorms robot for a king of the hill type competition.
-Member of winning team for the 12th
annual cardboard boat race at CMU (2009), part of a five
man team to design, build, and test a cardboard boat while attempting to have the fastest time.
-Researcher and author of 2005 Downtown Economic Revitalization Report for the city of Mt.
Pleasant.
EMPLOYMENT
Systems Engineer, FCA LLC, Auburn Hills, MI December 2014 – Present
-Create, update, and confirm requirements for function of electrical systems within the vehicle.
-Use of DOORS to maintain and edit requirements documents.
-Root cause analysis of problems pertaining to system.
-Familiarity with DFSS (Design for Six Sigma).
-Familiarity with DFMEA (Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis).
-Explore new methods of implementing old systems with new data and algorithms.
-Employ high levels of communication, interactivity, and coordination between engineering
groups.
Validation Engineer, LG Electronics Troy, MI, June 2013 – September 2014
-Test and validate functionality of Onstar systems, telematics, and in car infotainment systems
including navigation, cellular, WiFi, GPS, and engine control to ensure proper behavior per
specifications for North America, Europe, and China.
-Update and maintain databases of test cases, reducing unnecessary/obsolete tests by 5% while
adding new tests to cover new specifications or previously detected bugs and increased
coverage of found issues by 20 percentage points.
-Collect and analyze GPS data to detect anomalies and/or verify systems are working properly.
-Use of QXDM to monitor RF signals and modify configurations.
2. -Utilize Neo-VI to monitor CAN bus.
Intern/Co-op, Horiba Automotive Test Systems Ann Arbor, June – August 2012
-Create schematic drawings of assembly of electrical components.
-Create and implement wiring diagrams of electrical components.
-Manufacture and assembly of component systems.
-Checked and documented parts for CE certification
-Assembled a documentation book containing a part list, technical information and specs, and
pictures of the layout of the prototype machine.
IT Manager and data entry, B&L Sales White Lake, 2009- present
-Troubleshoot internal technical problems remotely, setup/maintain network, upgrade and build
new PCs as necessary.
-Collect, collate, and file company expenses while maintaining a monthly and yearly expense
report including basic accounting and data entry.
SERVICES AND SOCIETIES
-Member IEEE
-Vice President of IEEE at Central Michigan University fall 2012 – spring 2013
-Student Ambassador for the People To People program
Professional references
Ryan Hack
Product supervisor
Horiba Instruments Inc.
5900 Hines Dr.
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Personal Cell: 248 318 0856
Steve Wilson
Drafting Specialist, CMU Project Manager for Standardized Operator Cab, Morbark liaison to CMU
Morbark Inc.
8507 S. Winn Rd.
Winn, MI 48896
Personal Cell: 313 673 3574
Steven Fenton
College Grad in Training
General Motors
Personal Cell: 734 934 9282
Personal references available upon request.