Bradley Applegate
Brick,NJ
Summary
Results-driven Mechanical Field Engineer with a proven track record of coordinating construction activities, conducting field inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Seeking a challenging position where I can leverage my technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and project management skills to contribute to the success of engineering projects.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Field Engineer
Bechtel
02.2023 - Current
- Coordinated engineering and construction issues, providing and documenting effective solutions to ensure smooth project execution.
- Assisted construction supervision in planning construction methods and procedures, optimizing project timelines.
- Conducted thorough field inspections and assessments of mechanical systems and equipment, ensuring quality and adherence to specifications for a Nuclear facility.
- Documented and maintained logs within the work packages to ensure material traceability.
- Created field purchase requests for bulk materials, streamlining the equipment installation process.
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to safety regulations and industry standards, maintaining a safe work environment for all stakeholders.
Mechanical Field Engineer
Bechtel
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Responsible for the activities of assigned work package closure construction engineers.
- Interacted effectively with site engineering team and field staff to coordinate work that complied with design and construction documents.
- Performed final closure of work packages for disciplines including mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil.
- Meticulously reviewed work packages during the final closure stage to ensure compliance with the procedures and QA requirements.
- Trained to perform work package reviews and closure reviews for ASME III related work packages.
Lead Field Engineer
Mountain Safety and Industrial
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Evaluated project progress, costs, and schedule on a daily basis, providing timely updates to the client and ensuring transparency
- Identified change orders, documented issues, and promptly reported them to the client, facilitating effective cost management
- Managed the technical solutions for field issues, enabling the project to proceed smoothly without delays
- Conducted thorough inspections of completed work, ensuring compliance with engineering drawings and maintaining high-quality standards
- Actively engaged with craft personnel to direct workflow and proactively address issues before they arose, fostering a proactive and collaborative work environment.
Engineer II
TIC - The Industrial Company and Kiewit
08.2018 - 03.2021
- Executed precise material takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and other contract documents, facilitating accurate procurement and inventory management.
- Utilized InEight for preparing productivity reports, issues logs, and tracking quantities installed project wide.
- Interpreted drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision, providing clear guidance and fostering effective collaboration.
- Conducted quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining the percentage of completed materials, enabling accurate project tracking and reporting.
- Completed inspections on finished work, meticulously ensuring compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
Mechanical Design Engineer
RMI Laser
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Managed the design work for custom projects, successfully delivering projects according to client specifications and expectations
- Established direct and effective communication channels with clients, consistently providing design ideas and project updates throughout the process
- Planned, scheduled, and prioritized tasks, ensuring the on-time delivery of projects within company standards
- Utilized SolidWorks to design custom parts and assemblies for laser marking systems, meeting client requirements accurately
- Assembled final designs and collaborated with vendors to procure necessary services and parts, ensuring project completion within defined timelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Stevens Institute of Technology
Hoboken, NJ05.2017
Skills
- Construction coordination and planning
- Field inspections and assessments
- Compliance with safety regulations
- Project management
- Technical problem-solving
- Mechanical systems and equipment
- SolidWorks and AutoCAD
- Communication and collaboration
- Microsoft Office
- Bluebeam
- InEight
References
Available upon request
Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction (Active)
- MSHA Training (Expired)
Timeline
Mechanical Field Engineer
Bechtel
02.2023 - Current
Mechanical Field Engineer
Bechtel
09.2021 - 02.2023
Lead Field Engineer
Mountain Safety and Industrial
04.2021 - 06.2021
Engineer II
TIC - The Industrial Company and Kiewit
08.2018 - 03.2021
Mechanical Design Engineer
RMI Laser
07.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Stevens Institute of Technology