Patrick Keough
Seymour
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in electrical troubleshooting and operations management. Proven track record in enhancing project execution and team productivity through effective communication and performance evaluation. Strong ability to identify and implement process improvements that drive operational efficiency.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Instrumentation & Control
South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority
New Haven
08.2014 - Current
- Developed capital and operational budgets for sustainable financial management.
- Analyzed new technologies to enhance monitoring and control processes.
- Delegated tasks daily, to union and nonunion staff, establishing clear priorities and goals.
- Coordinated departmental and cross-departmental projects to achieve timely, successful outcomes.
- Delegated tasks to union and nonunion staff, establishing clear priorities and goals.
- Conducted performance reviews to evaluate team member contributions.
- Diagnosed and resolved issues in the water distribution system to ensure consistent service delivery.
Electrical Controls Engineer
Knapp Engineering
Prospect
06.2001 - 07.2003
- Conducted testing and validation of electrical components, enhancing system reliability.
- Supported commissioning activities at customer locations following installation.
- Analyzed customer needs to design systems utilizing current technology.
- Provided training sessions for customers on equipment operation and usage.
- Reviewed drawings for accuracy before fabrication of panels or component assembly.
- Supported commissioning activities at customer locations after installation completion.
- Developed schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts, streamlining automation processes.
- Managed resources, coordinated project schedules, and monitored department budgets to ensure project alignment.
Electrician
United States Navy, USN
Charleston
08.1990 - 08.1995
- Executed maintenance, repairs, and installations of electrical wiring, fixtures, and components.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools.
- Performed routine maintenance on generators and power distribution systems to minimize downtime.
- Installed and maintained electrical systems on naval vessels to ensure operational readiness.
Electrical Controls Engineer
South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority
New Haven
08.2003 - 2014
- Developed and implemented control strategies that enhanced operational efficiency.
- Conducted troubleshooting on electrical control systems to identify programming and component issues.
- Performed troubleshooting on electrical control systems to identify issues with components or programming logic.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to define and refine project specifications and requirements, ensuring alignment with operational goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to establish project specifications and requirements.
- Installed power distribution systems, ensuring compliance with codes and standards to maintain safety and reliability.
- Participated in factory acceptance tests at vendor sites prior to shipment.
- Produced comprehensive documentation to standardize operations and enhance support for system designs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT06-2001
Naval Nuclear Power Program
Charleston, SC04-1991
Skills
- Budget management
- Control system design
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Project coordination
- Performance evaluation
- Critical thinking
- Communication skills
- Operations management
- Work prioritization
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Complex problem solving
Timeline
Manager of Instrumentation & Control
South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority
08.2014 - Current
Electrical Controls Engineer
South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority
08.2003 - 2014
Electrical Controls Engineer
Knapp Engineering
06.2001 - 07.2003
Electrician
United States Navy, USN
08.1990 - 08.1995
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Hartford
Naval Nuclear Power Program