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Greater Seattle Area

Gilbert, Az

Delivered comprehensive project management for the small R&D start-up, algae research/biotechnology company. Engaged in bid package preparation, P&ID development, design value analysis, test procedure development and pump/pipe sizing and layouts, ensuring the highest levels of quality control and data accuracy in all tasks.Oversaw mechanical, electrical and general construction projects with up to 25 contractors on each project team.Received project requests, created designs, compiled bidding packages, reached out to potential contractors, evaluated incoming bids, awarded appropriate contracts and oversaw work throughout the project, including commissioning.Managed project budgets up to $400K, including an R&D laboratory construction project from the ground up in an empty warehouse shell, and worked on downstream processing, including dewatering, drying and packaging of algae.Led the construction of large raceway ponds, greenhouses, heating/cooling systems and nutrient delivery systems.Played a key role in building a plant on the 2.5-acre facility with greenhouses used in making an anti-oxidant product.Drove extensive plant upgrades and refurbishments, and converted a large greenhouse for research plant trials.Managed cost-saving initiatives by repurposing equipment and determining methods of handling projects in-house.

Gilbert, Az

Expertly developed prototype reactor systems for R&D testing purposes, strain develop and scale-up feasibility studies.Supervised the tasks and performance of one intern, training in processes and mentoring for achievement.Utilized Inventor and SolidWorks to design multi-reactor systems, including detailed drawings and bills of materials.Engaged in data collection/analysis, modifications and the design of mechanical equipment, instrumentation and controls to fabricate prototype reactor systems used to test potential scale-up models and strain development.Built systems to grow various types/strains of algae to identify potential high value products amongst millions of strains.

Gilbert, Az

Hired as one of the first employees in the company, managing field operations for a pilot scale plant to attract investors.Challenged with operating, maintaining and upgrading the pilot plant, quality control and inventory documentation.Directed the performance of 10 operators, and engaged in field operations, job safety analysis, and SOP development. Collaborated with consultants and contractors to assist in expansion buildouts as scheduled.Performed extensive laboratory testing, data collections and analysis, and engaged in research efforts. Ran downstream processing, including dewatering, drying, packaging and storage tasks.