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Richard Strohl

Bement,IL

Summary

Accomplished Mechanical Engineering Technician with a proven track record at the U.S. Corps of Engineers, specializing in HVAC controls commissioning and testing. Expert in reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical drawings, coupled with exceptional problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated success in enhancing energy efficiency and system functionality, underscored by a collaborative approach and effective communication skills.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechanical Engineering Technician

U.S. Corps of Engineers
06.2000 - 05.2013
  • Identified facilities for inclusion on ESPC projects. Helped develop project scopes for contract source selection. Reviewed and evaluated contractor submittals. Participated in selection of contractors.
  • Organized data archive of engineering specifications, drawings and specifications and maintained traceability of documents by proper fili and indexnging.
  • Collaborated with Texas A&M Energy Systems Lab, on developing energy consumption baselines and in performing Measurement and Verification of contractor's installed systems performance to ensure savings were being met or missed.
  • Inspected and accepted or rejected contractors systems.
  • Served as the Government Contracting Officers Technical Reprehensive. Provided detailed feedback to contracting officer and other team members on the acceptance or rejection of contractor submittals and work.
  • Verified systems functionality through rigorous testing protocols, reducing instances of defects or malfunctions of installed systems.
  • Managed the installation Utility Monitoring and Control Systems. Directed a staff in the integration of new systems into the UMCS and operations and maintenance.

Engineer Technician

U.S Army Corps of Engineers, CERL
11.1983 - 06.2000
  • Collaborated on research teams in the development of specifications (CEGS 15951) and standard control system designs.
  • Tested control strategies on a full scale HVAC test facility. Provided records of equipment calibration, and performance results.
  • Provided technical support to research teams, Army installation personnel.
  • Conducted field testing and evaluations related to open systems communications for BAS.
  • Served as an instructor for Control Systems Design, Performance Verification, and HVAC control systems maintenace


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Technology

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL

High School Diploma -

Bement High School
Bement, IL
06-1969

Skills

  • Read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings
  • HVAC Controls Commissioning and Testing
  • Problem-solving
  • Effective communication
  • Energy efficiency; Passed the CEM in 2012, Status is now expired

Timeline

Mechanical Engineering Technician

U.S. Corps of Engineers
06.2000 - 05.2013

Engineer Technician

U.S Army Corps of Engineers, CERL
11.1983 - 06.2000

Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Technology

Eastern Illinois University

High School Diploma -

Bement High School

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