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Michael Knoebel

Michael Knoebel

Electrician's Mate

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Nuclear Facilities Maintenance Manager For NNSA/DOE

  • Education

    • Excelsior College

      2015 - 2019
      Bachelor's degree Nuclear Engineering Technologies/Technicians 3.8

      Activities and Societies: Dr. Robert L Long Award for Academic Excellence in Nuclear Engineering Technology, Alpha Nu Sigma National Honor Society Completed June 2019

  • Experience

    • United States Navy

      Dec 2007 - Dec 2013
      Electrician's Mate

      Primary Duties:Operate and supervise a nuclear reactor's power production. Operate and maintain the ship's electrical distribution system and subsystems. Manage and order essential tools and parts to complete extensive corrective and preventative maintenance. Supervise the development of junior personnel.Collateral Duties:Served as the Ship's Electrical Safety Petty OfficerProvided oversight for the ship's SVRLA batteryOrganized and coordinated the preventive maintenance schedule for my divisionManaged Electrical Division's department's logistics and procurementResponsible for maintaining and repairing the oxygen generation plantNEC's held:3354 - Submarine Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operator - Electrical4708 - Automated Electrolytic Oxygen Generator (AEOG) Maintenance Technician Show less

    • Bridgestone Americas

      Jun 2015 - Nov 2017
      Maintenance Technician/Trainer

      Department Maintenance Trainer:Assembled and delivered training to the extrusion department technicians, covering best maintenance practices, technical analysis, networking and industrial safety. Performed the duties and responsibilities of the department assistant manager.Under managerial guidance, organized maintenance shutdown periods and coordinated subcontractor repairs. Coordinated with Engineering department to research and implement technical solutions within the Extrusion department.Technician:Responsible for the troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of all equipment within the Extrusion department on a rotating shift basis. Mechatronics-emphasis, including but not limited to pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical (high and low voltage), and PLCs. Assist other maintenance departments as required. Show less

    • National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)

      Sept 2019 - now

      Los Alamos Field Office (NA-LA) Subject Matter Expert of Nuclear Facility Maintenance Management within the office of Nuclear Safety, Engineering and Readiness (NSER): - Review prime contractor and subcontractor data, including preventative, predictive, and correctivemaintenance measures and metrics, in support of: * determining contract award determinations for program health and mission accomplishment * facilitating discussions between program stakeholders in areas of program improvement * coordinating of federal oversight activities - Lead oversight program reviews and assessments to ensure sufficient federal oversight is provided for nuclear safety management programs, with a focus on Maintenance Management and Formality of Operations, at the Los Alamos National Laboratory. - Provide technical expertise and mentor federal staff across DOE/NNSA in conducting oversight in the areas of Government Oversight, In-Service Inspections, Configuration Management, Conduct of Operations, Quality Assurance, Federal Readiness, and Facility Maintenance Management. - Leading and contributing to headquarters initiatives to improve the policy and safety posture of DOE/NNSA safety management programs; and improve the federal workforce work culture through participation in employee development and employee engagement teams. Show less Working as a DOE/NNSA Subject Matter Expert of Maintenance Management within the Department of Worker Safety and Health Services (NA-513) to include: - Coordinating activities to ensure sufficient federal oversight is provided for nuclear safety management programs, with a focus on maintenance management, within the NNSA complex. - Serving as team leader in reviews/assessments of NNSA controlled sites/projects in the areas of Government Oversight, In-Service Inspections, Configuration Management, Conduct of Operations, and Facility Maintenance Management. - Serving as the NNSA Technical Standards Manager to promote technical Voluntary Consensus Standards (VCS) adoption, develop governmental-specific standards related to militaristic applications of nuclear technology, and maintain federal/governmental reviews of standards on behalf of NNSA in coordination with the DOE. - Leading and participating in headquarters initiatives to improve the safety posture of the NNSA and improve the federal workforce work culture. - Providing technical expertise to NNSA Field Offices and other Federal organizations. Show less

      • Nuclear Facilities Maintenance Manager

        Jan 2022 - now

      • General Engineer (Maintenance)

        Sept 2019 - now

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Michael Knoebel
      DOE Secretary's Achievement Award U.S. Department of Energy Jan 2021 Covid-19 Return to the Workplace Workplace Planning and Implementation Team - Responsible for NNSA integration into DOE's procurement and distribution of Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) in conjunction with FEMA and CDC. This required extensive coordination, resulting in timely distribution of PPE to organizations, both federal and contractor lacking sufficient supplies, maintaining the department's employee safety and health as the Department's number one priority. Integral team member in… Show more Covid-19 Return to the Workplace Workplace Planning and Implementation Team - Responsible for NNSA integration into DOE's procurement and distribution of Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) in conjunction with FEMA and CDC. This required extensive coordination, resulting in timely distribution of PPE to organizations, both federal and contractor lacking sufficient supplies, maintaining the department's employee safety and health as the Department's number one priority. Integral team member in establishing a data system for gathering and reporting local conditions relevant to DOE facilities across the Nation, ensuring appropriate distributions of PPE available to maintain critical mission functions and inherent government responsibilities for contractor oversight. Show less
    • Awarded to Michael Knoebel
      Dr. Robert L Long Award for Academic Excellence in Nuclear Engineering Technology Excelsior College Jul 2020 Graduate award created in recognition of Dr. Long’s service and contribution to Excelsior College. He was regarded as an expert in nuclear education and a proponent of the link between training and education and the safe operation of nuclear facilities. Selected for this award by college staff due to superior dedication to training and commitment to applying principles to real-world experience.
    • Awarded to Michael Knoebel
      Great Attitude Award Bridgestone 2017 Selected as the Wilson Plant Great Attitude Award maintenance department recipient. This peer-selected award is given to one individual per department in recognition of their work ethic and attitude.
    • Awarded to Michael Knoebel
      Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medal United States Navy Dec 2013 Awarded for being a vital member of the electrical division through an engineering overhaul, five ORSE inspections, a change of homeport and multiple Western Pacific operations. Coordinated logistics through five continuous maintenance availabilities and three voyage repair periods for the electrical department. Unparalleled technical knowledge contributed to depot level underway repairs allowing the ship to complete all assigned tasking.
    • Awarded to Michael Knoebel
      Junior Sailor of the Quarter United States Navy Jun 2013 Recognized as Junior Sailor of the Quarter (2nd Quarter) while serving as Leading Petty Officer for Electrical division on the USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723).
    • Awarded to Michael Knoebel
      Admirial's Citation United States Navy Mar 2013 Awarded for outstanding performance from January to March 2013, with regard to technical expertise in maintaining the ship during a mission vital to national security and mentorship to junior personnel.
    • Awarded to Michael Knoebel
      Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medal Commanding Officer (USS Oklahoma City) Dec 2012 During an Operational Reactor Safeguards Examination (ORSE), The submarine USS Oklahoma City experienced a catastrophic failure with one of the motor generator regulators used in electric plant distribution. I diagnosed the problem from the symptoms and developed a repair plan. I researched spare parts and, due to a lack in the supply system, cannibalized/stole a part from the ship's periscope to repair the motor generator. The regulator failure was caused by another problem in the ship's bus… Show more During an Operational Reactor Safeguards Examination (ORSE), The submarine USS Oklahoma City experienced a catastrophic failure with one of the motor generator regulators used in electric plant distribution. I diagnosed the problem from the symptoms and developed a repair plan. I researched spare parts and, due to a lack in the supply system, cannibalized/stole a part from the ship's periscope to repair the motor generator. The regulator failure was caused by another problem in the ship's bus work which I also corrected. This allowed the ship to complete the ORSE successfully and on time. Show less
    • Awarded to Michael Knoebel
      Admirial's Citation United States Navy Nov 2010 Recognized for taking initiative by assuming responsibility as the Battery Petty Officer for the USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) during the shipyard availability. During this time, administration and procedural compliance were significantly enhanced for future SVRLA battery installations, as recognized by the battery manufacturer.