Austin Tavenner

Experience

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  ASC Construction Equipment

  May 2014 - Oct 2015

  Mechanic

  - Performed basic maintenance on heavy equipment- Worked alongside other mechanics to problem solve - Completed write-ups to clearly communicate progress to other mechanics and managers

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  Volvo Group Trucks Technology

  May 2016 - Feb 2017

  Engineering Intern

  Verification Engineer - Intern● Gathered system level requirements from systems, component, project, verification, and wiring engineering to develop a web-based application in VB.net using Visual Studio that reduced the amount of time to schedule testing on project test trucks owned by the electrical verification team● Developed an approved working process on how to use the truck scheduling website● Worked with global IT personnel to set up a dedicated server for hosting the website● Developed technical application document for the truck scheduler, and trained existing full-time engineer on how to maintain the software● Participated and took on action items in operational development (OD) meetings to identify processes that can be improved in order to meet the department vision● Presented progress reports every other week in front of other professional engineers● Worked with other interns to develop an automated electro pneumatic system for testing failed air switches returned on warranty● Developed simulation software for other engineers to quicken testing processes by reducing repetitive steps saving multiple hours of work a week● Worked with full-time engineers and connector suppliers to develop a plan for a senior project based on the SAE J3068 standard that will require creating a proof of concept 3-phase electric vehicle charger that will be implemented in heavy duty vehicles in the future Show less

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  Volvo Group

  Jul 2017 - now

  • Senior Test Automation Engineer

    Oct 2020 - now

  • Test Automation Engineer

    Oct 2019 - Oct 2020

  • Associate System Verification Engineer

    Jul 2017 - Sept 2019