Karina Cátala Rivera
Toa Alta
Summary
Motivated student pursuing degree in electrical engineering and pursuing real-world experience as Electrical Engineer Intern with leading-edge company. Willing to learn and take on any task to help the team. Reliable, dedicated team player with a hardworking approach, superior work ethic, good teamwork and organizational skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Deya Elevator Services Inc
09.2023 - Current
- I assist the supervisor of the Dept. by visiting the project to fill out the data survey, request quotes and places purchase orders for the modernization department.
- Supported company growth by identifying new suppliers and expanding the vendor base.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
Elevator Technician
Deya Elevator Services Inc
07.2019 - 09.2023
- Wiring control panels and electric motors.
- Adjust mechanical parts of the elevator after a modernization.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Effectively managed inventory of tools and replacement parts, ensuring availability for emergency repairs when needed.
- Completed thorough tests of installed systems to verify safety systems and correct operation.
Purchase Assistant
Deya Elevator Services Inc
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Data Entry, receive and deliver material order from the Technician personnel, replace stock, use GreatPlains for the orders, ect
- Monitored inventory levels closely, maintaining optimal stock levels to support business operations.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Monitored incoming orders and tracked progress to meet deadlines.
Intern
Deya Elevator Services Inc
12.2017 - 02.2018
- Troubleshooting, testing and repair: Elevators boards, VFD Drives, power supply.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Reaserch Student
University of Puerto Rico
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Undergraduate research – In the Electronic Department
- Characterizing sensors
- Simple movement program for the Nexus Robot.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and improve overall teaching effectiveness in the department.
- Strengthened connections between theory and real-world application by inviting guest speakers from relevant industries into the classroom.
Student Volunteer
University of Puerto Rico
01.2016 - 02.2016
- Complex of science and technology edifice, at the PLC classroom B314
- Cable detection of “CAT 6”
- Extraction and rearrangement of cables.
Work Study Student
University of Puerto Rico Bayamón
08.2014 - 11.2014
- Work & Study– In the “Departamento de educación continua y estudios profesionales” (DECEP)
- Provided orientation about the courses offered by phone or in person.
- Correspondence, usually search and/or deliver document.
- Provided administrative support to staff members, improving office efficiency and organization.
- Completed various data entry tasks accurately and efficiently, contributing to overall office productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
Hato ReyBachelor of Science - Electronics Engineering Technology
University of Puerto Rico
Bayamon07.2019
Associate of Science - Automation, Instrumentation, and Control System Technology
University of Puerto Rico
Bayamon07.2019
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
- Departmental Support
- Data Organization
- Verbal and reading English comprehension
- Digital multimeter, oscilloscope, Power Supply (DC), AC generator and Huntron tracker 2000
- Fujikura Fusion Splicer 70s comprehension
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Deya Elevator Services Inc
09.2023 - Current
Elevator Technician
Deya Elevator Services Inc
07.2019 - 09.2023
Purchase Assistant
Deya Elevator Services Inc
03.2018 - 07.2019
Intern
Deya Elevator Services Inc
12.2017 - 02.2018
Reaserch Student
University of Puerto Rico
11.2016 - 05.2017
Student Volunteer
University of Puerto Rico
01.2016 - 02.2016
Work Study Student
University of Puerto Rico Bayamón
08.2014 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
Bachelor of Science - Electronics Engineering Technology
University of Puerto Rico
Associate of Science - Automation, Instrumentation, and Control System Technology
University of Puerto Rico
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