Pattarapol Ruangutai Resume
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Pattarapol Ruangutai Resume

EXPERIENCE
Sunnect Lighting, LLC From: April 2018 – To: Present

Street: 11 W Del Mar Blvd, Suite 200 City: Pasadena State: CA Zip Code: 91105

Project Engineer
• Performed financial analysis of lighting projects to determine the most optimal energy saving solution for customers
• Efficiently draft project proposals presenting technical data and detailed project economics to customers
• Managed a team of certified electricians to perform LED retrofits throughout the U.S.
• Established protocols needed to create and maintain a database of audits, proposals, purchase orders, and materials information for a nationwide portfolio
• Tracked project schedules, budget, and cost for analysis
• Communicated effectively with customers to resolve issues that arise from ongoing and completed projects
• Provided leadership support to multiple departments in the company
• Facilitated communication between customers and crews on-site to ensure all project requirements are met

Material and Equipment Manager
• Procured lighting materials and equipment for projects throughout the U.S.
• Organized materials and equipment to ensure warehouse is fully stocked and ready for upcoming projects
• Managed and scheduled material delivery to job sites all over the U.S.
• Constantly optimized a list of preferred vendors to obtain new and high quality materials and equipment
• Kept track of material and equipment inventory after each project

Crescenta Valley Theater Arts From: September 2010 –To: June 2011

Street: 2900 Community Ave City: La Crescenta State: CA Zip Code: 91214

Assistant Sound Technician
• Performed sound check for the entire cast before performance
• Ensured timing of sound tracks throughout the show
• Setup and take down sound system after each show
• Adjusted sound level and quality as necessary throughout the show

Set Construction / Prop Assistant
• Assisted in creating various backdrops used in the performance
• Managed a small crew in building simple and complex set pieces such as a small waterfall, staircase, living room, etc.
• Acquired and tracked all props used in the show
• Coordinated with crew members to create simple effects such as fog
• Worked in a small team to smoothly setup and teardown props, backdrops, and set pieces for each show

EDUCATION
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

From: September 2015 – To: December 2017

Street: 405 Hilgard Ave City: Los Angeles State: CA Zip Code: 90095

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Cumulative GPA 3.59

Relevant Coursework: Dynamic Systems Modeling and Control, Advanced Strength of Materials, Computer Aided Design & Drafting, Complex Systems, Mechanical Design, Manufacturing Processes, Transport Phenomena, Engineering Thermodynamics, Intermediate Mechanisms & Mechanical Systems, Intermediate Dynamics

Pasadena City College

From: September 2011 – To: June 2015

Street: 1570 E Colorado Blvd City: Pasadena State: CA Zip Code: 91106

Complete Lower Division Courses, Mechanical Engineering
Cumulative GPA 3.85


TECHNICAL SKILLS
Software: Proficiency in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, SQL, Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, SnapCount
Programming Language: C++, Visual Basic, Simulink, LabVIEW, MATLAB
Machines: Mill, Lathe, CNC, Sander, Band Saw, Drill Press
Language: Fluent in English and Thai

UCLA ENGINEERING PROJECTS
Robotic Controls: Autonomous Delivery Robot

From: January 2018 – To: June 2018

• Collaborated in a team of 6 students to design, develop, and program an autonomous, propeller-driven robot
• Utilized LabVIEW software to derive algorithms to program servo motors and brushless motors for active steering and braking
• Performed field testing of IR sensors, servomotors, and brushless motors to gather real-time data
• Constructed a circuit board to act as a central interface between MCU (MyRIO-1900) and the robot
• Analyzed system data using LabVIEW and Simulink to debug programs and test for system failure

Manufacturing/Assembly: Aluminum Chair and Delivery Robot

From: September 2017 – To: June 2018

• Fabricated the delivery subsystem for an autonomous robot using 3D printers
• Coordinated with team members to assemble each subsystem into the autonomous robot
• Manufactured MCU (MyRIO-1900) support structures by operating a lathe, sander, milling machine, drill press, band saw and other shop equipment
• Manufactured sensor, motor, and servomotor mounts by operating a CNC machine and 3D printers
• Modeled the aluminum chair back using SolidWorks, and operated a CNC machine to fabricate chair back, seat, and legs

CAD Design of Mechanical Systems: Rubber Band Powered Vehicle and Delivery Robot

From: July 2017 – To: January 2018

• Drafted 3D CAD models and drawings of a delivery subsystem for a propeller-driven, autonomous delivery robot using SolidWorks
• Collected data from SolidWorks FEA for analysis and correction of the system’s structural weaknesses
• Communicated clearly with team members for data analysis and implementation of successive design changes to meet requirement specifications
• Compiled design documentations at each phase of the design process to communicate effectively with team members and leaders

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars Participant

From: May 2015 – To: May 2015

Street: 2825 E Ave P City: Palmdale State: CA Zip Code: 93550

Lead Programmer
• Delegated responsibilities to team members for the design, assembly, and programming of a mechanical system
• Responsible for overseeing the programming process of the system by team members
• Monitored team members’ progress using scheduled task completion dates to meet project’s deadline