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DARREN RAWLINS

Engineer/Manager
Tampa,FL

Summary

Results-driven Commissioning Manager with 23+ years of expertise in RF/Digital communications, Wind and Solar industries. Proven track record in project management, RF\Digital communications, and successful startup of solar farms. Strong leader with a hands-on approach and a commitment to safety and excellence. Observe and scrutinize project activities for lessons learnt opportunities and overall quality.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

COMMISSIONING MANAGER

AES
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Successfully regulated the managed startup of 2 solar farms, exceeding project deadlines
  • Coordinated and oversaw contract mandates for commissioning and testing of the solar plant
  • Cultivated a robust collaborative partnership with diverse site contractors, such as GPTech, Soltec, and Everline, in coordination with the EPC to achieve project milestones
  • Played a key role in troubleshooting communications and SCADA activities with the contractor on-site.

COMMISSIONING ENGINEER SITE LEAD

Fieldcore/GE
01.2017 - 05.2023
  • Managed and coordinated start-ups in compliance with EHS requirements, ensuring safe and successful project completion
  • Served as a technical expert for SCADA activities and commissioning, achieving optimal performance outcomes
  • Acted as the senior representative on complex projects, analyzing performance data and ensuring network fulfillment on-site.

COMMISSIONING FIELD ENGINEER ELECTRICAL TECH

Granite Services International/Fieldcore
08.2005 - 01.2017
  • Commissioned over 30 wind farms (500+ individual turbines) including SSB and GE variable pitch systems, conventional & ESS 1-3X turbines (DFIG and PMG) with the GE Power Conversion and SCADA connectivity
  • Provided commissioning support to multiple service centers
  • Educated commissioners and plant operators on the operational capabilities of the Mark VIe and Visupro control systems
  • Serviced both domestic and international projects.

ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTER

Rayheon Systems
06.2000 - 08.2005
  • Member of a six-sigma based workplace, troubleshooted, corrected and tested RF, digital and analog assemblies, sub-assemblies and systems
  • Developed, collected, and arranged test data to resolve problems
  • Prepared test reports with operational environmental test chamber activity and results
  • Performed soldering/mechanical assembly, located and documented discrepancies on systems
  • Troubleshooted mode 4 cryptographic units, mode S IFF transponders, mode 5 and chain 7 upgrades
  • Coached and mentored new employees.

Education

B.S. Electronic and Computer Engineering Technology

Tampa Technical Institute
06.2002

Skills

  • Program Implementation
  • Site Acceptance Testing
  • Safety Review
  • Start-Up Planning
  • Pre-Commissioning Activities
  • Production Problem Resolution
  • SCADA Software
  • Resource Management
  • Engineering/Project Management Experience
  • Team Development
  • Strategic Thinker
  • Troubleshooting Skills
  • Field engineering
  • Scheduling
  • Green energy principles
  • Documentation abilities
  • Integrated testing
  • Pre-commissioning activities
  • System walk-down checklists

Skills Certifications

OSHA30, SCADA, TWIC, NFPA 70E, GE ESS/Pitch/Converter, GE-Authorized Toolbox ST Mark VI & VIe controls operator, GE 1-3X Wind Turbine and Converter certified, GE 2X PMG certified, 2-3X SSC and MVSG certified, GE Zenith Controls Inc. certified, Component to module theory, diagnostic, repairs and soldering (RF, Digital, Analog) sub-assemblies, Electronic/Electrical troubleshooting, General Management Skills, Communication Skills, Leadership Skills, Project Management Skills, MS office suite

Additional Information

Always open to learn new process and driven for success.

Timeline

COMMISSIONING MANAGER

AES
06.2023 - 12.2023

COMMISSIONING ENGINEER SITE LEAD

Fieldcore/GE
01.2017 - 05.2023

COMMISSIONING FIELD ENGINEER ELECTRICAL TECH

Granite Services International/Fieldcore
08.2005 - 01.2017

ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTER

Rayheon Systems
06.2000 - 08.2005

B.S. Electronic and Computer Engineering Technology

Tampa Technical Institute

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