Glenn Fleming, P.E.

Experience

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  Foxboro ICT Inc.

  Jun 1995 - Dec 1997

  Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

  Performed complex technical assignments involving the development, analysis, and implementation of solutions to various problems in designing pressure transducers. Accountable for major assignments, either as part of a project team or as a leader of a defined project. Responsible for plans, schedules, and directing the work of other engineering and technical personnel. My area of expertise is in mechanical design, packaging, and developing the support systems required for manufacturing and production. Show less

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  California Emergency Management Agency

  Jan 1998 - May 2001

  OASIS Project Manager

  As Project Manager, responsible for: 1. Network Engineering and Management of OASIS (Operational Area Satellite Information System). This system is comprised of 2 Geographic Redundant Hubs, 73 Fixed Remote Satellite Earth Stations, and 8 Transportable Earth Stations. This requires planning for growth, change, and re-configurations that involve voice and data requirements for both present and future needs. I apply the principles of Satellite Engineering to determine system sizing, analyzing Link Budgets and bandwidth assignments for frequency allocations, and manage the system’s operation and maintenance program. 2. Network Configuration Design - Engineering and designing user interfacing requirements based on the user’s equipment and communications needs. 3. Network Operations - Responsible for the daily operation of the TES (Telephony Earth Station) Network. This includes Network Operator Console operations, database management and configuration, monitor and control, and system status analysis. 4. Remote Earth Station Installations - Responsible for the Plans, Specifications, and Engineering (PS&E’s) for new installations and relocation of existing sites. Act as the Project Engineer until the site is commissioned. 5. System Architecture - I have the skills to analyze in-depth the operation of the TES system. I have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the system block diagram analysis involving overviews of hardware, software, call processing, configurations, environmental conditions, antenna and Radio Frequency Terminal (RFT) specifications, and monitor and control capabilities.Projects:1. 03/98 Urban Search & Rescue Swift Water Task Force Helicopter Training, Castaic Lake2. 11/98 Mammoth Mountain Volcano Exercise3. 05/99 Grass Valley P. D. S.W.A.T. Competition, Grass Valley, CA4. 11/99 Urban Search & Rescue Swift Water Task Force Helicopter Training, New Melones Reservoir5. 07/00 Democratic National Convention, Los Angeles, CA Show less

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  California Canoe & Kayak, Inc

  May 2001 - Jan 2021

  ACA certified Level 4: Open Water Coastal Kayaking Instructor

  An Instructor for the following courses:Kayak Basics: This 4-hour class emphasizes basic water safety using recreational kayaks. The student learns the basic paddle strokes and fundamental kayak maneuvers in a calm water setting.Beginning Sea Kayaking: This 7-hour class emphasizes basic water safety using close deck sea kayaks. The student learns more advanced paddle strokes, bracing techniques, fundamental kayak maneuvers, and the "T" and "Paddle Float Rescue". Successful completion of this class qualifies the student to rent closed-deck kayaks and to participate in more advanced classes and trips.Sea Kayaking II: In this inspiring class we work extensively on boat lean and edging for ultimate control and maneuverability. We review rescues, introduce basic navigation techniques, fine tune the forward stroke, and learn some new strokes. This class is the steppingstone to the Surf Zone and beyond.Surf Zone: In order to paddle a sea kayak on the ocean, this class is a must! We teach launching and landing techniques, bracing in breaking waves, and understanding wave dynamics are the fundamental building blocks for kayak surfing and paddling in rough water. Show less

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  Caltrans - Structures Maintenance & Investigation

  Nov 2001 - May 2022

  Under the supervision of a Branch Chief, a Senior Bridge Engineer in the Office of Specialty Investigations at Structure Maintenance and Investigations (SM&I), the incumbent is responsible for: (i) performing inspections of the structural elements and functional systems of up to 100 in-service tunnels and/or up to 60 in-service moveable bridges on the State and Local highway networks, (ii) reporting the results of these inspections in comprehensive written reports, which include the inspection findings, condition states and quantities of the elements and defects, maintenance work recommendations and inventory data, (iii) identifying, reporting and managing critical findings of tunnel or complex bridge damage, and (iv) developing specific inspection procedures (inspection plans) for tunnels or moveable bridges. For the past four years I have been the state of California's "Subject Matter Expert" on Functional Systems in complex tunnels & tubes and lead the effort to renovate 16 of the 32 tunnels and 2 tubes. Included are:Caldecott Tunnels Bores 1, 2, 3, and 4; Oakland, CAPosey and Webster Street Tubes; Alameda, CABroadway Street Tunnel; San Francisco, CAYerba Buena Island Tunnel; San Francisco, CATom Lantos Tunnels at Devil's Slide; Pacifica, CACustom House Tunnel; Monterey, CAW92-S280 Connector Tunnel; San Mateo CountyCentury Freeway Tunnels (I105/I405); Inglewood, CALAX International Airport Tunnel; Inglewood, CA Show less Under direction of the Senior Equipment Engineer, perform difficult mechanical engineering design, vehicle specification preparation, air resources board compliance evaluation, modifications to existing designs to accommodate vehicle changes made to meet air resources board requirements, estimating and inspection work involved in the design, development, fabrication, and assembly of all vehicles and mobile equipment purchased for the Department's statewide fleet.Prepare the more difficult mechanical engineering designs, drawings, vehicle specifications and estimates for procurement of all vehicles, mobile equipment and mechanical sub-assemblies for the department's statewide fleet.Make engineering decisions based on the design, specifications, analysis, and technical evaluation of products, components and equipment designed and or purchased for the Department's statewide fleet.Projects:1. Lt Duty Four Yard CNG Dump Truck2. Design/Build Project - Caltrans Dive Team trailer3. Analysis of the Balsi Beam Trailer components4. Analysis of the Real McCoy hydraulic & propulsion systems5. Design Project - 20 Ton Utility Trailer6. Assigned to the Real McCoy II Ferry as the Port Engineer to resolve numerous mechanical issues primarily related to the propulsion system and to get the vessel re-certified by the USCG for public service. This position has required learning and applying the Code of Federal Regulations, "46 CFR Sub Chapter T" related to the 100-ton passenger carrying vessels. It also required training the crews and getting them to operate the vessel in accordance with Sub Chapter T regulations. (Most of this work was performed in Rio Vista, CA)7. Project Leader for the Electrical Wiring Harness Improvement Team, (EWHAIT). The team's charter is to develop the infrastructure to design and manufacture wiring harnesses in house. In just seven months the team has supplied over 1100 of the 1400 harnesses required for the 2013 new vehicle fleet. Show less Responsible for the design and construction oversight, construction inspection of the Caltrans Transportation Laboratory Fire & Safety Renovation. The Fire & Safety Renovation items of work included in my area of responsibility: Lead and Asbestos abatement; complete replacement of the hydronic piping system; replacement of 11 Air Handlers; installation of a Fire Sprinkler System throughout the entire 400,00 sq. ft. facility; installation of a Building Automation System; replacement of 2 - 200 ton chillers; An upgrade of the facilities Electrical System to accommodate all of the new equipment and integration to the Building Automation System; complete replacement of the Lighting System throughout the entire facility; commissioning of the new HVAC & Building Automation System and participated in producing the final performance report.Many of these items of work were identified as opportunities for cost savings and qualified for SMUD rebates. The Fire & Safety Renovation received $700,000 in rebates for energy conservation. A very important part of the job was to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with the various Departments and their employees. The construction was performed with the building being occupied through two thirds on the construction. Show less Design, development, and implementation of the Marine Pile Driving Energy Attenuator (aka Air Bubble Curtain - ABC) used in the construction of the foundation on the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge New East Span Seismic Safety Project (SFOBB-NESP). Responsible for the analysis and review of the contractor's Air Bubble Curtain design submittals. Was later given the responsibility for the research & development, design of the final Air Bubble Curtains that were used to construct the foundation on the SFOBB - NESP.Made changes to the design parameters when the ABC did not meet the performance criteria set forth in the Biological Opinion and specs. There was a take authorization for the SFOBB-NESP. However, when fish and marine life were taken the criteria required the contractor/owner to use the best available technology to mitigate the loss of marine life. Also conducted the implementation and oversight when changes were required when the performance of the Bubble Curtain did not meet the requirements of the Biological Opinion.Projects the Marine Pile Driving Energy Attenuator were used on:1. San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge New East Span Seismic Safety Project, Oakland, CA - Bridge2. Benicia Bridge, Benicia, CA - Bridge3. Humboldt Bay Bridge Seismic Retrofit, Eureka, CA - Bridge4. Columbia River Crossing Project, Vancouver, WA5. Schuyler Heim Bridge Replacement, Long Beach, CA6. 1928 Carquinez Bridge Demolition Project, Vallejo, CA Show less Responsible charge of the administration of mechanical work on Toll Bridge contracts; design work; gave instruction; and exercise judgment on difficult mechanical engineering and contract administrative problems. Responsible charge for overall management, coordination, and review of mechanical issues required for the project. Primary liaison for mechanical design issues between Toll Bridge contract administration & design teams.Responsible for detailed, technical reviews of the work of other staff, contract submittals and for ensuring that the completed mechanical work conformed to the plans and specifications. As the liaison for mechanical design issues I was often task with solving complex design issues.Based on engineering analysis, testing & evaluation of materials, components or products I was involved in selecting or specifying materials and components for the mechanical items on the various Toll Bridge Projects.Projects:1. Maintenance Travelers - SFOBB-Skyway Project2. Conduit Assemblies for hinge pipe beams - SFOBB-Skyway Project, Oakland CA3. Maintenance Travelers - SFOBB-SAS Project, Oakland CA4. SFOBB-NESP Historical Documentation Project, Oakland CA5. Air & Water Piping systems SFOBB-NESP Project, Oakland CA6. Maintenance Travelers - Alfred Zampa Bridge, Vallejo, CA7. 1928 Carquinez Bridge Demolition Project, Vallejo, CA Show less

  • Mechanical Engineer

    Jul 2016 - May 2022

  • Mechanical Engineer

    Dec 2009 - Jun 2016

  • Mechanical Engineer

    Jan 2009 - Dec 2009

  • Mechanical Engineer

    May 2000 - Jan 2009

  • Mechanical Engineer

    Nov 2001 - Jun 2005
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  Glenn Fleming, P.E.

  Jan 2005 - now

  Mechanical Design Engineer

  Design, development, and implementation of Marine Pile Driving Energy Attenuator Systems (aka Air Bubble Curtain - ABC).Develop specifications for the design of ABC's based on Biological Opinions and/or Environmental Documents. Provide complete ABC designs based on provided specification. Provide ABC specification and design review of ABC design submittals.Provide onsite performance evaluation and review of ABC per the specifications and design documents.Marine Pile Driving Energy Attenuator projects:1. San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge New East Span Seismic Safety Project, Oakland, CA - Bridge2. Benicia Bridge, Benicia, CA - Bridge3. Humboldt Bay Bridge Seismic Retrofit, Eureka, CA - Bridge4. Columbia River Crossing Project, Vancouver, WA5. Schuyler Heim Bridge Replacement, Long Beach, CA6. 1928 Carquinez Bridge Demolition Project, Vallejo, CA7. Tower Bridge Fender Replacement, Sacramento, CA8. Paintersville Bridge Abutment Repair, Sacramento County, CA9. Mokelumne River Bridge Foundation Seismic Upgrade, San Joaquin County, CA10. Bubble Curtain Guidance Document, US Navy, Bremerton, WA Show less