Engineer Electrical
Resume:
Levon Shakarian
Phone: 647-***-****
E-Mail: ***********@*****.***
Professional Summary
Professional engineering experience in energy efficiency; energy management and development of energy-efficiency retrofit projects for commercial and industrial facilities; skillful in developing energy conservation techniques and sustainable practices; audit; analysis, demand management, public speaking and marketing. Experienced with utilities sponsored Energy-Efficiency Rebate programs. "Hands-on" experience with installation of lighting, controls and electrical systems.
Experience
September 2010 to August 2012
ICF International Albany, NY
Associate - Energy Specialist
Provided technical program support to Trade Allies and customers of NY state utilities for the Commercial and Industrial Rebate Programs Reviewed and analyzed applications for lighting, motors, pumps, chillers, VFD, air compressors, HVAC, boilers, insulation, building envelope, and other energy-efficiency measures Verified and/or calculated load reduction and performance criteria; examined and selected appropriate energy efficiency measures Reviewed and assessed applications for eligibility, costs and benefits Verified utilities' energy efficiency program requirements and policies; conducted audits of lighting, air compressors, and HVAC to verify installation and operation requirements Provided ongoing support for the submission and completion of qualified projects Helped team members with issues related to energy efficiency projects and programs.
October 2009 to February 2008
AEC Engineering Inc Toronto, Ontario
Energy Conservation Consultant
Performed detailed engineering audits and developed energy-efficient retrofit projects for federal government buildings located in Northern Ontario.
Developed projects estimated to reduce annual energy usage by 62.2% and GHG emissions by 64.5 tons.
Recommended sustainable energy resources and carbon management.
August 2007 to July 2008
Saint-Gobain Containers Inc PES Madera, CA
Energy Engineer
Identified energy conservation opportunities in the 24/7 operation glass manufacturing plant
Implemented replacement of inefficient lighting systems (Payback 2.4 years)
Developed low/no-cost energy conservation projects (est. savings>2.03 MkWh/yr.)
Implemented a comprehensive compressed air leaks repair program (est. savings 3.0 MkWh/yr.)
Examined operation and performance of compressed air system and instrumentation, HVAC, dust collectors, conveyors, lighting, ovens, burners, insulation, doors, windows, and water usage
Engineered and coordinated the implementation of energy conservation initiatives and projects for lighting, controls, HVAC, motors, motor drives, conveyors and building envelope components
Implemented installation of programmable thermostats, controls, and economizers for RTU
Researched and purchased energy efficient equipment and performed field measurement
Identified and recommended energy waste reduction initiatives for furnaces and ovens
Performed Ashrae level 1 and 2 audits
Researched and developed lighting and photovoltaics projects
Developed power curtailment plan; utilized energy saving incentives and rebates
Implemented plant-wide energy awareness and energy usage culture change
Formed energy efficiency committee for energy reduction initiatives
Promoted energy conservation programs and environmental awareness
Wrote articles on practical ways to reduce energy waste
Provided technical support to engineering and maintenance staff
September 2005 to June 2006
Arctic Energy Alliance, Yellowknife,, (NWT) Canada
Energy Management Consultant
Conducted comprehensive energy audits of commercial, retail and residential facilities Developed energy efficiency projects and programs Implemented energy-efficient lighting programs, water conservation, building envelope, and heating system retrofit improvements
Provided technical assistance to clients in applying for federal and territorial funding programs Implemented Natural Resources Canada task to analyze problems with air infiltration and moisture migration in the low-income residential housing facilities in Inuvik, NWT.
September 2001 to October 2004
General Motors Corporation Buffalo, NY
Energy Engineer
Performed detailed energy audits of the 4.3 million square feet manufacturing plant
Reduced energy consumption of the plant: electricity by 11.2% and natural gas by 13.5% Developed and implemented a comprehensive compressed air leaks repair program; estimated annual energy savings $285,300.
Additional savings resulted from the cost avoidance of renting air compressors at $500,000/year
Implemented wide range of energy efficiency improvements throughout the plant, including load management and a power curtailment plan
Analyzed electrical, mechanical and construction drawings and control diagrams Developed "Energy Shutdown Scorecard".
Reviewed tenders and purchase orders Initiated and implemented plant-wide energy awareness and energy culture change by conducting seminars, presentations, meetings and writing articles in newsletters
Formed and managed energy-efficiency committees.
July 1987 to June 1999
Toronto Hydro Toronto, Ontario
Energy Conservation Representative
Conducted detailed energy audits of commercial and residential buildings
Provided customers with information pertaining to efficient use of energy Installed compact fluorescent lamps, showerheads and other energy saving devices
Performed power quality and heat loss calculations for residential and commercial clients
Marketed energy-efficiency programs; presented seminars, workshops and shows
Sold energy efficient products.
November 1999 to December 2000
Levon's Electric Toronto, Ontario
Electrical Contractor
???Upgraded, installed, and rewired residential electrical services, lighting, lighting controls, receptacles and appliances
Education
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Post-Graduate diploma
SAIT Polytechnic ,
Energy Management and Energy Utilization
SAIT Polytechnic ,
Diploma Electrical Engineering Technology
Professional Affiliations
Association of Energy Engineers
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