Ray Carpenter
Camano Island,Washington
Summary
Utility Plant District Manager with over 23 years of experience in plant operations, including 10+ years in leadership roles. Extensive experience overseeing turbine power plants, utility systems, cogeneration plants, wastewater treatment facilities, and plant production environments across various industries. Recognized for optimizing performance, managing complex systems, and leading diverse teams to achieve operational excellence and efficiency. Expertise in regulatory compliance, safety program implementation, and initiatives for wastewater and AQMD compliance. Skilled at driving continuous improvement efforts, maintaining the highest safety and environmental standards, and effectively managing budgets and operational schedules. Adept at building strong client relationships and delivering cost-effective, seamless outcomes. Proficient in utilizing tools such as Microsoft Office, SAP, and CMMS to enhance workflow efficiency, monitor performance metrics, and streamline processes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
District Plant Manager
Veolia North America
San Francisco, CA
08.2013 - Current
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to utility and manufacturing projects.
- Coordinated maintenance on turbines, motors, generators, pumps, and other equipment.
- Managed maintenance staff and ensured adherence to plant safety regulations.
- Managed AQMD, wastewater, and hazardous waste programs, ensuring compliance, and implementing initiatives to improve environmental conditions.
- Formulated and executed plant budgets efficiently, ensuring cost control, while maintaining operational excellence.
- Managed plant staff in multiple locations, ensuring smooth operations, productivity, and a positive work environment.
Plant Manager
Orange Grove Energy
Temecula, CA
11.2010 - 07.2013
- Monitored plant performance metrics on a 100 MW gas turbine power plant, such as throughput, quality, cost, and safety.
- Coordinated operations teams to ensure smooth production, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and teamwork.
- Managing plant compliance programs, ensuring adherence to environmental, health, and safety regulations.
- Coordinated plant CAPEX projects, ensuring efficient budget allocation, timely execution, and seamless stakeholder engagement.
Project Engineer
Amec Engineering
Atlanta, GA
04.2007 - 06.2010
- Oversaw the installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems for new power and cement plants.
- Managed resources, created project schedules and maintained department budgets.
- Provided technical support and troubleshooting for electrical issues, minimizing downtime and enhancing system functionality.
- Worked with other engineers to meet public release deadlines.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance system reliability and longevity.
- Trained and guided new employees according to company standards and procedures.
Plant I&C/Power Plant Operator
OLS Energy
Camarillo , CA
02.2003 - 01.2007
- Operated control systems to manage processes in steam and power plants.
- Monitored gauges, indicators, and meters to ensure optimal performance of plant systems.
- Maintained plant CEMS and PLC systems.
- Operated turbine, boiler, and feed water control systems.s
- Performed preventive maintenance activities on plant machinery and equipment.
- Started up, shut down and checked water and wastewater treatment processes.
- Ensured proper functioning of automated systems used within the facility's production areas.
- Monitored environmental compliance and implemented measures to protect the environment.
GSE/GSM
United States Navy
05.1999 - 06.2003
- Developed predictive maintenance programs for various types of turbines based on operational data.
- Evaluated industrial operations for compliance with permits or regulations.
- Took samples of water from boilers and cooling towers to perform standardized tests.
- Performed maintenance services to correct and prevent problems.
- Resolved issues arising from improper installation or modification of turbine components.
- Troubleshot complex mechanical issues with gas turbines using specialized diagnostic equipment.
- Analyzed engine performance data to identify potential problems and recommend corrective action.
Education
Electrical Engineering
SCIT
Anaheim, CA03-1998
High School Diploma -
San Clemente High School
San Clemente, CA05-1995
GSM/E - Gas Turbine Technology
US Navy
Great Lakes, ILSkills
- Plant Performance Optimization
- Team Leadership
- Regulatory compliance
- Implementation of Safety Protocols
- Process Optimization
- Budget Oversight
- Client relationship management
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Experience with SAP Systems
- CMMS Implementation Experience
- Environmental Compliance Oversight
- Air quality monitoring program management
- Contractor Oversight
- SCADA Systems Expertise
- Permitting and reporting
- Asset management
Years Of Experience
23
Industries
- Turbine power plants
- Utility systems
- Cogeneration plants
- Wastewater treatment facilities
- Automated production environments
Timeline
District Plant Manager
Veolia North America
08.2013 - Current
Plant Manager
Orange Grove Energy
11.2010 - 07.2013
Project Engineer
Amec Engineering
04.2007 - 06.2010
Plant I&C/Power Plant Operator
OLS Energy
02.2003 - 01.2007
GSE/GSM
United States Navy
05.1999 - 06.2003
Electrical Engineering
SCIT
High School Diploma -
San Clemente High School
GSM/E - Gas Turbine Technology
US Navy
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