Alan Tounsand
Gulfport
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable individual with hands-on experience in shipboard propulsion plant machinery and engines. Talent for navigating challenges and finding effective solutions. Strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach enable tackling new tasks with confidence and drive. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Subject Matter Expert
McCullough Engineering Services
Moss Point, MS
07.2023 - Current
- Provides mechanical oversight for the repowering of NOAA ship Ronald H Brown
- Oversight includes installation and testing of main propulsion diesel generators, installation of piping, pump performance testing
- Oversaw factory performance testing of propulsion diesel generators ensuring specification requirements were met and engines performed required100% load test satisfactorily
- Oversaw installation of the engines onboard the Brown to include verification of engine to generator alignment and resilient mount heights were within manufacturers specifications
- Maintained Navy Fleet Diesel Engine Inspector certification
Senior Marine Engineer
Serco Maritime Engineering Services
Pascagoula, MS
09.2019 - 07.2023
- Holds current Navy certification as a Fleet Diesel Engine Inspector (DEI) and acts as principal advisor to PMS317 &377 LPD Program Technical PAPM, Fleet Introduction PAPM, and LPD test director on all matters relative to the safe to start operation of LPD Class diesel engines both in construction and during all post-delivery starts and/restarts after industrial availability
- Provides DEI assistance to inspect and prepare LHA ship service diesel generators for all required testing and to ensure readiness for builders and acceptance trials
- Assigned to the INSURV inspection team as diesel inspector for all acceptance and final contract trials for both PMS317 and377 ships
- Conducted inspections, assist visits and crew training in support of LPD23 PSA sea trials, LPD24, LPD25 and LPD26 builders and acceptance trials and Final Contract Trials
Senior Marine Engineer
Alion Science and Technology
Pascagoula, MS
01.2013 - 08.2019
- Holds current Navy certification as a Fleet Diesel Engine Inspector (DEI) and acts as principal advisor to PMS317 LPD Program Technical PAPM, Fleet Introduction PAPM, and LPD test director on all matters relative to the safe to start operation of LPD Class diesel engines both in construction and during all post-delivery starts and/restarts after industrial availability
- Provides DEI assistance to inspect and prepare LHA ship service diesel generators for all required testing
Generation Consultant
Parsons Brinckerhoff
Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq
02.2012 - 01.2013
- Provided consultant services to the Director General (DG)of Generation for the Kurdistan Regional Ministry of Electricity (MOE)
- These services included the review and development of proposed contracts for future power plants and maintenance services at existing plants to ensure MOE long and short-term requirements were achieved
- Developed a comprehensive tracking and reporting spread sheet to monitor existing power plants regarding heat rate, fuel usage and plant capacity ratings
Project Manager
Wood Group Power Plant Solutions
Alpharetta, GA
03.2011 - 02.2012
- Mr
- Tounsand provided project management services for Wood Group Operations and Maintenance division
- He assisted in the development of the Wood Group NERC Regulatory Standard ensuring compliance with federal regulations
- He assisted in four (4) onsite NERC CIP and non-CIP reviews, developing required gap measures ensuring compliance
- Assisted in the development of layup procedures, maintenance scheduling and in the performance of due diligence reporting at all Wood Group power plants
Facilities Manager
Wood Group Power Plant Solutions
Sulaymaniyah, Kurdistan, Iraq
05.2010 - 03.2011
- Ensured day-to-day operations and maintenance at the plant met the requirements set forth in the Annual Facility Operating Plan (AFOP)
- Developed facility budgets, annual facility operating plans, training schedules and long-range maintenance plans
- During his tenure at the plant Mr
- Tounsand maintained a site reliability percentage of99.01% and an output capacity percentage of94.7%
Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Parsons Brinckerhoff
Baghdad, Iraq
11.2007 - 05.2010
- Mechanical subject matter expert providing onsite technical management for a variety of combustion turbines throughout Iraq
- Provided in country technical expertise for mechanical, controls and operations and maintenance issues for LM6000/LM2500 gas turbine engines
- Managed and led cross-disciplinary international teams at eight power plant sites throughout Iraq providing on site operations and maintenance training, technical consultation, feasibility reports, supply management insight and support to bring the plants up to industry standards
Project Manager
Wamar International Inc.
Amman, Jordan
11.2006 - 11.2007
- Provided project management services for Wamar's power division
- He was responsible for the development of project plans, schedules, and budgets for a variety of power projects throughout the Middle East
- During this time, he managed and led cross-disciplinary international teams in the performance of combustion inspections, hot gas path inspection, and major overhauls on Frame9 and Frame5 gas turbine engines
- All projects under his cognizance were completed on time and under budget
Project Manager
NES Americas
Baghdad, Iraq
01.2006 - 11.2006
- Provided project management services for the PB/Worley Parsons consortium in Baghdad Iraq supporting the US Army Corps of Engineers "Restore Iraqi Electricity" program
- Directed and executed a $75M US-Iraqi Power Alliance Operations and Maintenance Program contract from Baghdad, Iraq
- Program was instrumental in raising the Iraq total power output from3850MWs to approximately4500MWs and plant reliability increased approximately17% in the first year
- Provided onsite technical management for a variety of combustion turbines and diesel power plants throughout Iraq
United States Navy
02.1978 - 07.1999
- Attained the rank of Master Chief Engineman and certified as both a “Fleet Diesel Engine Inspector” and “Master Training Specialist.” Obtained “Engineering Officer of the Watch” certification on both main propulsion diesel engine and gas turbine propelled ships
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI04-1997
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Strong analytical skills
- Creative solutions
- Program evaluation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Team leadership
- Training development
- Equipment test plan development
- Experience in leadership
- Multitasking Abilities
- Effective communication
Timeline
Mechanical Subject Matter Expert
McCullough Engineering Services
07.2023 - Current
Senior Marine Engineer
Serco Maritime Engineering Services
09.2019 - 07.2023
Senior Marine Engineer
Alion Science and Technology
01.2013 - 08.2019
Generation Consultant
Parsons Brinckerhoff
02.2012 - 01.2013
Project Manager
Wood Group Power Plant Solutions
03.2011 - 02.2012
Facilities Manager
Wood Group Power Plant Solutions
05.2010 - 03.2011
Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Parsons Brinckerhoff
11.2007 - 05.2010
Project Manager
Wamar International Inc.
11.2006 - 11.2007
Project Manager
NES Americas
01.2006 - 11.2006
United States Navy
02.1978 - 07.1999
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Roger Williams University