Executive Design Engineer
Resume:
S.W. “CHIP” STAPLES, JR.
***********@*****.***
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
Dynamic and innovative technology executive with consistently proven success and comprehensive expertise in operations, executive management, strategic planning, and execution in Engineering, Construction, Data Analytics, Cyber Security, and Information Technology.
Demonstrated leadership in multiple executive roles with increasing responsibilities in business operations and development from start-ups, corporate restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, product development and process efficiency.
Technically sophisticated with quick mastery of new information and emerging technologies. Excellent communicator, engaging presenter, and champion of strategic partnerships/alliances. Subject Matter Expert (SME) in program development and organizational restructuring.
U.S. Military Veteran: Served as Naval Intelligence Analyst with Joint Military Intelligence Command and with the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA).
Executive Competencies
Key Partnerships & Collaborative Alliances
Business Development & Management
Predictive Analytics & Performance Metrics
Cost Control & Budgetary Administration
Cyber Security & Internet of Things (IoT)
Global Operational Leadership
Operations Analysis / Process Improvements
Financial & Commodity Markets
Product & Program Development Initiatives
Full Life Cycle Project Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CHICAGO BRIDGE & IRON, INC. - CAPITAL SERVICES – New York / The Woodlands, TX 2016-Present
Revenue $2.3B (2017) and 17K Employees. Industries: Oil & Gas, Power, Government, Construction, and Industrial.
Chief Technology and Innovation Officer: Reported to Chief Executive Officer
Led development and new territory penetration strategies for multiple operational areas of the business. Established, cultivated, and maintained critical alliances with numerous high-profile corporations and senior executives. Managed strategic opportunities and positioned units for continued growth. Developed and integrated multiple operational initiatives.
Founded a Predictive Analytics Operating Group in partnership with GE Digital and Baker-Hughes. Program is projected to yield $14M-$23M in cost savings for customers with implementation across all business units.
Built a $4M Monitoring and Diagnostic (M&D) Center to track Big Data and serve as a global data hub.
Designed and drove an innovative growth initiative for new product development, providing budgetary oversight of $32M, with projected revenues of $47M and project cost recovery of $124M.
Expanded the Power Maintenance Business Unit into Canadian nuclear market and was lead executive for all customer and partner relationships. Estimated bookings for 2018 of $130M.
CHICAGO BRIDGE & IRON, INC. – The Woodlands, TX / Charlotte, NC 2014-2016
Revenue $12.98 (2015) and 55K Employees. Industries: Oil & Gas, Power, Government, Construction, and Industrial.
Executive Managing Director of Strategic Operations: Reported to Executive Vice President
Directed organizational re-engineering and start-up of new Decommissioning and Deconstruction business. Led multiple joint ventures and collaborative relationship building. Created and implemented development strategies, including mergers and acquisitions and innovative business plans, for new start-ups of Predictive Analytics and Monitoring, Cyber Security, and Plant Engineering businesses.
Spearheaded a $150M merger and acquisition with private equity and investment banking firms.
Launched a Disaster and Emergency Response Program in partnership with a Fortune 500 insurance brokerage to provide recovery equipment services to victims of flooding in Northeastern U.S.
Managed and provided oversight of $400M in mergers and acquisition targets with accompanying transition and implementation action plans. Technologies included: automated welding, weld overlay, non-destructive examination, and valve inspection/repair.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE…Continued
AREVA N.P., INC. – Charlotte, NC / Lynchburg, VA 2009-2014
Revenue $8.86B (2014) and 45K Employees. Industries: Nuclear Energy, Engineering, Fuel, and Decommissioning.
Executive Director of Nuclear Operations: Reported to North American CEO and Executive Team
Managed multiple operations programs in nuclear engineering, innovation, and technology to determine areas for improvement, opportunities for growth, and avenues for future development. Project-managed the execution of strategic action plans.
Pioneered the first-ever $85M SAFER Emergency Response Program in the US nuclear industry. Designed and executed the business strategies, established key procurement relationships, and created pricing models. Facilitated all collaborative meetings with the industry chairman, leadership committees, and industry groups.
Initiated an industry-wide inventory pooling program with participation of all major nuclear utility fleets. Program projected $100M - $180M (5% - 9%) in annual O&M costs savings.
Increased sales by 350% within the first year through restructuring of the Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) business unit. Created strategic alliance with Rolls-Royce.
Crafted the Cyber Security business plan for new start-up business in partnership with Northrop-Grumman.
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Innovative Computer Solutions, Inc. / ICS Application Services – Washington, D.C.
Senior Vice President of Operations
Vice President of Engineering and Projects
Babcock & Wilcox – Special Products Division, US Naval Systems – Lynchburg, VA
Project Manager
Design Engineer
Defense Intelligence Agency (United States Naval Reserve) – Washington D.C.
Intelligence Analyst
EDUCATION, AFFILIATIONS, AND LICENSURE
Bachelor of Science (M.S. – Combined Program) in Mechanical Engineering, Old Dominion University – Norfolk, VA
Harvard Data Analytics Program, Harvard Business School – Cambridge, MA (on-going)
Class A – Licensed General Contractor
Member of the Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI) Cyber Security Task Force
Recipient of the Nuclear Energy Assembly Top Innovative Practice Award – National SAFER Response Centers
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AND VOLUNTEERISM
Founding Chairperson of Technology Advisory Committee for Lynchburg City Schools
Mentor at Virginia Governor’s School of Science and Technology
Founder of Families in Need Children’s Charity
INDUSTRY RELATIONSHIPS AND ENGAGEMENTS
Power & Energy: Westinghouse, General Electric, Babcock & Wilcox, AREVA/Framatome, Rolls-Royce,
SNC-Lavalin, Bruce Power, Exelon Generation, Southern Company, BWXT Canada
Ontario Power Generation
Technology: Northup-Grumman, GE Digital, Verizon, Microsoft, IBM, HP, Checkpoint, Intel
Automotive: Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Porsche, Land Rover, Jaguar, General Motors, Ford
Financial: GE Capital/GE Financial Services/Genworth, ADP, Bank of America, JP Morgan Chase
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