Harold Shoemaker
SENIOR ELECTRONICS / SYSTEM ENGINEER
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About
Innovative electronics and systems engineer with 40+ years of experience designing, prototyping, and validating embedded electronic systems, RF communications platforms, and power architectures. Expert in taking products from concept through prototype, testing, and production readiness. Patent contributor specializing in measurement systems, automated validation, and hardware/software integration for mission-critical industrial and communication applications.
Experience
Prototype Technician III / R&D Engineering Contributor - Subsite Electronics – Ditch Witch / Charles Machine Works - Perry, OK
(2023)
- Design next-generation electronic subsystems for underground utility locating platforms
- Architected Li-Ion battery power systems including charging, protection, schematics, and PCB layouts
- Developed automated electronic load and validation systems using Python and National Instruments hardware
- Designed RF performance verification methods for long-range LoRa and Bluetooth communication links
- Created automated prototype test fixtures using embedded microcontroller platforms
- Inventor on provisional patent improving locating accuracy using frequency-vs-phase measurement analysis
Founder & Lead Electronics Engineer - CLK Dealer Services LLC - Cedar Rapids, IA
(2003 - 2022)
- Engineered diagnostic and repair solutions for complex automotive electronic control systems
- Specialized in ECU recovery, embedded module repair, and vehicle network diagnostics
- Developed custom tooling and electronic solutions supporting advanced vehicle programming
Project Engineer / Lead Systems Engineer - Siemens ILG
(2000 - 2003)
- Led deployment of Computer-Aided Dispatch and Automatic Vehicle Location systems
- Integrated RF communications, mobile computing platforms, and SQL Server back-end systems
- Directed system validation, testing, and customer acceptance for large municipal deployments across North America
Earlier Engineering & Technical Roles - Rockwell Collins; Command Center Operations Engineering; Security & Fire Systems Engineering
- GPS Environmental & Automated Test
- Electronics Design & Repair Leadership Roles
Education
Associate of Science - Electronics
