Electrical Engineer Engineering
Resume:
Joel W. Adams Joel Wayne Adams
Cumming, GA 30041
Phone: 943-***-****
E-MAIL: *****.*****@*****.***
EDUCATION
University of North Florida, Jacksonville, FL -
BS Electrical Engineering
GPA 3.33
Graduated April 1999
Florida State College at Jacksonville, FL -
AA General Education
GPA 3.81
Graduated June 1993
EXPERIENCE
Ingles Supermarket, West Union, SC
Dairy Stocker
March 2017- June 2023.
Stocking, inventory, ensuring fresh product at all times, with no product presented to the customer past the sell-by date, and maintaining the cleanliness of the department. Compassionate/Hospice Caregiver, West Union, SC
Compassionate/Hospice Caregiver
March 2017- January 26, 2022 (End of Probate)
This role reinforced my ability to handle stressful situations with compassion in caregiving, and maintaining calm under pressure while providing unwavering support. The ability to provide full-time, dedicated care to my partner during her terminal illness, ensuring her comfort, dignity, and emotional well-being.
Managed complex medical routines, including medication administration, symptom monitoring, and coordination with healthcare professionals. Assisted with daily living activities, such as mobility support, personal hygiene, and meal preparation, tailored to her needs and preferences. All while maintaining a nurturing, patient, and empathetic environment to support her emotional health during a challenging time. Communicated effectively with family members and medical teams to ensure a cohesive care plan and addressed changing needs promptly. This role reinforced and proved my ability to handle stressful situations with grace, prioritize compassion in caregiving, and remain calm under pressure while providing unwavering support. OBJECTIVE
Dedicated professional seeking a
part-time or full-time position in a field
related to environmental or conservation
science, engineering, or animal care and
support. Eager to leverage extensive
engineering expertise and a passion for
sustainability to contribute to meaningful
projects that protect natural ecosystems
and promote environmental stewardship.
SKILLS
AutoCAD® 2011, MicroStation, and
SPEL (SmartPlant Electrical)
Microsoft Office® products: Word,
PowerPoint, Excel, and Access.
Troubleshooting, repair, and
maintenance of propulsion plant
equipment
United States Navy Schools include:
Oxygen Acetylene Cutting & Brazing,
R-12 Refrigeration Maintenance and
Repair, O2 Generator Operation,
Maintenance, and Repair, 4500 psi Air
and 3000 psi Hydraulic systems, and
Operation and Repair of All Atmosphere
Control Equipment.
CERTIFICATIONS
Retired Professional Engineer registered
with the South Carolina State Board of
Registration for Professional Engineers
and Land Surveyors. Registration No.
24795 and Retirement Date: July 1, 2018
Formerly, I am a licensed professional
engineer registered with the West
Virginia State Board of Registration for
Professional Engineers to practice
engineering. Registration No. 022021
and Registration Date: Not Renewed for
2018
AMEC Foster Wheeler, Atlanta, GA and Greenville, SC Senior Electrical Engineer
March 2015 - March 2017
Responsibilities:
Provision of electrical engineering services for detailed engineering to support the design and construction phase for a variety of projects.
Projects:
Resolute Forestry Products - Tissue Project Paper Machines 1 & 2 for tissue production. Dominion Power - Wet to Dry Fly Ash Conversion Project Duke Energy - Hines Chiller Inlet Air Chilling Project Phoenix - Recovery Boiler Design.
Professional Project Services, Inc., Oak Ridge National Laboratory Site, Oakridge, TN
Electrical Engineer IV
June 2013 - February 2015
UHF/VHF Trunked Radio Installation at the TVA’s Sequoyah, Watt’s Bar, and Browns Ferry Nuclear Power Plants. Two Trains Required for Safe Shutdown. Fluor/TRS, Greenville, SC
Electrical Engineer IV
December 2011 - April 2013
Eagle Nickel Development Project (Kennecott Eagle Minerals) Lead electrical engineer responsible for the electrical design and Construction of the Concentrator and Load-out buildings.
Shaw Power, Nuclear Division, Charlotte, NC
Electrical Engineer II
November 2008 - March 2011
AP1000 (Westinghouse) Domestic Design Finalization Project: performed a variety of engineering work in the initial planning and design phases of the project for the design and construction of the standard fission power plant in the USA. Duke Energy, Oconee Nuclear Site, Seneca, SC
Nuclear Equipment Operator
February 2008 - August 2008
Basic Operator Training (BOT) Course (3-month duration; completed on May 16, 2008 with 92% average).
Introduction to Systems Specific (ISS) Training (3-month duration; incomplete on August 18, 2008).
Jacobs Engineering, Greenville, SC
Electrical Engineer
May 2006 - January 2008
Projects:
Chevron Wastewater Effluent Treatment Project: Designed the Power Control Room (PCR) SUNCOR Energy: Designed lighting and performed lighting calculations for the sulphur complex upgrade on the Voyageur shale oil recovery project. International Paper (IP) ONYX Project: Worked as a member of a team to design the power distribution. Following completion of the design, assigned to work closely with IP and BE&K
(the construction contractor) in Pensacola, FL supporting the construction effort. cellNet® Technology, Inc. (formerly a div. of Schlumberger RMS), West Union, SC
Hardware Design Engineer
September 2000 - May 2006
Involved in all phases (i.e. initial design, PCB layout, etc., with particular emphasis on the design of the 917.58 MHz aperture antenna) utilized within the Landis+Gyr FOCUS Interleaving EndPoint project.
General Dynamics Defense Systems, Groton, CT
Field Engineer
November 1999 - August 2000
Assisted in the development of the Eastern Range Test Facility (ERTF), installation, and modification procedures, for both electrical hardware and mechanical structures. Secret Security Clearance required.
W. W. Grainger Industrial and Commercial Supply, Jacksonville, FL Senior Customer Service Representative
October 1991 - May 1997
Assisted customers in the diagnosis of various mechanical and electrical system defects and prepared orders for repair parts.
United States Navy, USS George C. Marshall (SSBN-654)(Gold) Submarine Machinist Mate Second Class/Qualified Submarines January 1985 – October 1990
E-5, Machinist Mate 2nd Class/Submarines; Responsibilities included diagnosis, repair, and operation of shipboard auxiliary systems: hydraulic systems (3000 psig), high-pressure air systems (4500 psig), and O2 generation equipment.
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