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David Richardson

Fairhope

Summary

Engineering Supervisor with 44 years of experience at Alabama Power Company with a proven track record in overseeing complex distribution systems for major industrial clients. Expert in safety management and team motivation, successfully led storm restoration efforts and enhanced operational efficiency through effective budgeting and customer relations. Skilled in managing inspection programs and contractor oversight.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering Supervisor

Alabama Power Company
04.2001 - 07.2025

Underground Distribution-Provided Supervision and support for engineering distribution systems for large industrial customers Airbus, Austal, Westervelt, Canfor, and Novelis.

Provided support for numerous residential subdivison, apartment complexes and commerical distribution systems.

Have working knowledge of distribution spot and grid network systems.

Overhead Distribution- Provided Supervision and support numerous conductor restring projects due to capacity issues or new substation installation, supported installation of distribution automation devices, and deteriorated copper replacement replacement.

Inspection programs- Supervised the use of inspection data for pole replacement and underground cable injection and replacement.

Joint Use programs- Supervised contractors to perform inspection and engineering make ready projects for request from communication companies to attach to APC owned poles.

Storm Restoration-Manpower Director for Mobile Division Storm Center for several hurricanes, winter storms, and numerous lesser events.



Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
05-1981

Skills

  • Team motivation
  • Customer relations
  • Budgeting
  • Safety management

Timeline

Engineering Supervisor

Alabama Power Company
04.2001 - 07.2025

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Mississippi State University