Parker Difuntorum
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Dynamic and versatile Electrical and Computer Engineer with a robust foundation in advanced systems and a proven ability to adapt across a wide range of technical challenges. Proficient in 12+ programming languages, with a passion for low-level engineering that drives innovative, high-level solutions. Equally effective in leadership and collaborative roles, consistently motivated by opportunities to apply emerging technologies to complex problems. Committed to continuous learning, technical excellence, and delivering impactful results.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Systems Engineer/Transmission Systems
PG&E
02.2022 - Current
- Coordinate with Automation, Protection, Advanced Applications, Special Protection Teams/RAS, Display Builders, Engineering drawing database admin, GIS, IT, Project Management, and third parties to facilitate successful project execution.
- 90% reduction in time to deliver newly modeled Distribution and Transmission data at jurisdictional boundaries resulting in better grid reliability through grid modernization.
- Demonstrated expertise in applying power system theory, automation and design review for solving problems related to Real-time and historical data.
- Maintain 100% situational awareness providing greater grid stability and network model accuracy through effective organizational communication and Continuous integration
- Developed custom software solutions for various business needs, resulting in improved productivity.
SCADA Integration Engineer
Ulteig
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Implementation of PLC plant controller algorithms and integration/automation of utility scale PV generation equipment.
- RIG implementation for CAISO interconnect to RCWEST SCADA modeling including engineering drawing review – DC Schematics, AC Schematics, Network Schematics, Single Lines, Meter and Relay Diagrams, to program various SEL devices for substation automation.
- Program HMI’s, PLC’s, various IED’s, characterization of various pieces of automation equipment, remote access to NERC Systems. SCADA design, programming and implementation for Tranquility PV, Hedge BESS, various Wind Farms, et.
Research Assistant Digital Design / IoT
University of Florida
08.2019 - 05.2021
- 4 patent applications two accepted, two published high impact journal authorships, passed doctoral exam
- 2+ years of experience in machine learning and AI, including deep learning, data mining, and model evaluation.
- Extensive use of Python, Java, C, C++, and CLI to build prototypes, collect/analyze data and visualize results.
- Excelled at working with multidisciplinary teams engaged in experimental design, data analysis, patent application, peer reviewed journals, and research proposals that utilize new and emerging technologies.
- Developed software tools in C and Verilog for hardware security applications
- Design and implement wireless multi-modal wearable health sensors and optimize local/cloud machine learning models
- Bluetooth LE research and analysis of novel applications for resource constrained devices
- Distributed processing, control and actuation methods of wearable health systems and HMI’s
- Mobile App Development, DSP, Deep Learning, Design, Embedded Systems, Controls, HW Security
Solutions Engineer
Intel
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Member of three development teams including a geographically dispersed international team of software and domain engineers that automated workflows for asset management and design optimization. These teams used Continuous Integration Continuous Deployment/DevOPs Agile framework for development of software tools to automate SUSE10,11,12 among many other tasks and projects.
- Build tools to continuously clean NAS resulting in more operational effectiveness for design teams and less maintenance for support teams
- Provide bug fixes for AI based job pool for compute resource allocation
- Automate workflows by scripting modules in Java, Perl, Python, Bash, Curl, HTML, Java Script, etc.
Sr Electronics System Technician
Delta Wireless
05.2010 - 05.2013
- Designed, installed and repaired complex large area communications systems including design of communications and antenna systems for hospitals, military, police, fire, schools, and commercial customers.
- Led system overhaul in FCC regulated narrowbanding project for utility companies in Western U.S.
- Commissioned VoIP, modem, router, telecommunication, multicast, simulcast, RF communications, control channel optimization
- Optimized and verified electronics systems including characterization of antenna systems, base/repeater stations, LMR mobile and portable units
- Conducted component level repairs for first responder communication systems
- Hold Electronics and R56 Installation Certifications (ETA)
Electronics Technician/Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard
08.2006 - 05.2010
- Lead and trained ten electronics technicians for lead control center support
- Unit health and morale officer leading efforts related to fitness
- Reduced RF/satellite communication downtime by 95% by working with vendors and visiting vendor locations for specialized training.
- Top Secret Security Clearance
Education
MBA - MBA
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA08.2026
Master of Science - Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Power Engineering
CSU Sacramento
Sacramento, CA12.2018
Certificate - Electrical Communications RF
FCC GROL License
Skills
- Python for automation
- Perl and shell scripting
- AI and machine learning
- Power systems analysis
- Software development
- Data management
- LAN switching technologies
- Project management
- Data modeling
- ETL development
Accomplishments
Multiple Scholarships awarded, Deans Award, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Good Conduct Medal recipient, Invention of the year award for solar tracking PV panels, Fox news reports on mobile application development for COVID detection technology.
Certification
EIT, FCC GROL
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Operations Systems Engineer/Transmission Systems
PG&E
02.2022 - Current
SCADA Integration Engineer
Ulteig
05.2021 - 01.2022
Research Assistant Digital Design / IoT
University of Florida
08.2019 - 05.2021
Solutions Engineer
Intel
05.2018 - 04.2019
Sr Electronics System Technician
Delta Wireless
05.2010 - 05.2013
Electronics Technician/Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard
08.2006 - 05.2010
MBA - MBA
University of California, Davis
Master of Science - Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Power Engineering
CSU Sacramento
Certificate - Electrical Communications RF
FCC GROL License
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