Experience

Dynapower

• United States
• Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Service Supervisor / Energy Storage Field Engineer

  • Sep 2015 - Present

  Perform production and developmental testing on four-quadrant bi-directional energy storage inverters of various sizes and identify areas for product improvement. Assist in UL, IEEE, and FCC certification testing for new production microgrid and energy storage systems. Operate globally to Integrate cutting edge power electronics to various storage and control components to meet customer demands and system expectations. Troubleshoot and diagnose single and 3 phase power electronic systems to subcomponent level issues. Replace components as needed using single line diagrams and electronic testing equipment such as; DVM, Current probes, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum analyzers, Power quality analyzers, etc. Perform and coordinate installation of new inverters and support integration with customer controls, DC Battery and PV sources, and AC Grid and Critical Load feeds. Coordinate with high profile customers to perform a multitude of services to include; system upgrades, preventative and corrective maintenance, national certification documentation, and simple curtesy calls. Perform customer and vendor training in house or in field on Dynapower energy storage systems. Support Dynapower with technical support in the factory test department when locally available. Show less



Collicutt Energy Services

• Canada
• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Level 3 Lead Critical Power Technician

  • Jun 2014 - Aug 2015

  Performed preventative and corrective maintenance on generators, automatic transfer switches, switchgears, battery back-up equipment, and flywheel back-up systems. Wrote power quality reports and load analyses for data centers and telecommunication sites. Performed failure analysis investigations and provided reports. Troubleshot critical power systems to board-specific levels and removed and replaced failed components. Performed emissions testing and adjustments for air quality requirements. Conducted customer training (classroom and field) on products and operational procedures. Trained technicians on critical power systems, related components, and documentation. Show less



Bay City Electric Works

• United States
• Electric Power Generation
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Level 3 Lead Field Engineer / Field Supervisor

  • Apr 2011 - Jun 2014

  Performed on the job training with new employees on generator controls, maintenance, corrective repairs, troubleshooting, UPS systems and major components, and generator start-ups. Performed quarterly and annual services on various UPS systems. Test, remove, and replace Jars, Capacitors, Fans and other components as required. Commission critical power systems and paralleling switch gear un-supervised around the world. Compile a full service write-up on PM services conducted to include all required corrective maintenance needed. Show less

• Level 3 Lead Field Technician

  • Oct 2009 - Apr 2011

  Performed start-ups on small residential units to >2 Megawatt NFPA certified units. Trained customers on proper operation and maintenance of their generators, automatic transfer switches and some UPS systems. Research, remove and replaced generator controls to more modern and reliable systems. Installed and troubleshot generator remote monitoring systems and interfaced these systems with customer supplied Program Logic Controllers, ICS's, and SCADA systems. Performed warranty claims and manufactures inspections on various critical power products. Dispatched technician to after-hours trouble calls. Show less

• Generator Field Service Technician

  • Sep 2005 - Oct 2009

  Diagnosed, troubleshot, overhauled, and repaired generator sets and automatic transfer switches. Performed initial start-ups on new units and re-powered units. Made custom wiring harnesses for generator set controllers and engine control units. Trained co-workers on preventive maintenance, overhauls, and repairs. Oriented and trained customers on generator products and use. Quoted repairs and upgrading of equipment to modern controllers/governors in order to meet current EPA standards. Researched and ordered required parts ranging from standard preventative maintenance to complete unit overhauls. Show less



Valley Power Systems, Inc

• Generator Technician, Fire Truck Technician, Overhaul Technician, Assistant Foreman

  • Aug 2004 - Sep 2005

  Trained new employees on various engines and control systems. Managed shop, production, and employees when foreman was away. Interfaced directly with the customers. Maintained and overhauled Detroit Diesel engines and other manufacturers. Serviced and maintained fire trucks and apparatuses in the field and in the shop. Repaired and rewired controls of fire trucks to upgrade systems. Trained new employees on various engines and control systems. Managed shop, production, and employees when foreman was away. Interfaced directly with the customers. Maintained and overhauled Detroit Diesel engines and other manufacturers. Serviced and maintained fire trucks and apparatuses in the field and in the shop. Repaired and rewired controls of fire trucks to upgrade systems.



US Navy

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Leading Petty Officer

  • Dec 1996 - Jul 2004

  Responsible for twelve subordinate personnel and the performance of their duties on one U.S. Navy Attack Submarine and one Trident Nuclear Ballistic Missile Submarine . Directly responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Combat Control Electronic Systems. Maintained the security watch bill and damage control efforts in an in port duty sections status. Received command advance to First Class Petty Officer. Completed the Ship Board Security Engagement Tactics Training School and served on the Fast Reaction Security Force. Attended community functions to represent the Show less



Caterpillar Inc.

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Fabricator, Mechanic

  • Feb 1994 - Aug 1996

  Worked as a welder, machinist, and diesel mechanic for heavy equipment components and repair parts. Worked as a welder, machinist, and diesel mechanic for heavy equipment components and repair parts.