2374 Wetzel Lane, Grand Rapids, MI 49503  / Tel# (231) 323-9876 Email: tparker@text.com

 

Engineer

 

SUMMARY

 

Advanced skills as power systems engineer with the ability to support high-availability needs. Recognized for successful management of 200+ installations with perfect record of safety. Skilled in analyzing technical designs and the effective management of engineering professionals. Superb knowledge of government compliance and market trends.

 

 

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

 

 

 

EXPERIENCE

 

EPS Power, Inc., Grand Rapids, MI

1999 - Present

Engineer

Managed team of 16 engineers and five support crew. Responsible for all recruiting, hiring and training. Analyzed technical specifications for new product lines.

·         Led sales training sessions to ensure representatives understanding of  products.

·         Designed installations which were safe and reliable.

·         Eliminated costly modifications and improved installation rate by 25%.

 

Software GRID Solutions, Grand Rapids, MI

1995 - 1999

Field Engineer

Surveyed and installed power units for large institutions.

·         Developed 25-point survey to ensure  100% successful installation rate.

·         Conducted environmental tests of potential sites, including  earthquake vulnerability.

·          Simulated disaster tests to eliminate potential issues.

 

Powerproviders, Grand Rapids, MI

1992 - 1995

Field Service Engineer

Responsible for power backup systems installations. Surveyed sites and made site prep recommendations. Provided post-installation maintenance and repairs.

·         Tested loads to ensure compatability and capacity of backup devices.

·         Designed and installed backup systems to ensure production losses experienced during installations.

·        100% safety record.

·         Created detailed schematics of systems.

 

EDUCATION

 

Michigan State University

Bachelors of Science - Electrical Engineering

 

Continuing Education

 

Annual Product Update Workshops

OSHA certification

Technical Management

Co-generation Systems

 

 

AFFILIATIONS

 

IEEE Power Engineering Society, Member

Electrical Generating Systems Association, Chairman

Southeast Power Association, Advisory Board