946 S. Stonehedge

Palatine, IL  60067

                                                                                                                                        Home:  (847) 358-1102

Email:  Steve.D.Briggs@gmail.com

Steven D. Briggs

Objective        To obtain a challenging position at a company where I can apply my knowledge of engineering, technical skills, teamwork, and project management to contribute to the success of the company.

Experience    

Professional

05/07-present Sears Holding Corporation                                           Hoffman Estates, IL

                        Corporate Safety Manager

Ø       Partnered with Facilities Department to manage national account for fire protection

Ø       Analyzed WC data and recommended programs to decrease expenses

Ø       Liaison to Facilities and Construction divisions to transition effective safety programs

Ø       Oversaw safety initiatives for Sears Auto Centers

Ø       Provided guidance to Regional Safety Managers to effectively communicate safety initiatives and to increase a positive safety culture

Ø       Managed fire engineering contract to ensure adequate coverage for over 2,600 facilities

Ø       Worked with the Environmental group on safety/environmental issues at locations

10/06-03/07     Product Safety Consulting                                                        Bensenville, IL

                        Project Engineer

Ø       Supported manufacturers in submitting products to UL, ETL, and CSA for evaluation

Ø       Assisted manufacturers in the design of their products

Ø       Performed all testing, including temperature, motor overload, failure analysis

Ø       Wrote reports detailing components of the products

6/98-10/06       Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.                                                Northbrook, IL

                        Sr. Project Engineer – Conformity Assessment Services

Ø       Evaluate and test the construction of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration products in accordance with UL and IEC safety standards; equipment includes water coolers, refrigerating units, household refrigerators, commercial refrigerators, compressors, and vending machines

Ø       Worked with clients on alternate construction to meet the safety requirements in accordance with the appropriate standards

Ø       Write descriptive reports detailing the critical safety construction of the products

Ø       Interact with clients on a regular basis

Ø       Traveled abroad numerous times to witness tests and assist clients to obtain the necessary certifications, trained staff in China to interpret and apply UL Standards

Education        Michigan Technological University                                             Houghton, MI

                        Bachelor’s of Science – Environmental Engineering                    1998

                        Grand Rapids Community College                                              Grand Rapids, MI

                        Associates of Science                                                               1995

Computer/

Other Skills                Microsoft Office, CAD, Lotus Notes, Power Point

References                 Available upon request