Jacob Russell
Johnson City,TN
Summary
Disciplined controls and electrical engineer with extensive experience in managing capital projects and system upgrades in heavy industrial utility sectors. Expertise in utilizing the Ovation and Rockwell Automation platforms to enhance infrastructure uptime and reliability. Combines technical proficiency with operational resilience to oversee critical infrastructure in high-pressure environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Controls Engineer
Eastman Chemical Company
Kingsport, TN
05.2025 - Current
- Engineer and execute multi-phase capital projects for industrial utilities division.
- Oversee ongoing infrastructure modernization and preventive maintenance to maximize uptime.
- Collaborate with operations and plant maintenance teams to troubleshoot technical issues effectively.
- Execute comprehensive system upgrades to enhance operational efficiency across distribution networks.
Control Engineer
TPI Corporation
Gray, TN
02.2023 - 05.2025
- Utilized AutoCAD to meticulously draft panel schematics, adhering to project specifications.
- Proficiently programmed PLCs using Rockwell Automation software, implementing control algorithms to optimize system performance.
- Conducted comprehensive testing and validation procedures to confirm system functionality and performance.
Robotics Research
VTEC
Johnson City, TN
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Developed an Underwater ROV that can provide and aid maintenance of offshore structures and renewable energy resources.
- Judged and competed in regional and international MATE robotics competitions.
Cavalry Scout
U.S. Army
04.2018 - 09.2021
- Operated as a platoon communications representative and ensured mission readiness by employing encryption and maintaining radios, DAGRs, and JBC-P systems.
- Conducted numerous reconnaissance missions utilizing small unmanned aircraft systems (SUAS).
Wire Harness Specialist
GML Industries, LLC
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Designed and manufactured a variety of different wire harnesses that were installed into customers vehicles.
- Facilitated multi component electrical projects to further improve and maintain high quality products.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Milligan University
Elizabethton, TN05.2025
Skills
- AutoCAD certification
- Control platform expertise
- Project management lifecycle
- Facility system coordination
- Infrastructure modernization
Timeline
Controls Engineer
Eastman Chemical Company
05.2025 - Current
Control Engineer
TPI Corporation
02.2023 - 05.2025
Robotics Research
VTEC
03.2022 - 02.2023
Cavalry Scout
U.S. Army
04.2018 - 09.2021
Wire Harness Specialist
GML Industries, LLC
07.2017 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Milligan University