Jarred Bruce
Norwalk,IA
Summary
I am a Project Development Engineer with versatile experience working with teams of designers and builders to accomplish projects on-time and according to cost constraints. I utilize creative and logical approaches for generating new ideas and solutions to meet company goals. Through hard work and high problem solving skills, I seek to exceed expectations and improve project performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Engineer- Project Development
MidAmerican Energy
06.2021 - Current
- Provided engineering services and technical project management support for all phases of MidAmerican’s large scale renewable generation projects including scheduling, designing, estimating, procuring, managing construction contracts, cost tracking and forecasting
- Managed the development and execution of various contracts for equipment supply, engineering procurement, construction contracts and other consultant contracts to ensure continuity with strategic development plans and company goals
- Assessed and reported on new available technologies related to energy storage solutions, nuclear energy, wind turbine blade recycling and EV charging to upper management
- Served as Project Engineer for the Electric Vehicle Charging Program that entails deploying 50 DC fast charging stations throughout the state of Iowa
- Participated in the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission permitting process for licensing a pumped storage hydropower project
- Draft applications, review studies, and attend meetings on behalf of MidAmerican for the Generator Interconnect process for Midcontinent Independent System Operator
- Lead the production of the company's first federal grant application that was awarded $38M to install 775 miles of underground fiber throughout the state of Iowa
- Managed the development and execution of generator interconnect agreements for projects within the Midcontinent Independent System Operator market including drafting applications, reviewing studies, amending existing agreements, and attending meetings on behalf of MidAmerican
- Served as Project Manager for the companies first Aircraft Detection Lighting System Project that utilizes a FAA-approved radar system to control more than 140 wind turbine warning lights across three wind farms in Iowa
- Currently serve as Project Manager for the Mitsubishi Re-power Project that entails upgrading specific turbine components to increase annual energy production, uptime, and ultimately extends the life of 50 wind turbines to reliably operate for an additional 10 years
Gas Engineer
MidAmerican Energy
12.2018 - 06.2021
- Provided engineering services for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of the company's natural gas delivery systems
- Fulfilled leadership role as project manager for transmission and distribution projects
- Fulfilled on-call supervisor role to aid in emergency situations
- Monitored and assessed compliance risks associated with operational processes and procedures
- Coordinated with internal and external resources in the completion of project evaluations, schedules, cost forecasts and tracking, project studies and surveys, and supporting acquisition of local, state, and federal permits
- Oversaw the completion of project construction with regular job site attendance to ensure adherence with company standards
Construction Laborer
GD Construction
06.2014 - 08.2018
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency
- Completed hands on carpentry tasks through building residential and commercial structures including foundations, framing, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing
- Gained experience with interpreting building plans such as architectural and engineering drawings and diagrams
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Wisconsin - Platteville
Platteville, WI12.2018
Skills
- Research and Development
- CAD Drawings
- Construction Review
- SmartSheet and MS Project
- RFI Coordination
- Renewable Energy
- Training Junior Team Members
- Telecommunications Systems
- Subcontractor Coordination
Certification
- PMP - Project Management Professional
Timeline
Senior Engineer- Project Development
MidAmerican Energy
06.2021 - Current
Gas Engineer
MidAmerican Energy
12.2018 - 06.2021
Construction Laborer
GD Construction
06.2014 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Wisconsin - Platteville