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= '''Summary'''<br/><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:medium;">[[File:RobSalamon.jpg|thumb|RobSalamon.jpg]]</span></span></span> =
<span style="font-family:tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;">Rob is currently an undergraduate Mechanical and Electrical Engineering studentrecently graduated from&nbsp;with a focus in sustainable energy systems&nbsp;at the [http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/University_of_Wisconsin_Milwaukee University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee]&nbsp;with a degree in&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family: tahoma, geneva, sans-serif;">Mechanical engineering and a minor in electrical engineering with a focus in sustainable energy systems</span><span style="font-family: tahoma, geneva, sans-serif;">. &nbsp;While in school Rob is also working as an Operational Excellence Intern at Joy Global, a Crew Chief and Aviation Mechanic on UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters in the Wisconsin Army National Guard, a Competitor on the "Paws verse Claws" Lakefront marathon team, President of the UW-Milwaukee chapter of Student Veterans of America, volunteer at the Urban Ecology Center and last but not least Proprietor of Smallwaukee Properties LLC.</span> <span style="font-family: tahoma, geneva, sans-serif;">After graduation Rob took a position as a Maintenance Task Analyst with Oshkosh Corporation. In addition to his full-time position Rob volunteers with a local youth robotics program (Wave Robotics - an FRC competitor) and is looking to start a masters degree in robotics or an innovators mba.</span>
= '''Current Projects:''' =
 
== '''On Campus''' ==
 
=== '''&nbsp; &nbsp; UW-Milwaukee Maker's Space''' ===
== '''Personal''' ==
=== '''&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Smallwaukee Properties LLC'''<br/> === &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Smallwaukee Properties has a mission to solve global problems one community, one house and one solar panel at a time. [[File:Picture1.png|border|center|Picture1.png]] = '''Professional Summary''' = My goal is to find a position that would allow me to get into either product testing and failure modes or design.&nbsp; As a long term goal and interest I want to contribute to the development of sustainable energy systems or the implementation of hybrid systems. I have demonstrated technical support skills such as programming, design drafting, material testing and product failure testing.&nbsp; Proven capacity to build teams, multi task, manage business operations, complete projects and exceed business goals.&nbsp; Provide experience in engines, design, end user testing and performance evaluation.<div align="center">----</div>== '''Education''' == &nbsp; University of Wisconsin Milwaukee – Senior &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Urban Ecology Center, Sustainability Focus, Volunteer&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Major: Mechanical Engineering &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Society of Automotive and Aerospace Engineers Minor: Electrical Engineering Minor &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Student Veterans of America, President &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;“Paws vs. Claws” Marathon Team, Competitor &nbsp; == '''Related Course Work''' == <u>Design and Computation Software:</u> ProEngineer Wildfire 5.0, AutoCAD, MatLab, MathCAD, Windchill, Creo &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <u>Hardware and Software Development:</u> RSP Development and construction, Java, C++ and Assembly <u>Material Processes Engineering and Failure Analysis:</u>&nbsp; Test, input data, evaluate, implement continual improvement <u>Study Abroad:</u>&nbsp; Spent 3 months studying as an high school exchange Student in Germany &nbsp;<div align="center">----</div>== '''Professional Experiences''' == === '''''&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Joy Global, Operational Excellence, Intern&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;''&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''''<b>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</b>'''&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;''''' === · &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Process mapping, problem identification, guiding improvements in value added areas · &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Improving the paint process to eliminate waste and damage === '''''&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Generac Power Systems, Standards Design Engineer, Intern&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''''<i>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</i> === ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Implementing standardized work and part documentation and drawings ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Researching part utilization to determine necessary updates for drawings === '''&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;United States Army, Wisconsin National Guard, Specialist, Crew Chief and Aviation Mechanic'''''&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;'' === ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Inspect, maintain and repair UH-60 Blackhawk Helicopters ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Nominated for soldier of the year, quick promotion and selected to work as Crew Chief ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Maintain perfect safety record within entire fleet of 18 helicopters through attention to detail ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Abide by military regulations and standards to ensure safety of crew and passengers ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Work regularly within teams to complete critical projects within deadlines, specifications and tolerances === '''''&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Assembly and Machining Powertrain Operations Co-op&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''''<i>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</i> === ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Implementing ergonomically correct production processes ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Improving productivity and reducing waste through layout design and process changes ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Assisting in problem solving through engineering solutions ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Maintaining a high level of quality assurance and manufacturing consistency through system implementation === '''''&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;UW-Milwaukee Military and Student Veterans Resource Center, Administration'''''&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; === ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Support current and former military personnel transitioning from service to student life ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Provide information and assist with navigating benefits and opportunities to service members
=== '''''&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Additional Professional Skills Owner and Experiences''''' ===Operator of rental property company
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Held management positions 2005 – 2011 using communication, conflict resolution and organization skills=== STEM Outreach in Oshkosh School District ===
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Facilitated the opening of seven businesses from construction through regular operationsWave Robotics FRC mentor
·=== Corporate Innovation&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Demonstrated capacity to build teams and nurture a diverse group of communication and learning styles===
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Working towards developing I&nbsp;&nbsp; Adhered to federal and state standards, OSHA requirements and hazardous material protocolsE program in fortune 250 company
= Related Links =
[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/University_of_Wisconsin_Milwaukee University of Wisconsin Milwaukee]
[[University_of_WisconsinUniversity of Wisconsin-Milwaukee_Student_PrioritiesMilwaukee Student Priorities|University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Student Priorities]]
[[Category:Student ChangemakersContributors|Student_Changemakersr]]