Peter Schmidt

Experience

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  Western Forge

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2009

  Mechanical Engineer

  Lead engineer in time and motion analysis for improvements in Lean Manufacturing. Design and development of prototype tooling for plastics, plastic extrusion dies, and cold-formed steel.

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  US Navy

  Jul 2009 - Sept 2014

  Nuclear Engineer

  Operation of a Naval Nuclear Submarine with command level responsibilities spanning the Engine Room, Navigation & Communication Suites, Missile Systems, and Life Support Systems. Division Officer for Electrical and Auxiliary Divisions for two years, achieving the most successful Shipyard Overhaul and Return to Sea of any US Submarine.

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  Primus Power

  Sept 2014 - Aug 2017

  Technical manager for the integration of Energy Storage at client sites around the world. Responsible for product application feasibility, deployment, commissioning, operation, and future support. Systems and Test Engineer for single flow Zinc Bromine Batteries. Responsible for the design, build, and testing of Primus Power Energy from beta level to full scale production units.

  • Field Manager

    Jan 2016 - Aug 2017

  • Test Engineer

    Sept 2014 - Dec 2015
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  Xcel Energy

  Sept 2017 - now

  Senior Manager, Distribution Design

  Provide supervision and leadership for the design of gas and electric distribution system. Accountable for innovative and cost effective designs, technical matter expertise, and in-depth technical support services to construction and operations. Responsible for balancing customer needs while maintaining Xcel delivery standards and administrative guidelines.