BKH2Energy, LLC  

Develop scalable solutions for on-site production of renewable hydrogen (fuel) and power (microgrid) from Ethanol in collaboration with Golu-H2, the leader in research and development for alternative hydrogen production technology. Help clients in producing low cost on-site green hydrogen utilizing the existing petroleum/diesel infrastructure with a small footprint. This unique and disruptive technology addresses the critical barriers in the implementation of hydrogen technology - transportation (gaseous/ liquid hydrogen), limited production/ distribution centers, and long-term storage. This process requires a fraction of power in the production of fuel cell grade (99.999% pure) hydrogen. We will collaborate with clients in assessing their needs, sharing test data and tools to develop integrated and innovative solutions for transitioning and deployment of Zero emission hydrogen technology. Also, develop off grid solutions for charging the battery-electric vehicles and backup power (microgrid) with stationary fuel cells or turbines by using renewable hydrogen. This technology will create green jobs in the agricultural sector by producing renewable hydrogen from Ethanol. Our focus is in the decarbonization of core sectors like transportation, power, airport, and seaport. For more details please visit, https://bkh2energy.com

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OMNI-STRATEGY, LLC

Responsible for developing transit practice in local and national markets with a primary focus on emerging zero emission technologies. Support transit agencies in developing a roadmap for transition to Battery Electric and Hydrogen Fuel Cell technologies. Provide life cycle support for both conventional and zero emission technology programs to include; route modeling, planning, testing and evaluation,  procurement, QA/QC, preventive maintenance and mid-life overhauls. Coach and mentor next generation of engineers in bus technology programs.

Vice President, Advanced Bus Technology Programs  

Responsible for growth of transit vehicle practice and develop and manage staff involved with the
planning and design of transit programs, facilities, asset management, systems, process improvements and efficiency studies. Coordinate the growth with the global transit services. Serve as a senior program manager for major transit projects in coordination with the transit leadership. Represent HDR with key clients in the Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia and Maryland region and beyond. Support various HDR teams on projects ranging from feasibility studies, testing, evaluation, and planning to facilities design and upgrading of the utilities infrastructure in the implementation of zero emission (battery-electric and fuel cell) vehicle technology for transit, municipalities and private sector clients.

Transit Vehicle Practice Lead, National & Global Markets   

Jacobs

Provide program and project management of various projects in the field of engineering, maintenance, asset management and operations of bus and rail divisions at WMATA. Manage the Bus engineering consulting contract. Oversee the on-site inspection and acceptance of more than 500 buses utilizing clean diesel, CNG and diesel-electric hybrid technologies for a multi-year procurement program. Work with various agencies in the testing and evaluation of electric bus technology. Assist bus operations and maintenance divisions of transit agencies with the development of standard operating procedures, request for proposals (RFP) for procurement of new buses and outsourcing of O&M services. Oversee the business strategy in the areas of bus/rail maintenance and operations, efficiency studies, asset management, and alternative fuel programs to reduce GHG emissions for transit agencies served by the global industrial groups.

Director, Transit & Rail, Global Industrial and Buildings & Infrastructure Groups   

CH2M HILL / Booz-Allen-Hamilton

Spearhead diverse projects for the bus, rail, and IT divisions of WMATA. Manage the engineering consulting contract. Oversee the on-site inspection and acceptance of 500 buses utilizing clean diesel, CNG and diesel-electric hybrid technologies for a multi-year procurement program. Develop gap analysis and technical mapping of the asset management program. Oversee the business strategy in the areas of bus/rail maintenance and operations, efficiency studies, IT, asset management, and sustainability for WMATA and other major transit agencies. Assist on global projects as required by the International Division.

Director, Vehicle Engineering, Transit & Rail

Miami-Dade County

Managed four modes of transportation, bus, heavy rail, automated people mover, and para-transit serving 100 million people annually. Supervised 3,200+ employees and managed an annual $1B+ operating / capital budget. Procured new vehicles, including green diesel-electric hybrid buses. Met with elected officials to secure funding. Developed business plans, capital improvement programs, and infrastructure plans. Created a business culture focused on safety and customer service. 

• Completed numerous capital projects on time and under budget including the 2.4 miles heavy rail   extension to airport (MIC-EH)
• Significantly improved mean distance between failures (MDBF) and on-time performance for bus,  rail,mover and para-transit systems using Lean Six Sigma methodology and creating high performance teams.
• Addressed chronic budget deficits and achieve the highest reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction goals in 30 years.
• Implemented a proactive cost containment strategy, saving $80M annually and achieving A+ rating on bonds.

Director/ General Manager

Oversaw daily operations, maintenance, and scheduling for bus, rail, para-transit and mover systems. Managed a team of 3,000+ employees and a $265M operating budget. Continuously monitored bus and rail fleet time performance and made adjustments to improve efficiency. 

• Increased mean distance between failures(MDBF) by more than 35% for bus and 40% for rail over the prior year. 
• Led the purchase of new rail cars instead of rehab, performing lifecycle cost analysis and saving $200M+.
• Developed a partnership with Miami Dade expressway Authority(MDX) and FDOT to run buses on shoulders during rush hour, and 60 ft articulated buses on I-95 managed lanes to improve on-time performance and increase transit ridership.
• Developed plan to replace older buses with hybrid diesel-electric technology and use bio-diesel fuel, to  reduce green house gas(GHG) emissions.
• Won the Florida Governor’s Sterling competition for driving dramatic improvements in bus and rail systems through reliability centered maintenance (RCM) programs.

Deputy Director/ Deputy General Manager

WMATA

Coordinated performance and reliability enhancement for fleet of 1,400 buses. Created preventative maintenance, reliability, and mid-life overhaul programs. Implemented SOPs. Conducted failure analysis and procured new buses using CNG, clean diesel, and hybrid diesel-electric technologies.  Resolved engineering and maintenance issues at 10 divisions. 

• Chaired the Bus Change Review Committee and member of the CNG Transit User Group (TUG).  
• Spearheaded projects that resulted in the highest reliability performance in the organization’s 27 year history.
• Saved millions of dollars by implementing fluid analysis and diagnostic checks in PMI programs. 
• Implemented innovative technologies, improving efficiency and prolonging the life of critical components.
• Won the Engineering Excellence Award and nominated for CEO award for outstanding performance.

Assistant Manager, Bus Engineering

Managed operations for three maintenance garages and one heavy overhaul shop serving a 600 bus fleet. Supervised a team of 300+ union employees and oversaw $40M budgets. Spearheaded procurement, bidding, QA and acceptance testing. Worked in the engineering division for the procurement of new buses and support equipment. Perform failure analysis of engines, transmissions and electrical systems. Worked in the rail division in the preventive maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting of heavy rail propulsion, braking, air, HVAC, ATO and ATP systems and subsystems.   

Won various Employee Suggestion (ESP) awards for design of special tools and repair methods

Recognized by Voith Transmissions (Germany) for implementing a proactive maintenance program saving millions of dollars in parts and reducing chronic failures 
 

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Various Engineering and Maintenance Positions

Larsen & Toubro Limited

Provided consulting services on welding problems to various industries such as steel, forging and dies, power, transit, rail, chemical, sugar, food processing, and cement etc. Standardized and modified repair processes of various critical components and developed new applications for power plant, transportation and sugar industries shared by engineers all over the country.  Provided training to engineers, managers, and maintenance personnel. Published several technical bulletins and internal reports. Oversaw consulting accounts worth $5 million.
The Indian industry saved millions of dollars by reducing imports of costly parts.

Applications Engineer, Eutectic Division

Escorts Limited

Designed test setups and prototypes of heavy earthmoving and construction equipment. This included schematic designs, preparation and supervision of working drawings, design development, and failure analysis of components to include stress analysis and strain gauging.
Designed and tested hydraulic cylinders, pumps, hoses and brakes to Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and European standards (CETOP). Trained field engineers, and wrote maintenance manuals and procedures. Supervised a team of ten (10) skilled personnel, including draftsman, technicians, and test and design engineers.

Design Engineer, Research & Development

Senior Engineering Executive with expertise in Rail, Bus, and Transit System Leadership

Analytical, data-driven leader with extensive experience providing high-quality leadership in all phases of the transit system. Develop successful long and short term strategic plans for bus and rail operations, maintenance, and engineering. Manage annual operating and capital budgets of up to $1B and oversee a unionized workforce of 3,200+ employees. Successfully implement alternative fuel programs, including clean diesel, CNG, and hybrid diesel-electric technologies. Utilized Lean Six Sigma methodologies to drive efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness. Develop plans that significantly improve repair and maintenance operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams of stakeholders, including senior elected officials, to drive policy and legislative decision making. Create high-quality, customer and safety focused organizational cultures. Complete highly complex capital projects within strict budgets and deadlines. Driven leader known for driving significant improvements in quality, increasing customer service, and maintaining efficient project operations.

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