Rob Duke

Available to hire

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Technical Writer, Head of Paint Department at Accelera by Cummins / Kelly
July 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Authored PFMEAs and SOPs for hydrogen-powered systems including FCPM G3+ auto stacker, RH2 FCPP train engine, Hylyzer generator, and FCC unit. Completed RH2 FCPP prototype in 2 months with zero build issues. Led paint department procurement and trained 10+ technicians in SOP-based refinishing. Refinished 50 FCC units over 9 months, contributing to ramp-up from 1 to 3 systems weekly. Executed final rework within 10 hours before shipment to meet delivery targets.
Autobody Repair Technician / Trainer / Prepper at Various Employers
January 1, 2020 - September 15, 2025
Delivered OEM-standard structural and cosmetic repairs. Mentored apprentices and improved workflow efficiency. Specialized in sectioning, frame straightening, plastic repair, dent repair, welding, electrical diagnostics, HVAC system removal and installation, airbag system R&I, window and glass R&I, and paint systems to OEM standards.
Boeing Composite Technician / Advanced Composite Structures at Bristol Aerospace / Advanced Composite Structures/ Boeing Composite Technician
January 1, 2008 - September 15, 2025
Repaired helicopter spinners to aerospace standards using fiberglass layup techniques, and verified heater wire faults. Fabricated (cut, layup, bagging procedures) airplane and helicopter components and parts using pre impregnated carbon fibre and honeycomb core.
Technical Writer, Head of Paint Department at Accelera by Cummins / Kelly
July 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Authored PFMEAs and SOPs for hydrogen-powered systems; led paint department procurement; trained 10+ technicians in SOP-based refinishing; refinished 50 FCC units in 9 months; ensured on-time final rework before shipment.
Autobody Repair Technician / Trainer / Prepper at Various Employers
January 1, 2020 - September 15, 2025
Delivered OEM-standard structural and cosmetic repairs; mentored apprentices; improved workflow efficiency; specialized in sectioning, frame straightening, plastic repair, dent repair, welding, electrical diagnostics, HVAC removal/install, airbag system removal & installation, window and glass removal/installation, and paint systems to OEM standards.
Boeing Composite Technician at Bristol Aerospace / Advanced Composite Structures
January 1, 2008 - September 15, 2025
Repaired helicopter spinners to aerospace standards using fiberglass layup techniques; verified heater wire faults; fabricated airplane/helicopter components using prepreg carbon fibre and honeycomb core.

Education

Sound Engineering Courses (Online) at Online
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Mohawk College Mechanical Engineering Technologist Diploma (In Progress) at Mohawk College
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
Red Seal Certification – Autobody Repair & Refinishing at Red River College
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013
Aerospace Manufacturing Technician Certificate at Aerospace Manufacturing Training Institute
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
Mechanical Engineering Technologist Diploma at Mohawk College
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
Red Seal Certification – Autobody Repair & Refinishing at Red River College
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013
Aerospace Manufacturing Technician Certificate at Red River College
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
Sound Engineering Courses (Online) at Online
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Red Seal Certification – Autobody Repair & Refinishing
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013
Aerospace Manufacturing Technician
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
WHMIS & Health & Safety Training
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
Sound Engineering – Year 1
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
Mechanical Technologist – Year 2
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
Red Seal Certification – Autobody Repair & Refinishing
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013
Aerospace Manufacturing Technician Certificate
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
WHMIS & Health & Safety Training
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Energy & Utilities, Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics, Other, Education