David McDonnel

Background

About David McDonnel

Diverse technical experience with the worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of automatic and hybrid powertrains for heavy duty commercial and military vehicles. Experience is primarily in Application Engineering and Engineering Test. Proven technical proficiency in troubleshooting, testing, training,validation, test fleet management. Extensive experience in direct customer contact and technical support/liaison roles. Hands-on, results oriented, directly involved problem solver that likes to get things done. Organized and detail oriented with outstanding technical and mechanical abilities. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Friendly approachable personality that fosters team spirit and loyality. Outside of engineering: McDonnel Fine Woodworking - A small woodworking business dedicated to building/repairing quality furniture, milling/installing interior trim work and sharing the craft of woodworking through detailed hands-on classes. Inside & Out Handyman Services - A small business providing small job handyman services to busy home owners. Comercial Drivers License - Full CDL-A. Obtained as part of my engineering job. Experience limited to straight trucks and busses (40 foot and 60 foot articulated) Volunteer Work - Head of Building and Grounds at South Central Church of Christ. Head of Scenery Shop, Speedway High School. Teaching life skills while helping kids build scenery for the school plays. Goal: My goal is to find an Engineering or Technician position in the Indianapolis area that would allow me to capitalize on my 29+ years of experience in testing, validation and applications. However I am very open to pursuing alternate career paths in engineering, woodworking, teaching or maintenance/handyman oppoptunities in the Indy area. Specialties: Planning, Organizing, Troubleshooting, Problem solving, Vehicle level testing, Test Instrumentation, OEM & Customer contact, Technical support/liaison, Engineering Test Fleet management, Technical Instruction, Woodworking, Maintenance, teaching.