George Alaniz
Lead Mechanical Cx Engineer at Apollo Mission Critical Engineering (ApolloMCE)- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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LEED Green Associate
USGBC National Capital RegionJan, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
NFPA 70E
OSHA Education CenterJan, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
OSHA 30-Hour
OSHA Education CenterJan, 2023- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Apollo Mission Critical Engineering (ApolloMCE)
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United States
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Mechanical Cx Engineer
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Sep 2023 - Present
In my capacity as the Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer at Apollo Mission Critical Engineering, I spearhead the commissioning of state-of-the-art data centers, ensuring their optimum performance, safety, and reliability.Key Responsibilities & Achievements:Comprehensive Oversight: Lead a dedicated team of commissioning engineers and technicians to commission complex mechanical systems vital for the smooth operation of modern data centers.Building Management Systems (BMS): Commission and calibrate BMS to optimize energy usage, ensuring that data centers operate efficiently and sustainably.Air Handling Units (AHU) & HVAC: Oversee the setup and verification of AHUs and comprehensive HVAC systems, confirming their integration with the overarching mechanical infrastructure.Exhaust Fans Management: Ensure the effective operation of exhaust fans, facilitating optimal air quality and circulation within the facility.Systematic Validation: Implement rigorous testing protocols for all mechanical systems, ensuring they meet industry standards and company benchmarks.Collaboration & Consultation: Work with cross-functional teams, including electrical Cx engineers, vendors, and contractors, guaranteeing cohesive efforts and timely project completion.Continuous Learning & Improvement: Stay ahead of the latest trends and innovations in data center commissioning, regularly attending seminars and workshops to enhance the quality of our work. Show less
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Mechanical Cx Engineer
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Jul 2023 - Present
In my current role as a Mechanical Commissioning Engineer, I specialize in the commissioning of mission critical data centers, ensuring that these crucial infrastructures are functioning optimally and efficiently.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:Building Management Systems (BMS) Commissioning: Performed operational validation of BMS systems to optimize data center performance. Regularly collaborated with technical teams to identify system inefficiencies and implement corrective actions.Air Handling Units (AHU) & Exhaust Fans: Commissioned AHUs and Exhaust Fans, ensuring their performance meets the required parameters for temperature and air quality control within the data centers.HVAC Systems Commissioning: Supervised the complete commissioning process of HVAC systems. This involved rigorous testing, performance verification, and ensuring the systems met the environmental needs of advanced data storage equipment.Integrated System Testing: Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration between mechanical systems and electrical systems of the data center. This ensured a unified, high-performance output from the facility.Continuous Improvement: Regularly reviewed and updated commissioning protocols based on emerging technologies and best practices in the field of data center operations.Documentation & Reporting: Maintained comprehensive records of all commissioning processes and routinely provided detailed reports on system performance and recommendations for further optimization. Show less
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Underdog Leads
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United States
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Advertising Services
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Founder
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2020 - Jul 2023
In my experience as the owner of Underdog Leads, a dedicated digital marketing company, I undertook a plethora of responsibilities essential for business growth and client success. My primary duties encompassed: Project Management: Seamlessly orchestrated multiple projects concurrently, ensuring each met our high-quality standards. Central to this endeavor was my oversight of multiple contractors, whom I managed to ensure work was completed to our rigorous standards, maintaining the company's commitment to excellence. Client Relationship Management: Built and nurtured strong, productive relationships with diverse clientele, fostering open communication and trust. This hands-on approach facilitated the alignment of our strategies with clients' business goals and vision. Website Root Analysis: Delved deep into the intricacies of client websites to discern underlying factors inhibiting their SEO rankings. By methodically identifying and rectifying these issues, I enhanced website visibility and organic reach. Customer Satisfaction: At the core of our operations was an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. Adopted a solutions-driven approach to address client concerns, ensuring that their expectations were not only met but often surpassed. Show less
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Rubicon Technical Services - RTS
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United States
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Facilities Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Mechanical Cx Engineer
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Apr 2019 - Oct 2020
In my previous role as a Mechanical Commissioning Engineer, I specialized in commissioning data centers, ensuring that each facility operates at peak efficiency and meets all necessary standards. With a keen understanding of the intricacies involved in the mechanical systems of data centers, I take pride in my ability to oversee, evaluate, and optimize a range of equipment to ensure reliability and robustness in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. Key Responsibilities: Performed commissioning of mechanical systems within data centers, emphasizing optimal performance and adherence to global standards such as ASHRAE. Commission and evaluate advanced Building Management Systems (BMS) to ensure seamless integration and efficient operations. Oversee the functioning of Air Handling Units (AHU), guaranteeing the maintenance of optimum environmental conditions within the data center facilities. Commission Exhaust Fans and various HVAC systems, ensuring consistent air circulation, temperature regulation, and maintaining a safe and conducive environment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical Cx engineers, HVAC specialists, and construction managers, to ensure a quality commissioning result is achieved. Show less
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AMSEC LLC, A Subsidiary of Huntington Ingalls Industries
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United States
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Defense & Space
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400 - 500 Employee
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Test Engineer
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Mar 2018 - Apr 2019
At AMSEC, I held a pivotal role as a Mechanical Test Engineer with a specific focus on the mechanical systems for the nuclear plant within a shipyard setting. My responsibilities encompassed a broad spectrum of activities, ensuring the seamless functioning and safety of critical mechanical systems. Key Responsibilities & Achievements: Oversight of Operations: Supervised the daily operations of various mechanical systems to ascertain their optimal performance and to preempt potential issues. Maintenance Monitoring: Actively collaborated with the maintenance team, ensuring that all systems received timely and appropriate care, thereby upholding their longevity and efficiency. Safety and Quality Assurance: Vigilantly ensured that all procedures and operations were in strict adherence to safety protocols and quality standards, minimizing risks and maximizing efficiency. Equipment Expertise: Regularly conducted comprehensive assessments on an array of pivotal equipment, including but not limited to: Turbine Generators: Ensured the smooth operation of these power generation units, safeguarding against potential outages or malfunctions. Distilling Units: Oversaw the purification processes, guaranteeing that they met requisite quality benchmarks. Steam-Driven Pumps: Monitored these vital components, ensuring they maintained appropriate pressure levels and operated without hitches. Main Engine: Ensured the heart of the shipyard operated at peak efficiency, coordinating routine checks and maintenance activities. High-Pressure Air Compressors: Provided oversight to ascertain they maintained the necessary pressure levels, supporting various shipyard functions effectively. Show less
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US Navy
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Nuclear Machinist Mate
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Jun 2013 - Mar 2018
In my role as a Nuclear Machinist Mate aboard the CVN-75, Harry S. Truman, I played a pivotal role in safeguarding the operational integrity of the ship's nuclear plant. My responsibilities encompassed a broad range of tasks vital to the ship's functionality and safety. Operations and Maintenance: Routinely performed meticulous operations and preventative maintenance on integral mechanical systems of the nuclear plant, ensuring they functioned at peak efficiency and met all safety standards. Casualty Response: In instances of mechanical malfunctions or disruptions, I was entrusted with swiftly and adeptly executing casualty response measures, mitigating potential risks, and ensuring the safety of the crew and the vessel. Watch Stations Qualification: Demonstrated a deep understanding and expertise in the ship's mechanical systems by qualifying for multiple watch stations. This qualification process required an in-depth knowledge of various systems and the ability to operate them under various conditions. Equipment Operation: Regularly operated a diverse array of mechanical equipment pivotal to the ship's functionality. This included, but was not limited to: Turbine Generators: Played a critical role in power generation for the ship. Distilling Units: Vital for the desalination process, providing fresh water. Steam-Driven Pumps: Essential for the movement of various fluids throughout the plant. Main Engine: At the heart of the ship's propulsion system, I ensured its optimal operation. High-Pressure Air Compressors: Crucial for various shipboard operations. Show less
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Education
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2023 - 2024
Excelsior University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Nuclear Engineering Technology -
2014 - 2014
Nuclear Protype - NNPTU Ballston Spa
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2013 - 2013
Nuclear Power School - Naval Nuclear Power Training Command (NNPTC)
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