Anthony Downes

Test Engineer

Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

About

I have natural talent that allows me to think deeply about and visualize complex systems. Within my talents, lies a pattern of working calmly and steadily through all of the steps of problem solving and troubleshooting in the engineering field. After sixteen years of being an automotive technician, I feel that many of my skills and experiences translate into other fields. My mechanical aptitude, quick responsiveness to new systems, and natural sociability allows me to thrive in supportive team situations. I have a positive sense of the future and constantly work to improve efficiencies, not only professionally, but personally. I am an adaptable professional that has a history of loyalty within companies where I have grown and developed a collaborative and leadership skill set.

Experience

  • ISEE (Full-time · 4 yrs 8 mos)
    • Test Engineer
      Jul 2023 - Present · 3 yrs

    • Autonomous Vehicle Specialist/Tech
      Nov 2021 - Jul 2023 · 1 yr 9 mos

      Assist in the development and implementation of new procedures and tests Isolate, track, document, and triage issues systematically Install/Diag/Test newly developed hardware

  • Sr Global Technician at FedEx Express
    Feb 2011 - Nov 2021 · 10 yrs 10 mos

    SENIOR GLOBAL VEHICLE TECHNICIAN, FEDEX EXPRESS, Addison, TX  Responsible for managing 100+ medium-duty fleet and multiple mechanics in structured environment  Responsible for in-house parts inventory  Manage vendor relationships and invoicing  Communicate with manufacturers on common issues and recalls  Manage and improve preventative maintenance schedules  Ensure DOT fleet requirements and corporate standards are met  Ensure safe and reliable vehicles are accessible to meet operational requirements  Coach/train fleet drivers to properly perform pre and post trip inspections  Maintain and enhance existing processes that include working asset goals, assigning priority points to improve workflow, and implement cost-saving measures  Monitor and optimize financial budget inefficiencies by maximizing in-house resources and improve preventative maintenance priority schedules  Involved in QDM (Quality Driven Management) consultation projects that work to improve company-wide processes  Experience with remotely managing out of town fleet locations and coordinating with management team to utilize fleet and vendors efficiently  Diagnose, service, and repair fleet assets

  • Lead Shop Technician at Quantum Performance
    May 2008 - Dec 2010 · 2 yrs 8 mos

     Responsible for managing six+ mechanics  Coordinated projects, deadlines, special requests with team  Responsible for customer communication about projects and exceeding expectations  Diagnose, service, repair, and customize vehicles

  • Technician at West Way Ford
    Oct 2004 - Apr 2008 · 3 yrs 7 mos

    Diagnose, service, and repair vehicles in the following areas: engine performance, alternative fuels, steering and suspension, electrical, climate control, manual transmission, and brakes.