CONTACT
Victoria, Texas, **905
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Linkedin.com/in/clinton-howell-
950305295
EXPERIENCE &
TRAINING
6+ Years Electrical Engineer Experience
- Power Distribution & Transmission
Field -Substation @ AEP (HV & EHV)
2+ Years Engineering Customer Service
Experience - Power Distribution Design
@ AEP
3+ Years Experience - Substation
Contractor Supervisor – Transmission
@ AEP
CPR & First Aid - Certified Annually
NEC & NESC
Power Up & Lead Development
Training
Environmental Practices
Received Training in the use of LD-Pro
Software Suite, Storms, & JERI
Trained in Power Up & Lead
Development
Trained in Network Security
Trained in Distribution Planning
Trained in Easement Design &
Acquisition for Power Distribution
Installations
EXPERTISE IN POWER DISTRIBUTION, POWER SYSTEMS,
TRANSMISSION, MAINTAINENCE & RELIABILITY IN
COMMERCIAL, RESIDENTIAL, &
INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS
EDUCATION
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY – KINGSVILLE, TEXAS
Bachelor of Science – Electrical Engineering
August 2006 – May 2012
Designed an Automated Robot for Power Transfer in Competitive Advanced Robotics
Programming & Software: C, C++, C#, MATLAB, AUTOCAD, Python, Verilog, VHDL, Java, FORTRAN, Assembly Basic X86, CDEGS, CYMP, CYMCAP, Autodesk Inventor, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Power Point, LABVIEW, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Skype, Microsoft TEAMS, PSPICE
UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD
SKILLED SIGNAL MAINTAINER
October 2022 – August 2023 Bloomington, Texas
Maintained & Tested Railroad Signal System Locations for my Assigned Service Area
Performed Inspections, Diagnostics & Troubleshooting on Structures, Equipment & Devices
Determined & Documented Appropriate Repair Work as well as Cost Estimates & Provided Supervisor with Regular, Detailed Reports
Work Independently 90% of the Time with Next to no Managerial Oversight
Responsible for Being on Call 24/7 for any Trouble Related Issues in Assigned Territory as well as Adjoining Territories as Needed
Ability to Solve Electrically (AC/DC) & Mechanically Related Problems in the Field
used Critical Thinking to Break Down Problems, Evaluate Solutions, make Decisions & Appropriate Repairs of Equipment Failures Utilizing Meters, Schematics Blueprints, Drawings, Tools & Learned Knowledge
Performed Installations & Conducted Repair Work on Railroad Crossing Signals & Components to Bolster Safety
Pulled & Replaced Defective Wiring & Cables, Burnt-Out Circuits, Batteries, & Breakers, Lighting & Broken Lenses at Structures in my Service Area & any Other Territory that I Received a Call to Service
Adaptable & Proficient in Learning New Concepts Quickly & Efficiently, Safely & Responsibly Identified Issues, Analyzed Information & Provided Solutions to Rectify any Problems as to Be able to Complete all Assigned Testing for Locations with the Highest Integrity & well Before Deadline Requirements
Work in Teams & with Other UPR Operating Areas to Complete Tasks in a Timely Manner as well as Participating in Team Projects, Providing Support & Guidance, Demonstrating an Ability to Work Collaboratively & Effectively
SKILLS &
CAPABILITIES
Hi-Pot (Isolation), Core-Ground
(Megger), Engineering
Documentation, Engineering, High
Energy Levels, Soldering,
Technology Trends, Medium
Voltage, High Voltage, EHV,
Technical Understanding, Skill
Development, SFRA, OA & DGA, TTR,
Power Factor, TCG, Dew-Point,
Network Security, Wiring
Schematics, One Lines, Equipment
Schematic Design & Utilization,
Multi-Meter Understanding &
Utilization, Capacitor, Hazard
Assessment, Pre/Post Transformer
Energize Testing, Substation Entry,
Di-Lo Cart Usage, FLIR Thermal
Camera, Mobile Transformer &
Capacitor Banks, Substation
Breaker Testing & Troubleshooting,
Root Cause Analysis, Lean Process
Analysis & Implementation,
Technical Support, Data Collection,
Smith Driving, Circuit Diagnostics,
Climbing, Switching & Tagging,
Grounding, Lifting & Rigging,
Stretch & Flexing, Confined Space
Air Quality, Confined Space Entry,
DC Battery, CT, Thermal, Bushing C1
& C2, DC Supply Maintenance &
Repair, PTC Devices Understanding,
Electronic Equipment Repair,
Diagnostic Abilities, Standards,
LABVIEW,
Diagnostic Abilities,
Power Systems,
Schematics Interpretation,
Operation System Software,
Signal Generators,
Electrical Component, Integration,
Electrical Grounding, Inspection,
2D & 3D Modeling
SYLVAN LEARNING CENTER
Math Tutor – Advanced Mathematics
FEBRUARY 2020 – NOVEMBER 2021 Victoria, Texas
Tutor Two (2) to Three (3) Students at a Time in One (1) Hour Sessions
Tutor Mostly High Level Mathematics (Algebra 2 – Differential Equations)
Tutor ASVAB, SAT, ACT, TSI & Texas Teacher Certification Testing
Communicate with People of all Age Levels (1st Grade thru College Age) Effectively Enough that they are able to Learn the Assigned Materials
Effectively Tutor People with all Types of Learning Disabilities (ADHD, Life Skills, Autism, Etc)
Actively Asses Individuals & Tailor Learning Plans for their Unique Needs & Learning Capabilities.
Conducted Individual Math Tutoring Program for Students Using Comprehensive Lesson Plans, Exams & Final Projects to Showcase Grasp of Material.
used Positive Reinforcement, Repetition & Review to Help Students Master Challenging Material.
Utilized Diverse Teaching Strategies & Resources to Help Students Better Understand Math Concepts.
Encouraged Students to Explore New Study & Calculation Methods to Promote Accountability & Accommodation of Individual Needs.
Supported Students in Development of Critical Thinking Skills & Perseverance to Persist with Challenging Tasks.
Administered Standardized Tests to Assess Student Strengths & Weaknesses. AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER TRANSMISSION
Transmission Tech Services - Electrical Field Engineer (Substation) April 2015 - December 2018 Victoria, Texas
Maintained the 'AEP – Troubled Capacitor Bank Database' for the Texas Region
Provided Information, Training, & Troubleshooting Assistance for Field, Utilized Equipment
Utilized GPS Phase Tracker & Phasing Sticks on Overhead Transmission Lines
Coordinated, & Supervised, Contractor Required Failed Substation Equipment Repair Projects
Responsible for Inspecting, Testing, Data Logging, & Approval of all Substation Related Transformer Deliveries in my Region
Responsible for Substation DC Battery Detail Inspection Reviews & Data Logging
Logged Asset Information, Testing, Commissioning & Maintenance Data & Uploaded Associated Documents into AEP Transmission's Database (IPS)
Oversaw Installations, & Completed Commissioning Data Reviews of AEP Transmission Asset Health Monitoring Equipment Projects on Regional 345kv Transformers
Responsible for Documenting & Resolving any Substation Service Reported, Unresolved, Maintenance Issue, (UMI), Notifications in my Region
Contributed as a Member of AEP Substation DC, Capacitor Bank, Instrument Transformer Standards Committees & IPS Templates Design Team
Familiar with Mobile Capacitor Banks & Mobile Transformers
Familiar with Power Distribution, & Transmission Equipment: Utilizing AC Line Voltages from 120V thru 345Kv.
Designed & Approved Power Distribution Requirements for Facility Construction.
Designed Electrical Products & Systems Based on Client Briefs.
Evaluated Project Scope to Estimate Costs & Set Timelines for Project Delivery.
Evaluated & Identified Opportunities to Improve Performance of Electrical Systems.
Rendered Technical Drawings & Electrical Systems Specifications Exceeding Company Standards.
Coordinated with Vendors to Identify & Procure Appropriate Equipment Necessary for Project Completion.
Monitored Installation & Operations to Consistently meet Rigorous Customer Requirements COMMUNICATION &
ACCOUNTABILITY
Job Briefing Conduction, Team
Player, Team Management,
Excellent Telephone Etiquette,
Interpersonal Communication,
Customer Service,
Remote Office Availability.
Multitasking Abilities.
Analytical & Critical Thinking,
PPE use, Teamwork &
Collaboration,
Effective Communicator, Safe,
Safety Awareness, Ethical, Honest,
Self-Starter, Highly Motivated,
Accountable, Reliable, Common-
Sense Problem Solving, Reporting
Requirements, Time Reporting,
Company Credit Card (Expense
Reporting), Company Vehicle,
Company Cell Phone, Accident &
Near Miss Reporting, Personal
Mileage Submission, Ethics, Safety,
TWIC Card, Multi-Disciplinary
Collaboration, Documentation
Skills
HEAVY
EQUIPMENT
OPERATION
Forklift, Boom-lift, Skid Steer,
Tractors W/ Implements, Mowers,
Trenchers
OTHER
Able to Lift 50 to 100 Lbs, & very
Knowledgeable with Hand, Power,
& Pneumatic Tool Operation, very
Familiar with AEP Texas Distribution
Standards for Overhead &
Underground: Pertaining to Both
Residential & Commercial
Customers, Familiar with AEP
Transmission Substation Standards
Transmission Tech Services - Electrical Field Engineer (Substation) Continued…
Assisted in Installation of Electrical Systems & Components for Commercial & Industrial Applications.
Evaluated Power Needs for Various Systems.
Mentored Junior Engineers & New Hires in Job-Specific Tasks & Applications of Electrical Processes.
Conducted Projects & Performance Presentations to Clients & Company Executives.
used Established Formulae to Calculate Current Loads & Short Circuit Currents.
Provided On-Site Engineering & Technical Services During Installation & Fielding Processes.
Performed Maintenance Procedures & Repairs on Existing Electrical Products & Systems.
Inspected Completed Installations to Observe Operations & Verify Conformance to Design & Equipment Specifications.
Supervised Construction & Commissioning on Substation Equipment.
Monitored Manufacturing Operations of Electrical Devices for Compliance with Safety Protocols.
Read & Analyzed Blueprints & Project Documentation to Develop Workflows & Strategy.
Inspected & Performed Reliability Testing for Designed Systems & Third-Party Installations.
Maintained a High Standard of Safety in the Field, on the Road, at the Office, & at Home
Upheld Great Communication, as well as Cooperation, with all Personnel & Customers
Made Every Effort to Achieve Team Goals, Resulting in the Best Possible Outcomes, within Estimated Project Deadlines
AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER - TEXAS
Distribution Design Engineer IV
January 2013 - April 2015 El Campo, Texas
Planned, Designed & Prepared Cost Estimates for Construction of AEP Services
Conducted Field Data Surveys to Aid in Timely & Efficient Project Preparations
Obtained Customer Information in Order meet their Electrical Service Needs
Received Training in the use of LD-Pro Software Suite, STORMS, & JERI
Designed, & Prepared Necessary Easements for Customer Equipment Installs – Distribution
Maintained Open Lines of Communication with Customers, & AEP Distribution Personnel
Assisted with the Emergency Restoration of Power Response Efforts – After Outages Related to Hazardous Weather in North Texas & Local Regions (South Texas & Valley Areas)
Trained in Distribution Planning & Easement Design & Acquisition for Power Distribution Installations
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
English Spanish French
REFERENCES
Artis Karnei - Manager of Distribution Customer Design - AEP Texas In Corpus Christi
Tom Cardenas III - Protection & Control Manager - AEP Texas in Corpus Christi
Patrick Rackley - Continuous Improvement Manager in Utility Tech Solutions - AEP Texas In Corpus Christi
Collins Nwosu - Telecom Region Operations Manager - AEP Texas In Corpus Christi Contact Information Available Upon Request