Results-driven Supervisory Mechanical Professional Engineer (PE) specializing in asset management, maintenance optimization, and vessel oversight. Proven success in leading multi-million-dollar federal projects while effectively supervising diverse technical teams. Expertise in executing strategic life cycle planning to enhance operational reliability for both floating and land-based plants. Committed to delivering innovative solutions that drive efficiency and performance across engineering operations.
Work History
Chief of Asset Management / Supervisory Mechanical Engineer
7 Years 7 Months
USACE | 11.2018 - Current
Leadership: Supervises 23+ STEM and maintenance personnel (GS-12 to WG-4). Manages all branch budgeting, performance planning, and technical training.
Asset & Maintenance Management: Serves as district expert for the Plant Replacement & Improvement Program (PRIP) and ISO 55001. Overhauled hierarchies, maintenance programs in FEM, leading SAD Floating Plant PDT, member of DFOB PDT 2, POC for all OCA updates, PI/PA reviewer, & CEFMS Op Management Rep.
Technical & Vessel Oversight: Directs design development for floating/land plants and facilities. Performs shipyard analysis review, critical lift evaluations, oversee in-house shipyard contract development, established district-wide Arc Flash, lubrication, safety champion, and taught PROSPECT 412 Lubrication of Mechanical Equipment since 2020.
40 hours/wk
Conducted feasibility studies and analysis for new projects and designs.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance project outcomes and efficiency.
Developed maintenance schedules and protocols for mechanical equipment reliability.
Oversaw project timelines, ensuring timely completion of engineering tasks.
Mentored junior engineers, fostering skill development and professional growth.
Implemented process improvements that reduced operational costs and increased productivity.
Senior Plant Inspector / COR
3 Years 5 Months
USACE | 04.2015 - 09.2018
Asset & Maintenance Management: Managed 10+ annual service and construction contracts ($1M+). Designed a 50-year replacement schedule for Memphis District assets and upgraded vessel thrusters to minimize operational downtime.
Leadership & Contracts: Consolidated 100+ procurement requirements into a single multi-year contract to maximize efficiency. Represented MVM on the Division Fleet & Equipment Board to secure PRIP funding.
Technical & Vessel Oversight: Served as Load Handling Equipment Technical Representative. Executed Naval Architectural Analysis reviews and led Energy Savings Performance Contracts.
40 hours/wk
COR / Project Engineer
5 Years 8 Months
USACE | 08.2009 - 04.2015
Project Leadership: Managed 6 concurrent, multi-million-dollar construction contracts valued at over $63 million (representing 67% of the total office workload).
Operations & Closeout: Served as WAO Closeout Manager, successfully finalizing 35 outstanding contracts within 100 days. Deployed as FEMA Emergency Power Mission Liaison to coordinate disaster responses.
40 hours/wk
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Arkansas State University | Jonesboro, AR | 01-2009
Bachelor of Science in Engineering 2009
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering 2009
Completed 24 credit hours of MBA-level coursework for COR/DAWIA requirements 2010
Awarded Distinguished Graduating Senior
Certified Energy Manager
Association of Energy Engineers | Atlanta, GA | 01-2018
Skills
Microsoft Excel
Project management
Maintenance planning
Risk management
Troubleshooting
Failure analysis
Continuous improvement
Scheduling
Complex problem solver
Risk assessment
FEA and failure analysis
Data analysis
Root-cause analysis
Six sigma methodologies
Energy management
Timeline
Chief of Asset Management / Supervisory Mechanical Engineer