Bennett N. Richey, P.E.

1726 Chadwick Ct. Cell: 214-930-1670

Cedar Hill, TX 75104 bennettricheype.com bennrichey@yahoo.com

A Professionally Licensed Electrical Engineer experienced in Power Systems for the

Industrial, Petroleum, and Electric Power Generation markets. Project leader with a track record
of successfully completing critical milestones and delivering products on time and according to
specifications. Capable of managing large projects by directly managing vendor and client
relationships and satisfying customer expectations through resourceful problem solving and
accurate communication.

Core Competencies:

• Project Management • Electrical Power Distribution • Emergency Power Generation

• Engineering Documentation • AutoCAD Drafting / • Hazardous Area Classification
SolidWorks Modeling Analysis
• Code Compliance • Generator Protection and • Equipment Specification and
Voltage Regulation Procurement
• Commissioning and Testing • Mechanical Analysis of Driven • Single Line Diagram
Procedures Equipment Evaluation
• Conceptual Design and Cost • Fire and Gas Detection • Automatic Transfer Schemes
Estimating Systems

Professional Experience

Holt CAT Power Systems – Irving, TX November 2006 – Present

Power Systems Project Engineer

Responsible for project bid, schedule, design, equipment approval, and commissioning. Track
and manage project financials including estimation of equipment accruals. Negotiate purchasing
contracts with vendors. Ensure projects meet customer specifications, city codes, NFPA, NEC
and various other standards. Coordinate construction, installation, and customer witness tests
and training. Interface with customers, vendors, and technicians daily. Knowledge in various
Power Systems Studies such as: Short-Circuit / Fault Levels, Power Factor Correction, Voltage
Droop, Voltage Drop, Power Management and Load Shedding, and Protective Device Evaluation
and coordination. Key Accomplishments:

• Recently exceeded gross profit on a $4 Million dollar project by more than 14%
• Successfully integrated new bi-fuel technology never before employed by Holt CAT
• Designed and built a relay based control panel for a hydraulic fracturing unit providing
additional value and functionality to the customer
Michelin – Ardmore, OK March 2005 – November 2006
Electrical Engineer

Coordinate with Production, Safety, and Quality departments on various automation and plant
upgrade projects. Manage projects by placing orders and following the equipment until
realization, participating in feasibility studies and the elaboration of the technical specifications,
performing technical documentation and applied quality systems and methods, and participating
in installations and start-up. Develop electrical schematics and write PLC code when designing
new or updating outdated automation equipment. Key Accomplishments:

• Increased plant safety numbers by more than 20% by working with safety plant
management team and modifying equipment, therefore decreasing a significant amount
of injury claims on several safety related projects.
• Helped increase production of tire related product line by 12% by modifying outdated
machines and updating obsolete equipment.
• Created Operations Manuals for new equipment providing well defined procedures
allowing plant personnel to effortlessly and confidently operate plant machinery more
effectively resulting in increased productivity.

Education

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK May 2003

Bachelor of Science Electrical Engineering

Oklahoma Christian University, Edmond, OK May 2006

Master of Business Administration

Certifications

Licensed Professional Engineer, Electrical Power, Texas

CPR Certified

Computer Skills / Other

- Windows OS - Microsoft Office -AutoCAD - SolidWorks

- RSLogix 5/500/5000 - RSView ME - PanelBuilder
- Macromedia DreamWeaver - Adobe Photoshop - Javascript -Macromedia Flash MX

Member of the Electric Vehicle Design Team - University of Oklahoma, Norman

Engineering Deans Honor Roll: Fall 2001 and Spring 2003 - University of Oklahoma, Norman

Soft Skill Training:

-Principles of Persuasion -Values Based Leadership - Situational Team Leadership
-Winning Together w/ DiSC -Conflict Resolution - Ethics Awareness