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DUANE DICKINSON

Morganton,NC

Summary

Dynamic Electrical Commissioning Engineer with proven leadership at Bureau Veritas, adept at developing testing protocols and conducting thorough inspections. A skilled problem solver with expertise in electronic troubleshooting and a strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring compliance and optimal system performance in high-stakes environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrical Commissioning Engineer-Lead

Bureau Veritas Primary Integration
McLean, Virginia
06.2024 - Current
  • Led commissioning of 172 MW multi-building project as lead electrical engineer.
  • Developed and implemented testing protocols for system performance verification.
  • Conducted thorough inspections to identify potential issues during installations.
  • Collaborated with project teams to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Prepared detailed documentation of commissioning results and system specifications.
  • Reviewed equipment design submittals and operation manuals for commissioning plans.
  • Analyzed data for root cause analysis of issues encountered during commissioning.
  • Trained junior engineers on commissioning processes and safety procedures.

Industrial Maintenance Technician II

Robert Bosch Tool
Lincolnton, NC
05.2022 - 05.2024
  • Performed preventive maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment.
  • Identified mechanical & Electrical issues through visual inspection and testing of components.
  • Troubleshooted electrical control systems using schematics and other diagnostic tools.
  • Installed new production machines in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
  • Corrected hydraulic system malfunctions by adjusting pressure settings and flow rates.
  • Completed documentation of maintenance activities as required by company policy.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and standards.
  • Inspected moving parts for wear or damage on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns.
  • Replaced worn-out belts, chains, sprockets, gears, bearings and other components.
  • Conducted tests on repaired machines to ensure proper operation before returning them to service.
  • Provided technical support for troubleshooting problems related to industrial equipment.
  • Maintained records of all work performed in the form of written reports or computer logs.

Maintenance Supervisor

GKN Automotive
Maiden, NC
03.2020 - 05.2022
  • Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
  • Read blueprints and specifications to determine best methods to approach maintenance projects.
  • Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
  • Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality.

Field Service Technician

Mid Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center, MARMC
Norfolk, VA
07.2016 - 02.2020
  • Provided 24-hour on call distance and onboard technical support for deployed and Norfolk VA based submarines
  • Submarine Leading Chief, Mid Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC), Norfolk, Supervised, Trained, and Mentored team of 12 technicians specialized in Submarine troubleshooting and quality maintenance repairs
  • Maintained and Coordinated administrative accounatability for all assigned personel.

Electronics Leading

USS Texas
Pearl Harbor, HI
02.2014 - 05.2016
  • Supervised, Trained, and Mentored team of 7 technicians in Virginia Class Submarine maintenance, repair, operations and navigation
  • Administered the command drug testing program of 154 military in accordance with the Navy Drug testing program

Navigation Electronics Leading Petty Officer

USS Houston, Pearl Harbor HI
Agana, GU
02.2011 - 01.2014
  • Developed and supervised the scheduling and execution of all preventive maintenance procedures to maintain equipment readiness ensuring equipment readiness
  • Conducted in depth trouble shooting procedure writing to identify, isolate and repair degraded equipment.

Submarine Outside Electrical Repair Technician

Norfolk Naval Shipyard Ship Repair Facility
, Norfolk
12.2006 - 01.2011
  • Conducted extensive cable troubleshooting and repair for all Atlantic fleet submarines in accordance with provided procedures
  • This included quality assurance maintenance procedures and maintaining all objective quality evidence of completed work.

Regional NCOIC

US Navy
Kandahar, Afghanistan
05.2008 - 02.2009

Supervised the distribution, installation, Maintenance and repair of the Afghanistan National Police VHF and UHF communication equipment across the southern region of Afghanistan.

Site NCIOIC

Task Force Odin
Baghdad, Iraq
07.2007 - 03.2008
  • Managed $2.5 million of vital communication assets
  • Supervised a 24 hour technical team to provide constant surveillance support to war fighting asset.

Education

Submarine Electronics Maintenance -

Naval Submarine School
Groton, CT
10.2006

Submarine Electronics Operators -

Naval Submarine School
Groton, CT
03.2001

Skills

  • Leader/Manager
  • Motivated/Motivator
  • Skilled Coordinator
  • Strong Technical Writer
  • Electronic troubleshooting
  • Electrical Safety
  • Problem Solver
  • Analytically Minded
  • Veteran Troubleshooter
  • Team Focused
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Tools and Equipment Maintenance
  • Corrective Action Implementation
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Skilled Maintenance and Repair
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (Military)
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Advanced troubleshooting

References

REFERENCES

Steve Quackenbush (704) 718-6513 Mechanical Project Lead at Corning Optical Communications

Eric Villanueva (252) 207-7538 Maintenance Coordinator at BOSCH

Scott Tedford (912) 322-6710 CX Engineer at CPG

Jim Paul (860) 336-7350 NAVSEA Technical Advisor

Timeline

Electrical Commissioning Engineer-Lead

Bureau Veritas Primary Integration
06.2024 - Current

Industrial Maintenance Technician II

Robert Bosch Tool
05.2022 - 05.2024

Maintenance Supervisor

GKN Automotive
03.2020 - 05.2022

Field Service Technician

Mid Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center, MARMC
07.2016 - 02.2020

Electronics Leading

USS Texas
02.2014 - 05.2016

Navigation Electronics Leading Petty Officer

USS Houston, Pearl Harbor HI
02.2011 - 01.2014

Regional NCOIC

US Navy
05.2008 - 02.2009

Site NCIOIC

Task Force Odin
07.2007 - 03.2008

Submarine Outside Electrical Repair Technician

Norfolk Naval Shipyard Ship Repair Facility
12.2006 - 01.2011

Submarine Electronics Maintenance -

Naval Submarine School

Submarine Electronics Operators -

Naval Submarine School
DUANE DICKINSON