Project Manager Engineer
Resume:
Kevin Hodge, E.I.T.
Raleigh, NC 27616
abnrhm@r.postjobfree.com
Power Systems and Energy Management
Profession:
U.S. Citizen
Nationality:
Years of
14 years
Experience:
M.S. Electrical Engineering
Education:
North Carolina State University, NC (present, post-graduate)
B.S. Electrical Engineering
Howard University, Washington DC (1995)
Principal Engineer
Position:
Through the combination of electric utility, commercial and industrial facility operations,
Summary:
energy management, and consulting, Mr. Hodge brings a diverse and devoted knowledge
base to the Power Systems and Energy Management profession. Further, his industry
knowledge and keen business sense allows him to define, analyze, convey, and
implement technical solutions for key stakeholders, relative to business needs and
constraints.
As energy program manager for IBM’s Research Triangle Park, Mr. Hodge led a project
team that developed and implemented energy efficient projects, standards, and cost
reduction metrics to increase corporate profitability, becoming the impetus and standard
throughout the corporation. Mr. Hodge brings a demonstrated proficiency in the areas of
supply and demand side energy engineering, coupled with operational and maintenance
knowledge of Boilers, Chillers, Air Handling Units, Computer Room Air Conditioners,
Building Automation Systems, and Lighting control schemes. Additionally, Mr. Hodge
brings strong technical skill in the design, construction, maintenance, and analysis of
overhead and underground electric utility distribution systems coupled with transmission
capacity planning.
Experience:
Quanta Technology – Raleigh, NC
10/07 –
Principal Engineer
Provides quantitative and qualitative expertise, analysis, guidance, support, and training on
best practices and technologies to help electric utilities and industrial customers achieve
optimal performance, better manage risk, and improve system reliability. Key projects:
Distributed Generation – 60MW Wind Farm Development
Modeling, analysis, and technical recommendations for the construction and
interconnection of distributed wind generation. Analysis included, but was not limited to:
Load Flow, Short Circuit, Grounding Grid analysis – Substation and Towers, Reactive
power analysis and, Stability.
System Reliability – 68MW Petro Chemical/Industrial
Technical Project Manager – Condition assessment and reliability analysis of distribution
system, 69KV to 480V. Included, but was not limited to:
Dissolved Gas Analysis, SF-6 and Oil circuit breakers, Network design and topology,
Co-generation operations, Motor management, HV disconnect switches, Unit substations
and, Engineering and maintenance practices.
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Kevin Hodge, E.I.T.
8312 Neuse Rapids Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27616
abnrhm@r.postjobfree.com
System Operations and Reliability – Nuclear Generation
Technical Project Manager – Condition based assessment, single point failure analysis,
and contingency plan development for nuclear generation facilities. Emphasis on risk
mitigation and use of Live-Line Barehand work techniques and leading industry
technology, LineMaster Robotic Arm, techniques and process for Nuclear Generation.
International Business Machine – Raleigh, NC
01/99 – 10/07
05/04 – 10/07 Energy Program Manager
• Managed corporate utilities budget in excess of $10M.
• Managed energy efficient operations for 4 million square feet of development, office,
data center, warehouse, and lab space servicing 18,000 employees.
• Developed and managed annual strategic energy efficiency, conservation, and cost
avoidance projects and measures for corporate energy reduction.
• Performed futures market analysis and presented commodity market forecast and
risk assessments to executive management.
• Developed and executed long and short term fuel contracts in accordance with
facility operations and market trends, for the procurement of oil and natural gas.
• Developed and managed the strategic plan and efficient use of energy commodities
such as Electricity, Oil, and Natural Gas.
• Developed and managed fuel source optimization and daily operations for the
generation of chilled water relative to Real-Time/Hourly pricing – 200,000 gals
thermal storage, steam relative to Oil/Natural Gas pricing, and compressed air in
accordance with site projections and monthly performance.
• Developed and presented to executive management with approval, the design and
installation of a 12MW Electrode Boiler for steam generation.
• Performed technical reviews for all electrical and mechanical facility modifications,
for energy efficient compliance.
• Served as technical lead for corporate energy efficiency, operation, and
standardization of central utility plants worldwide.
• Coordinated and managed the daily operation of Air Handling Units and lighting
schedules via Siemens building automation system for optimal energy efficiency.
07/01 – 05/04 Facilities Planner
• Managed the design, construction, maintenance, personnel logistics, and served as
business unit real estate support for commercial real estate portfolio in excess of 2.7
million square feet of office, data center, development, and lab space servicing
12,000 employees. Responsibilities included, but were not limited to: customer and
executive relations, project negotiation, project management, personnel and business
unit relocations, LAN/Phone/Printer configuration, construction, facility
modification, divestitures, and acquisitions.
01/99 - 07/01 Electrical Systems Engineer
• Developed and managed the site strategy, design, construction, and preventative
maintenance of 13.2kV electrical distribution system, life safety, security, corporate
communication, and RFISM systems in excess of 7M square feet for
Raleigh/Durham facilities.
• Performed electrical and energy efficiency project reviews for all facility
modifications.
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Kevin Hodge, E.I.T.
8312 Neuse Rapids Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27616
abnrhm@r.postjobfree.com
Developed and managed preventative maintenance switching operations for 13.2kV
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electrical distribution system.
Performed injection testing of molded case and draw-out breakers, TTR, and unit
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substation preventative maintenance for 13.2kV electrical distribution system.
Served as Electrical Systems Engineer for $40M site renovation of office, lab, and
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data center facilities.
Commonwealth Edison – Chicago, IL
05/95 – 01/99
05/98 – 01/99 Transmission Capacity Planner
Performed load flow analysis, feasibility studies for future independent power
producers, and developed system capacity plans in accordance with load growth,
import and export capabilities, system reliability, and power quality for transmission
system up to 765kV.
07/96 – 05/98 Distribution Construction Engineer
• Designed overhead, underground, and network distribution service projects in
compliance with utility guidelines for industrial, commercial, and residential
customers.
• Prepared and managed service contracts, standard-vs-required cost analysis, and
easement agreements for industrial, commercial, and residential customers.
• Managed the scheduling and delivery of distribution equipment for construction.
• Coordinated and facilitated meetings with commercial and residential developers,
electricians, residential owners, and distribution crews in adherence to project
schedule and target completion dates and budget.
• Coordinated with distribution crew to identify, isolate, and rebuild distribution
system during storm restoration.
05/95 - 07/96 Transmission and Distribution System Engineer
• Developed financial and performance indicating tools to measure divisional
performance, budgets, and critical operations for the transmission and distribution
division. Prepared and presented monthly measurements to transmission and
distribution executive management.
Professional Development:
• Renewable Electric Generation with Wind Systems, North Carolina State-Renewable
Energy Technologies, Diploma Series
• LineMaster Robotic Arm – Level I Certified
• Engineering Intern, North Carolina, 2000
• Fundamentals of Project Management – PMI
• Contracting for Project Managers – PMI
• Consulting in a Customer Environment – IBM
• Basic Budgeting – IBM
Professional Affiliations:
• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Power Engineering Society
• American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers
SKM, ETAP, CAPE, PSS/E
Software Applications:
MS Excel, Word, Access, Project, Power Point
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