Bradley B Buchanan II, RCDD
Moncks Corner,SC
Summary
Senior Electrical Designer and Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) with a proven track record of delivering safe, effective, and compliant electrical and telecommunications designs across commercial, industrial, and Federal Government sectors. Expertise in Department of Defense (DoD) projects, focusing on the creation of mission-critical systems that ensure secure and resilient facilities while adhering to stringent DoD standards. A commitment to excellence in design and a deep understanding of regulatory requirements drive the ability to produce innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency. Recognized for strong collaboration skills and proficiency in leading cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time while meeting the budgetary requirements of clients.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Electrical Designer and RCDD
LBE, Inc
12.2019 - Current
- Senior Electrical Designer and RCDD generating electrical and telecommunications designs for approximately 95% federal and 5% commercial sectors, specializing in DoD designs including secure facilities.
- Acting Engineering Manager overseeing 8 employees consisting of Designers, EITs, and Engineers.
- Design electrical and telecommunications systems from renovation of dorm rooms and bathrooms to High Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse hardened power generation containers and new facilities.
- As a Senior Electrical Designer; Perform short circuit calculations, load flow analysis, arc flash analysis, lighting calculations, ASHRAE 90.1 compliance design, coordination studies, lightning protection analysis, and other required electrical-based calculations.
- As an RCDD; design telecommunications systems to include Outside Plant (OSP), Entrance Facility (EF), Telecommunications Rooms (TR), Horizontal Structured cabling systems, pathways (including cable tray, conduit, and j-hooks), Fiber Optic and Twisted-Pair Balanced Cabling systems, network racks and cabinets, patch panels, switching, and other required telecommunications design elements.
- Strictly adhere to both national and government standards such as (National Fire Protection Association) NFPA 70, NFPA 101, NFPA 75, NFPA 76, (Telecommunications Industry Association) TIA-569, TIA-607, TIA-942, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), (Intelligence Community Directive) ICD-705.
- Design in Autodesk AutoCAD and Revit and performing calculations in SKM Power Tools and ElectroBIM.
- Perform Project Management tasks from proposal to construction administration (CA) of projects.
Technical Services Manager / Field Service & Test Technician
APG-Neuros
06.2012 - 11.2019
- Manage and guide over 10 technicians directly.
- Organize service calls in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
- Compile and present performance metrics related to customer service, costs, case management and returned goods.
- Acting IT support for the US-based production facility for both the testing and administration departments.
- Test Technician
- Ensure Safe work practices followed (proper PPE, awareness of hazards, etc.)
- Testing the latest turbo blower technology in a rapidly expanding company and industry.
- Install, troubleshoot, and test turbo blower packages and motors in test cell environments.
- Program and service a wide range of PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens, GE, and Schneider), also understanding associated software.
- Following written procedures to perform testing that adhere to strict customer specifications.
- Field Service Engineer / Start-up Technician traveling to client’s sites to perform startup and commissioning of new products.
- Provide training to plant staff to provide education on new products to ensure proper operation.
- Quickly determine causes of problems and formulate solutions in time sensitive situations.
- Troubleshoot and perform repairs to units that are currently in service using specialized tools such as power analyzers, multimeters, mega-ohm meters, and other equipment as required.
- Write coherent and detailed reports of all factory activities.
Broadband Technician
Charter Communications
11.2011 - 06.2012
- Performed installation and troubleshooting of internet and cable service in businesses and homes, typically from 3-10 trouble calls a day, depending on severity.
- Work with specialized test equipment to assess and solve problems.
- Use critical thinking to determine best methods to understand and complete tasks of any difficulty.
- Responsible for maintaining a neat and safe work environment, subject to inspection (vehicle, tools, and equipment).
Night Manager
Price Chopper
03.2010 - 11.2011
- Manage a medium size ($250,000 / Weekly) grocery store from 9PM to 7AM.
- Managed a staff ranging from 3 to 8 employees.
- Ensure safe working practices were followed, while maintaining acceptable productivity.
Electrical Designer
Stearns and Wheler GHD
06.2009 - 03.2010
- Design electrical systems for Water/Wastewater Treatment Facilities.
- Size wiring, breakers, starters, MCCs, VFDs, motors, panelboards, etc.
- Review Shop Drawing Submittals to verify equipment meets design specifications.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
SUNY Canton
Canton, NY05.2009
Skills
- Experience working in inclement weather
- Highly proficient in current and future technology standards
- Highly proficient with Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, LabView, AutoCAD, Revit, RSLogix, SKM Power Tools, and other associated software with the practical ability to quickly learn new software
- Extensive knowledge in setting up and troubleshooting of computers problems and installing hardware in them
- Proficiently read construction plans, schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, O&M documentation
- Knowledge of assembling electrical and electronic components using various tools and methods
- Experience working in 24VDC, 120VAC, 208VAC, 240VAC, and 480VAC environments
- Using various methods and critical thinking and common sense to solve problems in fast paced and stressful environments
- Experience working with wide range of test equipment
- Experience with VFDs, PLCs, Harmonic Filters, Sine Wave Filters, Water cooling, Mechanical Piping, etc
- Working knowledge of WiFi, LAN (Firewalls, switching, PoE), and internet security protocols
Certification
- Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD), #362520
- Certified in CPR and BLS through the American Red Cross
- NFPA 70E, NEC Code, Arc Flash Training Seminar 2017
- OSHA 10 Hour – General Industry 2017
- OSHA 10 Hour – Construction 2018
- NFPA 70, NEC Code, Basic Essentials Training Seminar November 2009
Languages
English
Timeline
Senior Electrical Designer and RCDD
LBE, Inc
12.2019 - Current
Technical Services Manager / Field Service & Test Technician
APG-Neuros
06.2012 - 11.2019
Broadband Technician
Charter Communications
11.2011 - 06.2012
Night Manager
Price Chopper
03.2010 - 11.2011
Electrical Designer
Stearns and Wheler GHD
06.2009 - 03.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
SUNY Canton