Christopher T.

Experience

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  Automotive Specialties

  Jul 2005 - Sept 2007

  Shop Assistant

  1) Maintain shop cleanliness and ensure all parts are organized

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  SEL

  Aug 2010 - Dec 2010

  Electronic Assembly Drop Line Assembler

  1) Provided services including: placing electrical components in circuit boards for high-voltage relays, complying with Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) standards, and ensuring compliance with standards prior to final soldering.2) Worked on a dropline assembly team where I validated the work of the person to my left and installed resistors, capacitors, transformers, etc. in various circuit boards that were used to protect and control the utility power lines.

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  Absolute Refrigeration

  Jul 2012 - Mar 2014

  HVAC Technician and Apprentice Electrician

  1) Maintain and clean evaporators, condensers, ice machines, heat pumps, kitchen equipment, etc. across all of Pullman, WA and Moscow, ID on a revolving three month schedule.2) Gain entry to facilities either before they open or during their slow times in order to not hinder performance.3) Monitor amperage readings of electrical equipment such as contactors, pumps, and fan motors. Replace equipment when I know it will not survive another three months.4) Available on call 24 hours a day for emergency repair support. A service rarely utilized due to the thorough maintenance support offered. Show less

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  Kurion Veolia

  Mar 2014 - Nov 2016

  Electrical Engineer

  I have been actively involved in supporting electrical projects and operations across the Hanford site, collaborating with electricians to dismantle equipment and document internal model and serial numbers for arc flash reports. My responsibilities include completing electrical hazard analysis reports and assisting planners in developing work packages, as well as supporting field supervisors with walkdowns to ensure proper execution.Additionally, I perform engineering analysis and CAD drafting to create and update facility drawings, reflecting current conditions and enabling the construction of new laboratory test facilities. This work spans from designing utility transformer installations to PLC wiring for pump control. I provide field engineering support during construction, program and calibrate electrical instruments such as switchboard meters and heater controllers, and create master wire lists to verify proper connections between PLCs, terminal blocks, and instruments. My role also involves selecting, procuring, and ensuring the correct installation of electrical equipment. Show less

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  Sargent & Lundy

  Nov 2016 - Aug 2022

  Electrical Engineer

  Supports design efforts for a variety of multi-discipline projects and tasks. Works with the project design team to develop/review design media including, but not limited to arc flash calculations, lighting design calculations, electrical one-line diagrams, power plans and elevations, wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, installation details, procurement specifications, and construction specifications. Provides support during construction/start-up and testing phases of projects including procurement support, submittal reviews, documenting engineering changes, and writing acceptance test procedures. Show less

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  Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

  Sept 2022 - now

  Electrical Engineer

  Responsible for providing discipline specific engineering expertise including engineering studies, preliminary, conceptual and detailed design, project management, estimating, calculations, troubleshooting, preparation of contract documents including drawings and specifications, construction administration, and field inspections for all PNNL facilities.