Paul Schmidt
Greenville,SC
Summary
Developed technical and analytical skills in high-pressure industrial environment. Proven ability to troubleshoot and maintain complex mechanical systems, ensuring high operational efficiency. Seeking to transition into new field where these skills can contribute to innovative solutions and operational excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Gas Turbine Technician
GE Vernova
07.2023 - Current
- Worked with complex auxiliary systems including sensors, valves, cooling systems, and data collection systems crucial to GT functionality.
- Set up and configured Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) to monitor and control gas turbine systems for efficient real-time performance tracking.
- Actively contributed to designing and building network infrastructures for power plant operations, integrating PLCs, sensors, and control systems to ensure seamless communication across plant systems.
- Troubleshooted, repaired, and maintained mechanical and electrical systems to ensure smooth turbine and supporting system operation.
- Worked in a self-sufficient test cell environment, performing routine and complex tests while also contributing to designing, setting up, and maintaining test stands that simulate real-world power plant conditions.
- Collaborated with diverse teams worldwide to prioritize safety protocols and operational efficiency for the safe and effective operation of gas turbines and their systems.
Crane Maintenance Technician at General Electric
Engineering Systems Incorporated
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot crane breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Inspected and maintained cranes to keep them in top working condition.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations and standards through meticulous record-keeping practices.
Production Associate at BMW Plant Spartanburg, Band 5, Engine Line
MAU Workforce Solutions
10.2020 - 01.2023
- Maintained a flexible approach to work assignments, willingly cross-training in other areas to support changing production needs.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
Education
Computer Science - Cyber Security
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC08-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Welding
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC01.2019
Certificate in applied science - welding fundamentals
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC01.2019
Certificate in applied science - specialized welding
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC01.2019
Certificate in applied science - robotic welding
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC01.2019
Minor in Industrial Electricity -
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC01.2019
Skills
- Welding
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Network Troubleshooting
- HMI Setup
- Gas Turbines
- Atomizing air systems
- Cooling Systems
- Sensors and data collection
- Gas Turbine Operation
- Blueprint reading
- Microsoft Office
- Performance testing
- Instrumentation
- Borescope inspections
- Technical troubleshooting
- Quality control
Awardsandacknowledgements
- President’s List, Spring of 2020, Summer of 2021
- Dean’s List, Fall of 2021, Spring of 2021, Spring of 2022
Timeline
Gas Turbine Technician
GE Vernova
07.2023 - Current
Crane Maintenance Technician at General Electric
Engineering Systems Incorporated
01.2023 - 06.2023
Production Associate at BMW Plant Spartanburg, Band 5, Engine Line
MAU Workforce Solutions
10.2020 - 01.2023
Computer Science - Cyber Security
Greenville Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Welding
Greenville Technical College
Certificate in applied science - welding fundamentals
Greenville Technical College
Certificate in applied science - specialized welding
Greenville Technical College
Certificate in applied science - robotic welding
Greenville Technical College
Minor in Industrial Electricity -
Greenville Technical College
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