Joey Adams
Sharpsburg,USA
Summary
Dynamic Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience at Oglethorpe Power, excelling in project implementation and advanced troubleshooting. Proven track record in executing major overhauls, enhancing equipment reliability, and ensuring safety compliance. Adept at managing complex projects while fostering teamwork and maintaining high standards of QA/QC.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Engineer
Oglethorpe Power
Tucker, Georgia
12.2025 - Current
- Planning minor/major equipment outages.
- The design, selection, and installation of major new equipment and systems.
- Provide system and equipment technical expertise with predictive/preventive maintenance work orders for plants' computer maintenance management system.
- Review and monitor annual mechanical inspections at facilities.
- Review drawings, specifications, design calculations, and analysis to generate projects in development or under construction.
- Provide technical expertise with the development and execution of Capital Projects.
- Provide oversight of contractors, including engineering firms, construction, and maintenance.
- Responsible for day-to-day activities and execution of the major overhaul for a $5 M - $15M scope of supply.
- Provide daily reports, track, and modify schedules.
- QA/QC for major overhaul parts.
- Assist with turbine blade and vane refurbishment inspections.
- Planning for Division of Responsibilities for Major Overhauls.
- Ensures the proper direction and documentation of work activities for day-to-day execution of the major overhauls at the CT sites.
- Perform Engineering oversight for Gast Turbine Mechanical Outages.
Sr Power Generation Technical Inspector
Oglethorpe Power Company
Tucker, GA
07.2023 - Current
- Responsible for day-to-day activities and execution of the major overhaul for a $5 M - $15M scope of supply.
- Provide daily reports, track, and modify schedules.
- QA/QC for major overhaul parts.
- Assist with turbine blade and vane refurbishment inspections.
- Planning for Division of Responsibilities for Major Overhauls.
- Ensures the proper direction and documentation of work activities for day-to-day execution of the major overhauls at the CT sites.
- Perform Engineering oversight for Gast Turbine Mechanical Outages.
Combustion Turbine Technician
Oglethorpe Power Company
Box Springs, GA
11.2012 - 07.2023
- Performed routine inspection and maintenance on combustion turbine equipment following detailed instructions from manufacturers to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Tested electrical components of gas turbines and gas turbine generators with voltage testers, multimeters, Hi-Pot testers, and infrared testers.
- Lead remote visual inspector to perform borescope inspections identifying damage and wear on various makes and models of gas turbines, including Siemens V84.2, V84.3
- ; GE 7FA, and Mitsubishi 501.
- Diagnosed problems involving gas turbine generators and control systems. Recently identifying improperly installed generator rotor blocking before catastrophic failure, saving OPC costly repairs and loss of peak season availability.
- Assisted in disassembly and reassembly of individual gas turbines and gas turbine generators for major overhauls, hot gas paths and emergent repair work.
- Tested structures, controls, and mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, according to test procedures in coordination with engineers.
- Responsible for the starting and operation of simple cycle gas turbines for peak season dispatch.
- Replaced faulty parts on gas turbine generators as needed to maintain optimal performance levels.
- Monitored power output from each turbine daily to ensure they were operating at maximum efficiency.
- Assisted in the installation of new blades or other parts onto existing turbines as part of scheduled major maintenance.
Additional Duties
OPC
11.2012 - 07.2023
- Managed several extended contracts worth several thousands of dollars including property maintenance contract, weed control contract, administrative and janitorial contract.
- Performed as site lead on emergent major repairs, major overhauls, and generator rotor rewinds.
- Site lead for minor mechanical outages.
- Implemented changes to electric motor maintenance program at Talbot resulting in increased reliability in BOP reducing the required maintenance on electric motors and providing company savings.
Industrial Mechanic
Southern Rewind
Columbus, GA
09.2008 - 11.2012
- Troubleshot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems of industrial machinery.
- Operated newly repaired machinery and equipment to verify adequacy of repairs.
- Studied blueprints or manufacturers' manuals to determine correct installation or operation of machinery.
- Inspected and tested industrial machinery to identify malfunctions or defects.
- Maintained operating condition of industrial production and processing machinery and equipment.
- Disassembled machinery and equipment to remove parts and made repairs.
- Analyzed test results, machine error messages, and information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems.
- Repaired broken metal parts, fabricated new parts, and assembled new equipment.
- Observed and tested operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters, and other testing devices.
- Demonstrated equipment functions and features to machine operators.
- Replaced broken and malfunctioning components of machinery and equipment.
- Examined parts for defects, such as breakage, and excessive wear.
- Reassembled equipment after completion of inspections, testing, and repairs.
- Performed infrared thermography inspections and machine vibration data collection.
Mechanic/Shop Foreman
Columbus Electric Motor Service
Columbus, GA
08.2001 - 09.2008
- Received, inspected and repaired electric motors, pumps, and gear boxes.
- Oversaw shop activities and ensured efficient operation of shop procedures while meeting deadlines and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Leadership
DeVry University
Lisle, IL11-2026
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Engineering Technology Candidate
DeVry University
Downers Grove, IL01.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Technology
DeVry University
Lisle, IL12-2023
Skills
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Safety Rules Regulations
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Industry Best Practices
- Machine Setups
- Mechanical Systems
- Project implementation
- Time Management
- Repair Procedures
- Product Specifications
- Equipment Reassembly
- Project Deadlines
- QA/QC
- Mechanical Engineering
- Safety compliance
- On-site inspections
- Complex problem solver
Certification
- Vibration Analyst: Category I
- Level I Analyst with Baker Static Motor Analyzers
- Thermal/Infrared Thermography
Awards
- Life Saving Award, 2016
- Safety Star, 2016
- Spot Award, 2021
- Next Level Award, 2023
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer
Oglethorpe Power
12.2025 - Current
Sr Power Generation Technical Inspector
Oglethorpe Power Company
07.2023 - Current
Combustion Turbine Technician
Oglethorpe Power Company
11.2012 - 07.2023
Additional Duties
OPC
11.2012 - 07.2023
Industrial Mechanic
Southern Rewind
09.2008 - 11.2012
Mechanic/Shop Foreman
Columbus Electric Motor Service
08.2001 - 09.2008
MBA - Business Administration And Leadership
DeVry University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Engineering Technology Candidate
DeVry University
Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Technology
DeVry University