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Education
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Steven King

Sylacauga,Alabama

Summary

With over 32 years of electrical and automation experience, including a pivotal role at Southern Company, excelling in analytical problem-solving and leadership. Expertise spans from industrial automation control to electrical system design, significantly enhancing project outcomes through innovative solutions and teamwork. Proven ability to exceed expectations, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and effectively.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Services Tech Sr.

Southern Company
01.2019 - Current
  • Primary responsibilities include Generating Plant commissioning and maintenance testing of protective relays, metering systems and Transformer protective devices.
  • Other duties include electrical system design, installation, commissioning, modification, and troubleshooting.
  • Provide Electrical support for all Southern Company Generation including Solar, Nuclear, Fossil and Hydro Facilities.

Licensed Electrical Contractor

King Electric LLC
01.2003 - Current
  • Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills to address complex electrical challenges and provide innovative solutions that exceeded client expectations.
  • Ensured accurate diagnostics of electrical issues with thorough knowledge of complex systems and advanced troubleshooting techniques.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality electrical installations and repairs for residential, commercial, and industrial clients.
  • Successfully completed numerous electrical projects within budget and on-time by efficiently managing resources and adhering to strict deadlines.

Electrical Designer SR

Southern Company
12.2013 - 01.2019
  • Incorporated updates to drawings based on changes and as-built evaluations.
  • Contributed to successful project completion by providing on-site support during construction and installation phases.
  • Successfully managed multiple concurrent projects, prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and resource availability.

Engineering Designer

Debardeleben & Associates
01.2013 - 12.2013
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining high-quality results.
  • Provided technical support for engineering projects to support accuracy and deadline management.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive engineering drawings, utilizing AutoCAD Electrical software.
  • Designed and programmed Automation Control Systems utilizing PLC's, SCADA and HMI's.

Electromechanical Technician

OMYA Alabama Inc.
11.2003 - 08.2006
  • Repaired, maintained and installed plant process equipment motors, drives, pumps, valves and process instrumentation.
  • Optimized equipment performance through calibration of sensors, controllers, and actuators as needed.

Electrician

Nemak
02.2003 - 11.2003
  • Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components consisting of Robots, PLC's and Motion Control systems.

Process Control Technician

OMYA Alabama Inc.
04.1992 - 04.2001
  • Mastered multiple Hardware and Software Systems for Industrial Automation.
  • Responsibilities included PLC and SCADA Programming.
  • Automation and instrumentation troubleshooting, repair, setup and calibration.
  • Performed Network Administration tasks to support Alabama plant/office location.
  • Continually updated technical knowledge through relevant professional development courses, staying current with industry trends and best practices in Industrial Automation and Control.

Shop Manager

Sauls Engineering Inc.
04.1990 - 04.1992
  • Performed calibrations, repairs and maintenance to seismograph equipment used for monitoring blasting vibrations.
  • Responsibilities included circuit board repair, transducer calibration and EPROM Programming.
  • Maintained shop inventory and equipment.

Computer Technician

AC3 Computer Co.
04.1988 - 04.1990
  • Assembled and installed computer systems for Major Power Generation, Gas and Telecommunications companies in Birmingham.
  • Linked computers to network and peripheral equipment.
  • Performed troubleshooting to correct computer hardware and software malfunctions.

Education

Associate of Science - Electronics Engineering Technologies

RETS Electronics Institute
Birmingham, AL
04.1990

Skills

Analytical thinking and problem solving

Teamwork and collaboration

Professionalism and strong work ethic

Oral and written communications skills

Computer proficiency

Leadership experience

Organization Skills

Work Planning and Prioritization

Root Cause Analysis

Proficiency in Industrial Automation and Control

Timeline

Field Services Tech Sr.

Southern Company
01.2019 - Current

Electrical Designer SR

Southern Company
12.2013 - 01.2019

Engineering Designer

Debardeleben & Associates
01.2013 - 12.2013

Electromechanical Technician

OMYA Alabama Inc.
11.2003 - 08.2006

Electrician

Nemak
02.2003 - 11.2003

Licensed Electrical Contractor

King Electric LLC
01.2003 - Current

Process Control Technician

OMYA Alabama Inc.
04.1992 - 04.2001

Shop Manager

Sauls Engineering Inc.
04.1990 - 04.1992

Computer Technician

AC3 Computer Co.
04.1988 - 04.1990

Associate of Science - Electronics Engineering Technologies

RETS Electronics Institute
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