nicholas olsonxxxxxx yyyyyyyyyyyyy x. yyyyyy   935 tecumseh avenue - waterfordxxxxxx, mixxxxxx 48327xxxxxx0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

                                                                                                                           (248) 802-8299xxx-xxx-xxxx                                                                                              nicholasolson_1@hotmail.comabc@xyz.com

objective

seeking to utilize automotive, dynamometer, maintenance, repair, crew leadership, training, inspection, troubleshooting and supervisory skills in a challenging leadership assignment.

career profile

ø  over eight years of engine development experience.

ø  experienced in the set-up of finished engine on dynamometer.

ø  skilled in the tear-down, machining and reassembly of cylinder heads.

ø  proficient in use of computerized balancer for balance rods, pistons and crankshafts.

ø  strength in port and polish of cylinder head runners and combustion chambers.

ø  expertise in rocker arm settings for valve stem clearance to cam manufacturer s specifications.

ø  knowledgeable in guide clearance, seat runout and spring pressures.

ø  able to effectively bore, hone, align and surface engine blocks.

ø  utilize dial bore gauge to set rod and main bearing clearances.

ø  record of progression to positions of wide-ranging responsibility.

ø  train/supervise crew members.

ø  strength in reading wiring diagrams, electrical problem resolution and drivability diagnosis.

ø  adept at managing complex maintenance and repair programs.

ø  proven team player, leader and mentor.

ø  outstanding skills in keeping large numbers of complex equipment operational.

ø  in-depth strengths in assessment and development of technical processes.

ø  proficiency in advanced business software applications.

ø  performance engine building certification.

ø  automotive technology certification.

professional experience

sterling performance, mixxxxxxlford, mixxxxxx                                                                     2001 - present

dyno operator/race support

       recruited to conduct engine dynamometer testing, run in, lash, steady states and power runs.

       effectively calibrate engines with both fuel injection systems with efi technologies and carburetors.

       tasked to perform external dress.

       prepare superchargers, carburetors, oil pumps and front drive setups for dry sump system.

       originate aeroquip lines.

       perform machining and fabrication of dress parts using lathe and bridgeport.

       deliver effective race support.

       travel to race venues and oversee engines in field.

       responsible for service at races including checking lash, timixxxxxxng and oberg filters.

       post-dynamometer dress all engines.

scroggins machine inc., houston, tx                                                                                             2000 - 2001

engine builder

       retained to perform comprehensive operations on high performance engines.

       gained expertise in the tear-down, machining and rebuilding of multiple engine types.

       demonstrated solid ability to assemble short-blocks and degree cams.

earlier background

during 1997-2000, served as assembly line operator, electrolux home products, webster city, ia.  in this assignment, gained outstanding ability in mass production, operations, high volume environments and quality control.

certification

school of automotive machinists, houston, tx

performance engine building, 2001

comprehensive program covering high performance engine building, theory and practice