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Oak Ridge, Tn, Us

Nuclear Task Engineer responsible for High Pressure Fire Protection, Turbine Lubricating Oil, and Steam Generator Blowdown in Watts Bar Construction Completion Project for Unit 2 Nuclear facility.Develop modification packages for the aforementioned systems including valves, piping, and pipe supports.Create work packages for Unit 2 construction by overseeing and coordinating work with other engineering disciplines. Develop material requisitions for ASME, quality, and safety related components and materials.Create service requisitions to advise suppliers of replacement parts design modifications for existing equipment.Conduct constructability walk downs with field engineering and construction personnel to ensure design feasibility.

Irving, Texas, Us

Coordinated multiple engineering projects for customer ALCOA, as Project Lead to ensure on time, within budget completion. Responsibilities encompassed team and contractor oversight, project development, consultation, research, documentation, submission and approval, design, scheduling, and construction.Assist project and construction managers with technical support throughout all phases of EPCM.Reduce costs for company and customers on various projects through continuous collaboration with customers, colleagues, and contractors.Responsible for setup of equipment spare parts in Alcoa store room on multiple $1M+ projects. All parts were delivered and in stock before commissioning and start up of equipment.Logged ~3,000 on-site contractor hours incident and injury free throughout term

In charge of K-rig (4-post suspension kinematics rig). Used rig extensively to optimize suspension geometry and spring packaging. Resulting in a 15% increase in spring efficiency. Also responsible for scheduling and administrating customer testing. Responsible for all aspects of the shock program. Duties included assembly and maintenance. Conducted extensive studies and tests to find proper damping ratio for various suspension rates.Collaborated with engineers from Pratt & Miller using KNC (Kinematics and Compliance) testing to implement vehicle simulation into the General Motors truck program. Simulation was used to develop customized tire reports for the truck teams. GM sponsored trucks won Manufactures Championship consecutive years.

Managed all areas of testing and R&D. Including track testing, wind tunnel, 7-post testing, and General Motors Proving Grounds; Accountable for creating and executing test plans. Interpreted data using knowledge of vehicle dynamics and aerodynamics.Coordinated post-test results reports and held weekly meetings with key personnel within the organization to ensure successful test results were implemented within the system.Recommended improvements for multiple in house processes related to data interpretation, documentation, and team communication.

Oversaw all phases of truck preparation. From chassis building, body fabrication, chassis set up, and race track tuning.Played key role in developing Toyota racing program in inaugural season. Expedited process to bring program "up to speed" in highly competitive and fast-paced environment.

Responsible for all data acquisition systems. Including installation, maintenance, removal, and data analysis. Systems used include PI (3+, 4+, and Sigma) and RacePak. Responsible for chassis and component measurements using Romer and FARO arm coordinate measuring machines. Measurements were used to insure quality control. Assist in fabrication of cars, jigs, and fixtures as needed. Also assisted mechanics with vehicle set up.Maintain computer and internet systems.