Eid Al-Mowallad
*** ******** *****, ***** ******, MN 55124
E-mail: abh874@r.postjobfree.com Cell: 651-***-****
Summary
A mechanical engineering professional with over eight years of diverse
experience in engineering and operations for Fortune 100 companies, who
partners with leadership to develop innovative strategies and successfully
lead implementation. Comprehensive hands-on expertise in HVAC operation,
energy management systems, and project management. Demonstrated ability to
maximize economic and environmental performance, and embrace
sustainability.
Experience
General Mills, Inc - World Headquarters, Minneapolis, MN
2003-2009
US General Services Administration, Ft Snelling, MN
2002-2003
Building Operations Engineer
. Responsible for managing the design and operation of mechanical
systems for a two million square foot campus that includes vast multi-
functioning space including clinic/ laboratories, culinary kitchens,
grocery store, mall space, high-end conference center, production
studio, data center, office/cubicle space and light manufacturing
/food processing,
. Trained, managed, monitored, troubleshot, modified and maintained all
automated building systems, fire alarm system and energy management
system through (DDC) Direct Digital Control Software.
. Programmed, managed and operated two automated lighting systems to
meet company energy saving objectives. Reviewed and recommend
technology applications to digitize manual processes.
. Reduced operational expenses by over 15% by instituting new
fulfillment procedures.
. Managed and operated large plant of 36,000 tons cooling capacity and
1400 hp of heating capacity, plus two emergency power generators.
. Managed and maintained air handling units, fan coils, and variable air
volume units, a\c units, and exhausts fans to meet the environmental,
heath and safety standards.
. Recommended to management improvements to procedures, schedules, and
facilities to enhance the quality of services provided &/or energy
efficiency.
. Managed and maintained building equipment needs and recommended
changes to meet environmental, heath/safety standards and increase
energy efficiency.
. Implemented strategies to achieve lowest total costs, effective asset
management, continuous quality improvement, delivery, and overall
internal customer satisfaction.
. Conducted on-site analysis and data collection to develop and execute
energy plans to building control systems to improve power usage,
temperature control, building ventilation, air quality.
. Performed analysis tests; maintain logs, and prioritize/document
preventive maintenance with software to justify cost resolution on
repair/replacement.
. Participated in decision making meetings for new improvement projects
to develop scope of work, manage project schedules and
coordinate/direct personnel during construction projects.
. Provided prompt and courteous response to customer requests. Work
closely and effectively with supervisors and employees to ensure a
cooperative working environment and their environmental efforts/issues
are achieved.
The Toro Company, Bloomington MN
2000-2001
Quality Assurance Engineer
. Worked with designers to validate and insure quality of products before
releasing into final production.
. Involved, communicated and reviewed specific findings with the product
teams and designers to ensure that issues were clearly defined and
understood.
. Verified the accuracy of operation manuals by testing systems based
upon the companies specified criteria, state, federal, and
international code.
. Revamped products, training and operation manuals; filmed with a
digital camera and edited material for many products.
. Conducted needed analysis for design, development & delivery. Validated
and notified designers of any assembly, design problems or flaws in
manufacture.
. Facilitated problem-solving meetings with design and production
engineering departments.
. Responsible for set-up validation and reporting on quality issues found
in pre-production and post-production vehicles, traction units and
cutter & blower units for commercial, consumer and landscape/contractor
product lines.
. Reviewed design specifications, assembly drawings, manufacturing notes,
and operator manuals and then utilize this information to assemble the
products to assess their functionality and accuracy.
. Overall responsibility for full comprehension of products technical
systems; technical and engineering skills were necessary to accomplish
the objectives.
US General Services Administration, Fort Snelling, MN
2000
HVAC Engineer
. Worked with EMS & HVAC upgrades to gain experience managing the
development of both long and short term construction projects
(negotiated contracts, BOM's, specifications, blueprints, CAD;
coordinating with multiple contractors, consulting with client
agencies, analyzed and evaluated data in preparation of implementing
solutions and documented inspections of work completed).
. Received Federal Security Clearance - Completed FBI background check
and verification.
Institute of Technology, Saudi Arabia
1989-1995
Instructor
In the Automotive Engineering Technology program, students study the
design, development, testing, application, modification, and maintenance
of vehicles and their components for use in transportation systems.
. Designed, organized and instructed training by developing application,
use all available program labs to apply the theory taught in the
classrooms.
. Used computer controlled dynamometer to allow a variety of tests
including horsepower, curves, vehicle simulation, quarter mile sprint,
and passing acceleration.
. Instructed a central component lab with chassis dynamometer that
simulates the engine strain of realistic driving conditions and allows
data to be collected on emissions and fuel economy
. Managed engineering project labs to help students with classroom and
advanced projects
. Trained and instructed open lab hours, the latest industry-standard
technology and a computer lab experience requirement for many courses.
. Conceptualized & supervised mechanical alteration and custom-built
production of equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, University of Minnesota
Major Course Study: Engineering System Design
Minor Course Study: Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer
Automotive Engineering Technology, College of Technology, Saudi Arabia
Major Course Study: Design and Development
Minor Course Study: Emissions and Safety
Skills
. ISO/QS9000, BOS, BOMA, ASHRAE, SMACNA, EPA & OSHA Standards
. HVAC Operation and Design; Environmental and Industrial Safety
Standards. Mechanical Design and Control; Manufactory Processing; and
Computer Controlled Electrical Circuitry: Industrial Drawing
. Building Equipment Systems, UPS, Data Center Operation, Fire Alarm
System (Notifire), Chillers and Boilers Operation, Engine/Motor Testing
& Design; Hydraulic Systems; Automobile Technology
. Energy Management System (EMS), EMS Analyzer System: Niagara, Direct
Digital Controls (DDS), Honeywell, Siemens. Automated Lighting Systems:
Nexlight and WattStopper
. Software and Systems: Pro-E, ANSYS, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, EES,
Energy Management, Niagara, MS Windows, Unix, Video Editing, Satellite
Systems, Security Systems
. Hardware: Basic Stamp, LV Fire Alarms. Programming: C, FORTRAN, HTML
. Bilingual - English & Arabic
Licenses and Certification:
Chief Boiler License and Universal CFC License
Independently studying LEED Certification, Energy Star, Green Globes, PE
Licensing and Six Sigma Initiatives