Matthew Powe
Kiln,Com
Summary
Well-versed Engineer in several engineering disciplines through school and work experience, including oil and gas, construction engineering and management, as well as 10 years of Power Delivery experience with Georgia Power, Gulf Power, and Mississippi Power. Worked individually and on teams to develop and implement projects. This included developing detailed and accurate project scopes, estimation/budgets, risk analysis, scheduling, and a project closure plan. Worked on teams and individually to advance distribution control centers through the implementation of new programs and procedures. Six years of distribution and substation field experience on military installations and local municipalities, including foreign installations in Germany. Recognized as a strong leader who meets both client and company expectations. Ability to communicate with various types of people and personalities, which has aided in cultivating professional relationships, diffusing situations, and having positive interactions with colleagues. Thrives in environments that require the capacity to prioritize concurrent projects both calmly and efficiently. Exceptional planning, problem- solving, presentation, and organization abilities. Proven track record of contributing to an organization's success by providing customer care that creates satisfied and loyal internal and external customers.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Distribution Control Center Training Lead
Southern Company
2023.06 - Current
- Enhanced employee performance by designing and implementing comprehensive training programs.
- Developed specialized curriculum for targeted skill improvement, resulting in higher productivity levels.
- Led cross-functional team training sessions to foster collaboration and improve overall efficiency.
- Streamlined onboarding process for new hires, reducing time to proficiency and increasing employee satisfaction.
- Evaluated training program effectiveness through regular feedback collection and assessment tools, ensuring continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with management to identify specific employee development needs and tailor training materials accordingly.
- Introduced innovative teaching methods to optimize learning outcomes within diverse working environments.
- Mentored junior trainers, sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback for their professional growth.
Senior Distribution Operator
Southern Company
2015.06 - Current
- I am responsible for writing and executing switching, directing emergency power restoration efforts, coordinating switching and operations with Distribution, Transmission and Substation groups as necessary, monitoring and operating the distribution automation system (SCADA) and taking action as needed.
- Various system applications are used such as TCMS, CSS, ARMS, DARTS and Arcos.
- As a Senior Operator it is my responsibility to ensure the safety of each employee and civilian within the work area.
- Also, as a senior it is my responsibility to mentor and teach new employees within the Distribution Control Center.
- Watched weather and safety conditions to adapt routes and maintain standards.
Electrical Systems Journeyman
Mississippi Air National Guard
2010.12 - 2016.12
- Installed, maintained, and repaired energized and de-energized electrical distribution systems and components.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired interior, exterior, overhead, underground electrical power distribution systems and components such as capacitor banks, vacuum and air break switches, breakers, transformers, fuses, lighting fixtures, receptacles, and motors.
- Climbed utility poles and operated special purpose vehicles and equipment, including line maintenance and high reach trucks to inspect, maintain, and repair overhead distribution systems.
- Inspected powerline poles for pest damage, deterioration, and loose hardware.
- Inspected, tested, and serviced overhead line conductors and direct buried cables, and those in underground ducts and conduits.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions using technical orders, manufacturers' handbooks, local procedures, codes, and directives.
- Tested air samples in manholes for dangerous concentrations of combustible or toxic gases and oxygen deficiency.
- Inspected, maintained, and repaired portable airfield lighting systems including runway, threshold, approach, taxiway, visual glide slope, obstruction, and distance marker lights.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired cathodic protection and grounding systems, and voltage and current regulators.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired fire alarms, intrusion detection alarms, and traffic system controls.
- Maintained proficiency in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first aid, pole top, aerial lift, and manhole rescue.
- Complied with safety and environmental regulations and practices.
- Advised on problems installing and repairing electrical power distribution and special purpose electrical systems.
- Solved maintenance problems by studying layout drawings, wiring and schematic diagrams, and analyzing construction and operating characteristics.
- Used meters, testing devices, indicators, and recorders to locate equipment, distribution, and motor controller malfunctions and faults.
- Diagnosed malfunctions, and recommends repair procedures necessary to correct defective equipment.
- Develops and establishes maintenance and operating procedures to ensure maximum efficiency.
- Performed planning activities.
- Performed facility surveys.
- Surveyed proposed work to determine resource requirements.
- Prepared cost estimates for in-service work.
- Applied engineered performance standards to plan and estimate jobs.
- Coordinated plans and other activities.
- Developed and implemented improved maintenance and repair procedures to strengthen system operation and increase performance.
- Worked with facility personnel to identify and administer electrical system upgrades while maintaining needed material and equipment.
Roustabout/ Floorhand
Rowan Companies Inc.
2007.06 - 2009.06
- As a roustabout/floorhand, my job duties included tasks like cleaning drilling equipment, transporting materials, repairing equipment, tripping pipe, installing casing, bolting up BOP's, testing BOP's, measuring mud weight and viscosity, mixing mud, assisting third party workers, and making visual inspections of oil rig equipment.
- Frequently performed demanding physical labor for extended periods with shifts up to twelve hours long.
- Provided emergency services during spills.
- Adhered to operational safety and regulatory requirements by maintaining clean and hazard-free work space.
- Monitored shaker and mud tank operations, including mixing, weighing and measuring liquids and viscosity.
- Verified job safety analysis (JSA) and correctness of obtained permits prior to starting new jobs.
- Provided assistance in assembly and disassembly of drilling rig and equipment.
- Moved or relocated materials and equipment required for drilling tool assembly to and throughout work site.
Education
Master's Degree - Petroleum Engineering
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND12.2022
Bachelor's Degree - Construction Engineering
University of Southern Mississippi
Long Beach, MS05.2019
Skills
- Effectively establish work priorities and plan work to meet established time frames
- Excellent situational awareness and strong decision making
- Effective under pressure and stress
- Display a positive attitude and be a positive influence on others
- Effectively interact with others as a part of a team effort
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to monitor and control the activities and operation of multiple events simultaneously
- Effectively direct the work of others
- Problem resolution
- Project organization
Timeline
Distribution Control Center Training Lead
Southern Company
2023.06 - Current
Senior Distribution Operator
Southern Company
2015.06 - Current
Electrical Systems Journeyman
Mississippi Air National Guard
2010.12 - 2016.12
Roustabout/ Floorhand
Rowan Companies Inc.
2007.06 - 2009.06
Master's Degree - Petroleum Engineering
University of North Dakota
Bachelor's Degree - Construction Engineering
University of Southern Mississippi