Kenneth E Meeks, PE
Missouri City,TX
Summary
To obtain a long term, exciting, and challenging senior level Electrical Engineering position, with a forward thinking firm, that will allow me to utilize skills and experience to achieve company goals and objectives.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Electrical Engineer
MEPCE
05.2024 - Current
- Led design and implementation of electrical systems for government projects.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering professional development and enhancing team capabilities.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with client specifications and regulatory standards.
- Conducted thorough analysis of system performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical designs with mechanical and plumbing systems.
- Utilized advanced CAD software for drafting detailed schematics and technical documentation.
- Evaluated new technologies, recommending upgrades to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, conducting regular audits and training sessions for team members.
- Mentored junior engineers and new hires in job-specific tasks and application of electrical processes.
- Implemented and approved design control procedures for electrical development in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
- Conducted thorough quality assurance testing on all completed projects, ensuring adherence to established codes and regulations.
- Troubleshot complex electrical issues efficiently by applying expert knowledge of circuitry and system design principles.
- Implemented new software tools that improved the accuracy of engineering calculations and project estimations significantly.
- Served as project manager and technical leader for over 70 electrical project developments.
Senior Electrical Engineer, PE
Above Group
11.2021 - 03.2024
- Served as project manager and technical leader for various electrical project developments.
- Mentored junior engineers in advanced design techniques, fostering growth and skill development within the team.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for electrical designs, facilitating seamless handover to clients and team members.
- Presented technical information clearly during meetings with clients and stakeholders, enabling informed decision-making processes.
- Designed custom power distribution systems tailored to client specifications, providing optimal performance at a reduced cost.
- Delivered reliable technical support for clients'' post-installation inquiries or concerns promptly and effectively.
- Troubleshot complex electrical issues efficiently by applying expert knowledge of circuitry and system design principles.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality electrical products, meeting industry standards.
- Mentored junior engineers and new hires in job-specific tasks and application of electrical processes.
- Prepared detailed reports on electrical systems and components for project review.
Senior Electrical Engineer, PE
Page
12.2015 - 11.2021
- Performed facility assessments of the electrical systems for Exxon Mobil sites throughout the Houston area
- Performed detailed design, modeling and analysis of normal and emergency power distribution systems.
- Provided construction administration services which included preparing observation reports on work performed by contractor, reviewing shop drawings, reviewing electrical work to verify specifications and code compliance and producing final punch lists.
- Coordinated with the Plumbing, Mechanical, Architectural, Structural, and Telecommunication/Audio Visual discipline's design.
- Diverse portfolio of work includes projects for Childcare Facilities, Schools/Universities, Office/Workplace and Healthcare.
Electrical Designer/EIT
KCI technologies/RLB
09.2013 - 12.2015
- Performed detailed design, modeling and analysis of normal and emergency power distribution systems.
- Coordinated with the Plumbing, Mechanical, Architectural, Structural, and Telecommunication/Audio Visual discipline's design.
- Recently completed the electrical design of a 40 story high rise condominium located in the downtown Houston area.
- Diverse portfolio of work includes projects for Restaurants, Tenant Improvements, Office/Workplace, Residential and Healthcare.
Electrical Designer/EIT
Lockwood Andrews & Newnam, Inc
05.2008 - 09.2013
- Designed and implemented electrical equipment, facilities and systems for industrial purposes.
- Performed electrical design calculations (i.e., low/high power distribution systems, lighting, security/fire systems, data/telecommunication systems, etc.)
- Coordinated project assignments with other discipline group.
- Reviewed design drawings, specifications, and customer requirements for newly engineered components and processes.
- Performed field energy assessments for diverse clients.
- Responsible for construction management and coordination activities associated with projects at local shipping channels.
Electrical Designer
Butterfield Electric, Inc
07.2006 - 04.2008
- Responsibilities included the design of diverse electrical documents for various clients.
- Documents included lighting and power design, load calculations, footcandle analysis and voltage drop calculations, title 24.
- Coordinated with project managers, estimators, mechanical, plumbing, civil, architects, local utilities.
- Projects include Medical Facilities, Office Buildings, Restaurants, Schools, Warehouses.
Electrical Designer
WD Partners
01.2003 - 06.2006
- Responsible for the production of engineering construction documents that accurately reflect the specific requirements of the client and specific project location.
- Coordinated with project leaders and various disciplines within project team.
AutoCAD Drafter
Electrical Design Services
07.1998 - 02.2001
- Responsibilities included producing quality AutoCAD design drawings for staff engineers and clients.
- Assisted panel shop workers with mounting, wiring, and testing control panels.
AutoCAD Drafter
Romanoff Electric
06.1997 - 12.1997
- Responsibilities included producing quality AutoCAD design drawings for staff engineers and clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical & Computer Engineering
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH12-2002
Skills
- Electrical system analysis and design
- Proficient with AutoCAD, Microstation, Revit MEP, Visual Lighting Software, Comcheck, Office Suite 2010, SKM System Analysis
- Technical writing
- Construction management
- Energy analysis (IECC, ASHRAE, Title 24)
- Short Circuit analysis
- Coordination Studies
- Voltage drop calculations
- Photometric analysis and design
- Adept in the NEC
- OSHA certified
Accomplishments
- Received B.S. degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam
- Earned my Professional Engineering License in the state of Texas and Florida.
Additional Information
- Personal interests include exercising, reading, drawing, and live music.
Timeline
Senior Electrical Engineer
MEPCE
05.2024 - Current
Senior Electrical Engineer, PE
Above Group
11.2021 - 03.2024
Senior Electrical Engineer, PE
Page
12.2015 - 11.2021
Electrical Designer/EIT
KCI technologies/RLB
09.2013 - 12.2015
Electrical Designer/EIT
Lockwood Andrews & Newnam, Inc
05.2008 - 09.2013
Electrical Designer
Butterfield Electric, Inc
07.2006 - 04.2008
Electrical Designer
WD Partners
01.2003 - 06.2006
AutoCAD Drafter
Electrical Design Services
07.1998 - 02.2001
AutoCAD Drafter
Romanoff Electric
06.1997 - 12.1997
Bachelor of Science - Electrical & Computer Engineering
Ohio State University
Portfolio
- Served as Engineer on Record for 70,000 square foot, Dallas Wings Training Facility, located in Dallas, TX.
- Prepared electrical design documents and specifications for over 30 VA projects, across 10+ states.
- Designed and developed electrical construction documents for University of Houston Science and Technology Building located in Sugar Land Texas
- Performed the electrical design for a 40 story high rise building called Market Square Tower located in downtown Houston
- Designed a site lighting layout for over 100,000 square feet of space to help improve the lighting levels for the Port of Brownsville staff during nighttime hours.
- Prepared electrical design documents and specifications for 600,000 square feet of space at Ellington Air Force Reserve Center using Revit Software.
- Performed field energy assessment for 40 buildings in Fort Bend, Tx. The end result was a comprehensive energy analysis report with detailed narratives, recommendations with energy savings dollar, the estimated cost to implement, and the simple payback in years.
- Designed construction documents and specifications for Lamar Consolidated Independent School District's new Satellite Bus Facility located in Fulshear, TX. Total square feet were 18,000
- Designed electrical construction documents in an effort to rehabilitate a bilge water treatment facility at the Galveston-Bolivar Ferry in Galveston, Texas.
- Performed a Facility Condition Assessment of the majority of District-owned/operated buildings in Abilene, Texas. This work included the assessment of over 145 facilities, totaling 2.4 million square of instructional, administrative and support space throughout the City of Abilene, Texas. The end result was an objective report with comparable facility condition data and cost estimations for backlog and future needs.
- Provided construction management services for Port of Houston's Radiation Monitor Detector installation at 6 shipping channels.