Evan Wells
Puyallup
Summary
Developed skills in high-stakes power distribution environment, focusing on system monitoring and efficient problem-solving. Excels in maintaining operational safety and reliability, with keen understanding of electrical systems and their applications. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging these transferrable skills to drive success and innovation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Substation Engineer
Kiewit
06.2025 - Current
- Hired as Substation Engineer Intern, extended full-time return offer.
- Developed Protection and Controls training documents to reduce new hire training time by 50%.
- Verification and validation of electronic systems design and schematics for compliance with client requirements, maintaining quality of deliverables.
- Updated standard electronic schematics to integrate protection systems and interface specifications ensuring safety, reliability, and functionality throughout the substation lifecycle.
Student Trainee Electronics Engineer
Bonneville Power Administration
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Designed and tested a VHF radio operated DTMF decoder applying signal processing principles to remotely activate electronic devices to improve internal communications.
- Supported start to finish systems engineering, including research, development, cost analysis, production, and implementation, leading to accelerated and precise product delivery.
- Maintenance and load testing of flooded lead-acid battery banks, ensuring system reliability and documentation. Minimized unexpected equipment downtimes, and enhanced system reliability and safety.
- Diagnostics and troubleshooting communications equipment to reduce service interruptions and maintain consistent performance of fielded systems.
Mechanical Engineering Intern
SAFCO Steel Stud Company
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Designed and implemented a pneumatic-actuated lift table for oversized material, improved operator efficiency and increased production throughout.
- Engineered ergonomic roll former processing platforms to minimize strain injuries, supporting a safety-centered approach to hardware design.
- Created standardized roll former tooling setup documentation to reduce setup and training requirements. Improved operational consistency of the plant and manufacturing process control.
Math Tutor
Eastern Washington University
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Deliver one-on-one tutoring in advanced mathematics, physics, and engineering courses, strengthening student problem solving and analytical thinking.
- Reinforced technical concepts aligned with course materials enhancing understanding and academic performance.
- Participated in faculty aligned training to continuously improve instructional effectiveness and communication of complex concepts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University Of Washington
Tacoma, WA06-2026
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA09-2024
Skills
- Proficient in AutoCAD and SolidWorks
- Proficient in Python, C, and SystemVerilog HDL
- Circuit analysis proficiency
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Substation security
- High voltage safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Substation Engineer
Kiewit
06.2025 - Current
Student Trainee Electronics Engineer
Bonneville Power Administration
06.2024 - 05.2025
Math Tutor
Eastern Washington University
09.2023 - 06.2024
Mechanical Engineering Intern
SAFCO Steel Stud Company
03.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University Of Washington
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Eastern Washington University