Bennie Harris

Email: bh.3990@gmail.com

Cell: 520-221-5018

Electrical, Project Engineer, Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T.), Maintenance Engineer, Technician, Electrician, Solar

 

RESUME

 

OBJECTIVE

To continue to contribute to the Engineering and Technology industries.

 

EDUCATION

 

EIT – Registered Electrical Engineer In Training (March 2014) (Certification # 11859)

 

June 2015 to July 2015

Kaplan Clean Tech Education

Advanced Solar Photovoltaics (PV) Training (NABCEP Test Prep)

PV Course Emphasis:

40-hour course covers a wide range of topics, including current industry standards for photovoltaic system design and installation best practices. Calculate basic electricity values, Identify the elements of PV systems, Recognize important PV terms, History of PV, Identify consumers of PV technology, Recognize advantages and disadvantages of PV systems, Identify types of PV systems, Understand daily and annual solar variations, Understand the importance of PV location, Techniques for shading analysis, Calculate electricity production from a PV system.

 

April 2015 to June 2015

Kaplan Clean Tech Education

Entry Level Solar Photovoltaics (PV) Training (NABCEP Test Prep)

PV Course Emphasis:

18 hour course covers the requirements of the NABCEP Certification and PV Design and Installation Training. Calculate basic electricity values, Identify the elements of PV systems, Recognize important PV terms, History of PV, Identify consumers of PV technology, Recognize advantages and disadvantages of PV systems, Identify types of PV systems, Understanding daily and annual solar variations, Understand the importance of PV location, Learn about techniques for shading analysis, Be able to calculate electricity production from a PV system, Learn about additional resources and solar energy employment opportunities.

 

March 2015 to August 2015

Kaplan University

Power Electrical Engineering (Review Course for NCEES Professional Engineer Exam)

Course Emphasis:

Power Systems I, Power Systems II and Protection, Transmission Lines, Transformers and NEC Rotating Machines, Fault Calculations, Power Performance, Measurements and Instrumentation, PLC/VFD/Econ.

 

 

 

 

 

October 2003

DEVRY University (ABET Accredited) Phoenix, AZ

Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology

BSEET Course Emphasis 

Electrical Systems, Transformers, AC / DC Analysis and Design, Digital Circuits Systems Analysis and Design, Analog Circuits and System Design Microcontrollers, Microprocessor Software and Hardware Design, Analog and Digital Signal Processing, Analog and Digital Filter Design, Analog and Digital Feedback Control Systems, LABVIEW VI Design, Data Acquisition software and hardware, MATHCAD, MATLAB, VHDL Design, Embedded Systems, Visual C++, Assemble Language.

 

June 2001

DEVRY University (ABET Accredited) Phoenix, AZ

Associate of Applied Science in Electronics and Computer Technology

GPA 3.72 Dean's List

AAS Course Emphasis

Electrical Fundamentals, AC / DC Troubleshooting, Semiconductor Devices Troubleshooting, Electronics Control System Troubleshooting, RF and Digital Communications, Ladder Logic (PLC’s), Microcontrollers, Modems, PC Hardware Troubleshooting, MS Office, NOS, Windows NT Server, Windows Server, Linux, IEEE 802.X OSI Model, TCP / IP and IPX / SPX, Client Operating Systems, Windows Systems, A+ and Network+ Certification Preparation.

 

June 1993

Randolph Career and Technical Center Detroit, MI

Certificate of Completion in Electrical Construction

Course Emphasis

Electrical Theory, Fundamentals of Wiring, Metal Conduit Pipe Bending, Fundamentals of Relays, NEC Electrical Code.

 

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

EIT – Registered Electrical Engineer In Training (March 2014)

NABCEP Photovoltaic Entry Level Certification

IMSA - Traffic Signal Technician Level I & II

IMSA - Traffic Signal Inspector

IMSA - Lighting Technician, IMSA - Fiber Optics Technician Level I & II

IMSA – Fiber Optics Technician Level I & II

ACI - American Concrete Institute – Field Technician Level-1

ATTI - Arizona Technical Testing Institute

OSHA – 30 hour Safety Training

ECC – Erosion Control Coordinator

 

Heavy DOT Construction Training

ADOT Supervisory Academy, Daily Diary Documentation, Force Accounting , Seeding Inspection, Earthwork Subgrade Subbase & Base, Major Concrete Inspection (Substructures, Superstructures), Bituminous (Asphalt Concrete Plants, Asphalt Concrete Paving, Tack Coats), Roadside Safety Devices, Basic Surveying, Earthwork (Excavation & Embankment, Pipe Placement), Incidental Concrete Structures, PCCP Paying, Highway Plans Reading, Cost Estimating, Construction Progress Estimate, Coaching Techniques, Irrigation, Landscape, Change Orders, Construction Management Program, Partnering in the Field, Safety Training (OSHA, CPR & AED, First Aid), Electrical Training (Lockout/Tag Out, NEC, NESC, Power Distribution, Lighting Systems, OSP Fiber Optics Networks, Traffic Signals)

 

WORK EXPERIENCE

08/04/14 – 04/01/15 Gannett Fleming (PDC)

 

Project Engineer / Manager

Responsible for constructing electrical construction projects. Scope of work includes reviewing electrical and communications plans and specifications. Responsible for installation of conduits, electrical systems consisting of Electricals Distribution system for power, step up and down transformers, fiber optic networks, and Communication Node (Hub) buildings, electronics systems consisting of controllers, detection systems, Ethernet switches, power supplies, CCTV cameras, Responsibility includes schedule and QC/QA, applying the NEC Code, coordinating with suppliers. Responsibility includes managing purchase orders, creating and managing CMP schedules, Coordinating with Suppliers, and representing the prime contractor in construction meeting with state and local governments.

 

10/11/05 – 08/04/14 ADOT-State of Arizona (Phoenix Construction District)

Project Supervisor

Responsible for administering electrical and civil projects for the State of Arizona including QC/QA, inspection related to electrical construction projects, reviewing electrical and communications plans and specifications. Responsible supervising Contractor installation of underground conduits, electrical systems consisting of Electricals Distribution system for power, step up and down transformers, fiber optic networks, and Communication Node (Hub) buildings, electronics systems consisting of controllers, detection systems, Ethernet switches, power supplies, CCTV cameras, Responsibility applying the NEC Code, coordinating with suppliers. Responsibilities include coordinates between Federal, State, County Governments, Local Utilities, Electrical Designer, Structure Designers and Contractors.

 

08/22/05 – 10/11/05

There is a gap in me employment due to my relocation from New Jersey back to Arizona.

 

06/12/04 - 08/22/05

Advance Digital Replication     Hackensack, NJ

Maintenance Engineer

Responsible for maintenance of HMI and computer controlled production equipment in a Clean-room facility. My responsibilities included troubleshooting injection molds, process controls, robotic parts, electrical contactors and transformers, servo drives and motors, conveyors, pneumatics systems, vacuum chambers and pumps, PLC s, and also related electrical and mechanical sensors.

 

02/20/02 - 06/10/04 Maxwell Productions, LLC      Scottsdale, AZ

Maintenance Engineer

Responsible for maintenance of all production processes, maintenance of HMI and computer controlled production equipment, process controls, robotic handling equipment, electrical contactors and transformers, ,plastic injection molding, metallizers, plastic resin bonding and curing, pneumatics systems, servo drives and motors, conveyors, vacuum chambers and pumps, control techniques, QA standards, tracking & monitoring productivity & quality & attendance of employees. Responsibilities include training, working closely to improve processes, & upholding company policies.

 

 

 

 

Professional References for Bennie M. Harris

 

AJ Murrieta

Electrical Inspector

602-228-0439

amurrieta2@azdot.gov

 

Girgis Girgis, PE

Electrical Engineer / Sr. Resident Engineer

602-768-4478

ggirgis@azdot.gov

 

Jerry Hale

Operations Manager, Roadway Electric

602-358-4259

Jhale@roadwayelectric.com.com

 

David Locher, EIT

Civil Engineer / Project Supervisor

602-290-9431

dlocher@azdot.gov

 

Thomas McCullough, PE

Civil Engineer / Designer

602-509-2763

Thomas.mccullough@kimley-horn.com

 

John Derr, PE

Sr. Vice President Gannett Fleming

602-553-8817