Christopher Ramos Velez
Marietta
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Jr. Commissioning Engineer – Transmission P&C FS
Emerge Engineering & Wiring
01.2024 - Current
- Commission, test and maintain protective relaying, controls, and communication equipment associated with substations and transmission power lines (NERC PRC-005 Compliance).
- Complete construction projects and substation routines as assigned. Managing clearances to meet quality, schedule, and budget targets.
- Develop and share technical expertise in 3-phase power, relaying, SCADA, and substation testing techniques with others.
- Develop and use safe and efficient work practices to prevent safety and operational incidents; follow formal written requirements and conduct job briefings to identify and mitigate risks.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
Transmission Substation Integration & Automation (SIA) Engineer Co – Op
Georgia Power Company
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided engineering support for Test/Commissioning Engineers in testing SCADA points communication from the Point Assignment Sheet (RTU PAS)
- Gained knowledge working with different communication protocols, Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), and other communication devices inside the substations’ Local Area Network
- Assisted in three RTU projects by performing firmware upgrades, and RTACs conversions
- Gained exposure working inside Medium Impact Stations while following NERC CIP standards to ensure proper operation of protected cyber assets
P&C FS Test Engineer Co-Op
Georgia Power Company
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided engineering support by developing job briefings to identify and mitigate safety and operational risks
- Increased my knowledge of the transmission system, by providing support in troubleshooting calls for substation equipment in Atlanta Transmission and Maintenance area
- Assisted to developmental internal courses such as Switching 200 and Step and Touch Potential Training
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Engineer Intern
US Army Corps of Engineers
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Shadowed an Electrical Engineer overseeing constructions projects abiding the NFPA 70 of the NEC, in which I was able to learn best practices techniques
- Familiarized with construction protocols, design, electrical prints and education
- Gained hands-on experience with various engineering tools, equipment, and materials through active participation in practical workshops.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols during all stages of project development.
Ret. Sergeant
US Army
03.2010 - 03.2018
- Works collaboratively across functionally diverse teams to develop solutions to technically complex resource problems and challenges
- Supervising a group of five or more soldiers
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations, implementing agile project management style
- Previous holder of Secret Clearance
- OEF Combat Veteran
Education
Bachelor’s Degree of Science: - Electrical Engineering
University of Puerto Rico – Mayagüez Campus
Mayaguez, PRSkills
- Knowledge of 3-phase power systems, AC/DC Protection and Control Schemes
- Effective communication skills across multiple work groups, including customer, covered employees, and leadership
- Proficiency with computer programs, including MS Office, OMICRON, AcSELerator Programs
- Project Coordination
Affiliations
- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
- Project Management Institute
- Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Jr. Commissioning Engineer – Transmission P&C FS
Emerge Engineering & Wiring
01.2024 - Current
Transmission Substation Integration & Automation (SIA) Engineer Co – Op
Georgia Power Company
05.2023 - 08.2023
P&C FS Test Engineer Co-Op
Georgia Power Company
06.2022 - 12.2022
Engineer Intern
US Army Corps of Engineers
09.2017 - 12.2017
Ret. Sergeant
US Army
03.2010 - 03.2018
Bachelor’s Degree of Science: - Electrical Engineering
University of Puerto Rico – Mayagüez Campus
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