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Richard bowen

Shirley,United Kingdom

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in project management and energy-efficient solutions, demonstrating strong skills in client liaison and team supervision. Proven track record in training junior engineers and ensuring safety compliance while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Adept at troubleshooting systems, managing technical documentation, and excelling under pressure with exceptional problem-solving abilities. Committed to advancing career goals by leveraging adaptability and time management to deliver innovative solutions.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Senior Engineer

Thorlux Lighting
Redditch , West Midlands
01.2018 - Current
  • Enhanced product durability with the use of robust materials.
  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring smooth project execution.
  • Utilised CAD software to create detailed luminaries blue prints .
  • Liaised with clients to gather specific project requirements.
  • Analysed data trends to inform future training decisions..
  • Trained junior engineers in commissioning procedures, sharing industry knowledge and expertise.
  • Managed multiple projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality work.
  • Liaised with clients, understanding their needs and translating them into technical requirements.
  • Implemented energy-efficient solutions in building designs, promoting sustainability.

Commissioning Engineer

Thorlux Lighting
Redditch , West midlands
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Provide training and technical handover to facility managers and maintenance personnel.
  • Support the project lifecycle from pre-commissioning planning through to post-occupancy adjustments and fine-tuning.
  • Commission both wired and wireless lighting control systems and integrate with building management systems (BMS).
  • Interpret lighting design specifications, control drawings, and schematics to validate installed systems.
  • Conduct functional testing, troubleshooting, and performance verification of lighting control systems (e.g., DALI, KNX, Lutron, Crestron, DMX).

Electrician

Self Employed
Birmingham
01.2011 - 01.2016
  • Responded swiftly to emergency calls outs, reducing potential damage or loss.
  • Alleviated safety risks with thorough periodic checks on installations.
  • Replaced defective components promptly, minimising business disruptions.
  • Reduced energy consumption with efficient installation practices.

Electrical apprentice

MJ Halton
Birmingham , Solihull
01.2007 - 01.2011
  • Worked on a variety of commercial and residential projects, gaining diverse experience.
  • Utilised correct tools for efficient completion of tasks.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records, preventing stock shortages.
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot effectively under pressure by solving critical issues promptly.
  • Completed a City and Guild apprenticeship.

Education

GCSEs -

Alderbrook
Birmingham
01.1999 - 07.2003

Skills

  • Project management
  • Energy-efficient solutions
  • Functional testing
  • Client liaison
  • Training junior engineers
  • Technical documentation
  • Troubleshooting systems
  • Team supervision
  • Adaptability under pressure
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Safety compliance
  • Delegation management
  • Continuous improvement initiatives

Timeline

Senior Engineer

Thorlux Lighting
01.2018 - Current

Commissioning Engineer

Thorlux Lighting
01.2016 - 01.2018

Electrician

Self Employed
01.2011 - 01.2016

Electrical apprentice

MJ Halton
01.2007 - 01.2011

GCSEs -

Alderbrook
01.1999 - 07.2003

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