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Analytical Energy Solutions
Michael B Muller
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Education
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Rutgers University, 2001
Qualifications
US Department of Energy (USDOE) Steam System Energy Expert
USDOE Qualified Specialist: Steam, Pump, Fan, and Process Heating Specialist
Data Center Energy Practitioner Level II (Specialist)
CP EnMS - Certificated Practitioner in Industrial Energy Management Systems
Industrial Energy Expert
Extensive in-plant experience related to energy efficiency planning and projects, including full life-cycle support; identification, evaluation, communication with plant management, implementation and verification of results.
Managed and supported state and federal programs focusing on industrial energy efficiency through assessments, outreach, training, and education.
Supported USDOE international outreach efforts with countries including: China, Kazakhstan, Brazil, and Saudi Arabia
Web Server/Database Administrator
Served as the email, web server, and database administrator for the Center for Advance Energy and Rutgers University for 15 years. The systems included hundreds of users and hosted websites for state and federal programs. Responsible for backup systems and cybersecurity management.
Operates and maintains secure test sites for various federal projects. These projects often required email, database, and security support.
Expert Administrative Experience & Skills with: MySQL/MariaDB, Apache, Nginx, Linux (Debian, Ubuntu), Postfix, Dovecot, Dkim, Mailman, Mailgun, SSL/HTTPS, DNS management
Full-Stack Web App Developer
Developed a variety of high level energy analysis and tracking software and related database management systems (DBMS).
Developed software has passed multiple DOE security scans, Section 508 requirement reviews, and been approved by the DOE web governance team for public deployment on “energy.gov” servers.
Expert Development Experience & Skills with: PHP (Laravel, Zend, Drupal, composer), JavaScript (jQuery, VUE), HTML5, CSS (Bootstrap, SASS), GitHub, webform validation, user access, cybersecurity best practices
Mechanical Engineer
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Rutgers University, 2001
Mechanical Engineering is the discipline that applies engineering, physics, and materials science principles to design, analyze, manufacture, and maintain mechanical systems. It is one of the oldest and broadest of the engineering disciplines. The mechanical engineering field requires an understanding of core areas including mechanics, dynamics, thermodynamics, materials science, structural analysis, and electricity.
The following 18 projects required a Mechanical Engineer:
Energy Expert
USDOE Qualified Specialist: Steam, Pump, Fan, and Process Heating Specialist
Data Center Energy Practitioner Level II (Specialist)
CP EnMS - Certificated Practitioner in Industrial Energy Management Systems
Extensive in-plant experience related to energy efficiency planning and projects, including full life-cycle support; identification, evaluation, communication with plant management, implementation and verification of results. Managed and supported state and federal programs focusing on industrial energy efficiency through assessments, outreach, training, and education.
The following 24 projects required an Energy Expert:
Steam System Expert
US Department of Energy (USDOE) Steam System Energy Expert
USDOE Qualified Specialist: Steam, Pump, Fan, and Process Heating Specialist
CP EnMS - Certificated Practitioner in Industrial Energy Management Systems
Conducted assessments for the U.S. Department of Energy focusing on industrial steam system for some of the largest industrial facilities.
The following 15 projects required a Steam System Expert:
Video Production
Produced, presented, and narrated multiple instructional tutorial videos providing demostrations and tours of various web based tools and systems.
The following 6 projects required Video Production:
Full-Stack Software Design and Development
Full Stack Development encompasses both front-end and back-end development skills, allowing for complete web application development from user interface to server architecture. This includes expertise in client-side technologies, server-side programming, database management, API development, and system architecture design.
The following 12 projects required Full-Stack Software Design and Development:
Cybersecurity
A critical part of all software development, cybersecurity is considered throughout all development cycles.
The following 14 projects required Cybersecurity:
PHP and the Laravel Framework
PHP is a server-side scripting language designed for web development but also used as a general-purpose programming language. Laravel is a free, open-source PHP web framework intended for the development of web applications following the model–view–controller (MVC) architectural pattern.
The following 12 projects required PHP and the Laravel Framework:
Database System Management
Database Management involves designing, implementing, and maintaining database systems to ensure efficient data storage, retrieval, and security. This includes expertise in SQL, database optimization, backup and recovery procedures, and data integrity maintenance.
The following 10 projects required Database System Management:
Web Server Administration
Web Server Administration involves managing and maintaining web server infrastructure, including configuration, security, performance optimization, and troubleshooting. This encompasses tasks such as server setup, SSL certificate management, load balancing, and ensuring high availability of web applications.
The following 12 projects required Web Server Administration:
Email Server Administration
Email Server Administration involves configuring, maintaining, and securing email server systems, including tasks such as server setup, spam filtering, email routing, backup management, and ensuring reliable email delivery while maintaining security protocols and compliance standards.
The following 10 projects required Email Server Administration:
Front-End Web Development
Front-End Development focuses on creating the user interface and user experience of web applications. This includes expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern front-end frameworks. Front-end developers ensure responsive design, optimal performance, cross-browser compatibility, and implement interactive features that enhance user engagement while maintaining accessibility standards.
The following 12 projects required Front-End Web Development:
Back-End Software Design and Development
Back-End Development focuses on server-side programming, creating and maintaining the core computational logic, APIs, and databases that power web applications. This includes implementing business logic, data processing, security measures, and ensuring efficient communication between the database and client-side interface while maintaining scalability and performance.
The following 12 projects required Back-End Software Design and Development:
Javascript
JavaScript is a versatile, high-level programming language primarily used for creating interactive and dynamic content on web pages. It supports object-oriented, imperative, and functional programming styles, enabling both client-side and server-side development through platforms like Node.js.
The following 12 projects required Javascript:
CSS/Bootstrap
Bootstrap is a popular CSS framework that provides a comprehensive set of pre-built components and responsive grid system for rapid web development. It includes JavaScript plugins and customizable Sass variables for creating modern, mobile-first websites.
The following 9 projects required CSS/Bootstrap:
TailwindCSS
Tailwind CSS is a utility-first CSS framework that enables rapid UI development through low-level utility classes. It provides a highly customizable system for building modern interfaces without writing custom CSS, featuring JIT compilation and optimized production builds.
The following 3 projects required TailwindCSS:
Python
Python is a high-level, interpreted programming language known for its simplicity and readability. It supports multiple programming paradigms including procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming, making it versatile for web development, data analysis, artificial intelligence, and scientific computing.
The following 4 projects required Python:
User Access Management
User Management involves controlling and maintaining user access, authentication, and authorization within software systems. This includes implementing user registration, role-based access control, password policies, session management, and ensuring secure user data handling while maintaining compliance with privacy regulations.
The following 7 projects required User Access Management:
Website Localization
is the process of designing a software application so that it can be adapted to various languages and regions without engineering changes.
The following 2 projects required Website Localization:
Excel/VBA
Excel VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) is a programming language used to automate tasks and create custom functions within Microsoft Excel. It enables the development of complex spreadsheet applications, macros, and custom user interfaces for data manipulation and analysis.
The following 1 projects required Excel/VBA:
ASP.NET
ASP.net is Microsoft's first server-side script engine for dynamically generated web pages.
The following 1 projects required ASP.NET:
Unit, Feature, and Browser Testing
Unit testing is a software testing method by which individual units of source code, sets of one or more computer program modules together with associated control data, usage procedures, and operating procedures, are tested to determine whether they are fit for use.
The following 7 projects required Unit, Feature, and Browser Testing:
Progressive Web App
A progressive web app is a type of mobile app delivered through the web, built using common web technologies including HTML, CSS and JavaScript. They are intended to work on any platform that uses a standards-compliant browser. Functionality includes working offline, push notifications, and device hardware access, enabling creating user experiences similar to native applications on mobile devices.
The following 2 projects required Progressive Web App:
USDOE | U.S. Department of Energy
USDOE is the federal agency of the United States government that is responsible for the development, delivery, and use of energy resources and services.
They have been a partner on the following 16 projects:
They have been a key collaborator on the following 1 projects:
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
PNNL is a national laboratory of the Pacific Northwest region of the United States, located in the Pacific Ocean.
They have been a partner on the following 2 projects:
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
NREL is a national laboratory of the U.S. Department of Energy located in Golden, Colorado, specializing in renewable energy and energy efficiency research and development.
They have been a key collaborator on the following 1 projects:
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Lawrence Berkeley National Lab is the national laboratory of the University of California, Berkeley, where researchers and engineers work on a wide variety of projects, including the development of advanced technologies for energy, materials, and communications.
They have been a partner on the following 7 projects:
They have been a key collaborator on the following 1 projects:
Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey
Rutgers University , is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States.
They have been a partner on the following 8 projects:
They have been a key collaborator on the following 1 projects:
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge National Lab is an American multiprogram science and technology national laboratory sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and administered, managed, and operated by UT-Battelle as a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC).
They have been a partner on the following 9 projects:
They have been a key collaborator on the following 1 projects:
Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia Tech is a private, non-profit research university in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
They have been a key collaborator on the following 4 projects:
ICF International/ICF Olson
ICF International is a global consulting and technology services company.
They have been a key collaborator on the following 4 projects:
Project Performance Corporation
PPC is a private energy consulting services company.
They have been a partner on the following 1 projects:
They have been a key collaborator on the following 2 projects:
Energetics Incorporated
Energetics Incorporated is a private energy and consulting services company.
They have been a key collaborator on the following 2 projects:
US State Department
State Department is the federal executive department of the United States responsible for conducting foreign policy and international relations through diplomacy, advocacy, and assistance.
They have been a key collaborator on the following 1 projects:
Institute for Industrial Productivity
Institute for Industrial Productivity is a private energy and consulting services company.
They have been a key collaborator on the following 1 projects:
Exergy Partners
Richard Sweetser is an energy services consulate.
They have been a key collaborator on the following 2 projects:
Entropy Research, LLC
Bruce Hedman is an energy services consulate.
They have been a key collaborator on the following 3 projects:
New Jersey State BPU
New Jersey State BPU is the state agency that regulates the delivery of electric, natural gas, water, telecommunications and cable television services in New Jersey.
They have been a partner on the following 3 projects:
New Jersey State DEP
New Jersey State DEP is the state agency responsible for managing New Jersey's environmental protection, natural and historic resources, including air quality, water resources, land use, parks and wildlife.
They have been a partner on the following 1 projects:
ASHRAE
ASHRAE is a national association of energy professionals and engineers.
They have been a partner on the following 1 projects:
General Dynamics | Electric Boat
Electric Boat is a division of General Dynamics Corporation that specializes in the design, construction, and lifecycle support of submarines for the U.S. Navy.
They have been a partner on the following 1 projects:
USAID
USAID or United States Agency for International Development is an independent agency of the United States federal government that is primarily responsible for administering civilian foreign aid and development assistance.
They have been a key collaborator on the following 1 projects:
+67 current and former University ITAC Centers
+67 University based ITAC Centers are Department of Energy sponsored centers at universities across the United States that provide no-cost energy assessments to small and medium-sized manufacturers.
They have been a partner on the following 1 projects:
27 Associated Programs & Projects
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Onsite Energy TAP Dashboard and Program Support
Onsite Energy TAP Dashboard and Program Support
2023 – Present
Primary developer and layout designer. Dashboard is the primary management portal for all TAP activity tracking and reporting.
Partners: Oak Ridge National Lab, USDOE | Key Collaborators: Bruce Hedman
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
Full-Stack Dev
Cybersecurity
PHP/Laravel
DB Management
Web-Server Admin
Email-Server Admin
Front-End Dev
Back-End Dev
Javascript
TailwindCSS
Python
User Access/Mgmt
Video Production
Unit Testing
Onsite Energy TAP Dashboard and Program Support | Project Description:
The Onsite Energy Technical Assistance Partnerships (TAPs) provide direct technical assistance to industrial facilities and other large energy users with identifying and implementing technology options for achieving site-specific energy objectives. Technical assistance for end users can include a broad range of services in support of onsite energy project deployment, from the earliest stages of screening for multi-technology solutions, to the end stages of post-installation operation. The Onsite Energy TAPs also conduct outreach and engage with policymakers, utilities, and other key stakeholders to accelerate pathways for integration of onsite energy technologies. Additional activities include developing public tools and resources, sharing best practices, and building partnerships that drive efficiency across the U.S. industrial sector.
Screening Tool for Industrial Resilience (STIR)
Screening Tool for Industrial Resilience (STIR)
2022 – Present
Primary developer and layout designer. The STIR is a risk-informed assessment tool that supports manufacturing plants evaluating their resilience.
https://stir.pnnl.gov/
Partners: PNNL, USDOE | Key Collaborators: Rutgers University
Energy Expert
Full-Stack Dev
Cybersecurity
PHP/Laravel
DB Management
Web-Server Admin
Email-Server Admin
Front-End Dev
Back-End Dev
Javascript
TailwindCSS
User Access/Mgmt
Unit Testing
Screening Tool for Industrial Resilience (STIR) | Project Description:
The Screening Tool for Industrial Resilience (STIR) is a risk-informed resilience assessment tool that supports manufacturing plants in evaluating their resilience posture. Based on user inputs, the tool identifies critical assets, critical inputs, key processes, and hazards that make up the key risk drivers at the plant. Additionally, the tool provides a short-list of potential resilience solutions based on the identified risk drivers. These outputs are intended to be the first step in developing, prioritizing, and implementing resilience solutions that address the plant’s key risk drivers and therefore improve resilience posture and decrease risk from disruptions at the plant. Enter Assessment
Technical Resilience Navigator (TRN)
Technical Resilience Navigator (TRN)
2020 – Present
Primary developer and layout designer. The TRN evaluates risk to critical missions and loads from disruptions to energy and other critical supplies.
https://trn.pnnl.gov/
Partners: PNNL, USDOE | Key Collaborators: NREL
Energy Expert
Full-Stack Dev
Cybersecurity
PHP/Laravel
DB Management
Web-Server Admin
Email-Server Admin
Front-End Dev
Back-End Dev
Javascript
TailwindCSS
User Access/Mgmt
Unit Testing
Technical Resilience Navigator (TRN) | Project Description:
The TRN Lite provides a systematic approach to identifying vulnerabilities and inefficiencies with a site’s energy and water systems while auto-generating solutions that are likely to reduce risk. TRN Lite enables organizations to be proactive in identifying and addressing vulnerabilities to their critical energy and water systems, resulting in optimized systems that reduce energy and water outage impacts, costs, and waste while supporting continuous mission operations.
Distributed Generation (DG) for Resilience Planning Guide with CHP Screening Tool
Distributed Generation (DG) for Resilience Planning Guide with CHP Screening Tool
2018 – Present
Primary developer and layout designer. Detailed distributed generation guide for resilience planning with a combined heat and power screening tool.
https://dg.resilienceguide.ornl.gov/
Partners: Oak Ridge National Lab, Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, USDOE | Key Collaborators: ICF International
Energy Expert
Full-Stack Dev
Cybersecurity
PHP/Laravel
Web-Server Admin
Front-End Dev
Back-End Dev
Javascript
CSS/Bootstrap
Progressive Web App
Distributed Generation (DG) for Resilience Planning Guide with CHP Screening Tool | Project Description:
The Distributed Generation (DG) for Resilience Planning Guide provides information and resources on how DG, with a focus on combined heat and power (CHP), can help communities meet resilience goals and ensure critical infrastructure remains operational regardless of external events. If used in combination with a surveying of critical infrastructure at a regional level, this guide also provides tools and analysis capabilities to help decision makers, policy makers, utilities, and organizations determine if DG is a good fit to support resilience goals for critical infrastructure in their specific jurisdiction, territory, or organization.
USDOE Combined Heat & Power (CHP) eCatalog
USDOE Combined Heat & Power (CHP) eCatalog
2017 – Present
Primary developer, supporting overall design. Web-based eCommerce type site meeting DOE technical and security requirements.
https://chp.ecatalog.ornl.gov/
Partners: Oak Ridge National Lab, Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, USDOE | Key Collaborators: Richard Sweetser, Bruce Hedman, ICF International
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
Full-Stack Dev
Cybersecurity
PHP/Laravel
DB Management
Web-Server Admin
Email-Server Admin
Front-End Dev
Back-End Dev
Javascript
CSS/Bootstrap
User Access/Mgmt
Unit Testing
USDOE Combined Heat & Power (CHP) eCatalog | Project Description:
The Packaged Combined Heat and Power Catalog (eCatalog) is a voluntary public/private partnership designed to increase deployment of CHP in commercial, institutional and multi-family buildings and manufacturing plants. The core of the eCatalog are CHP Packagers who commit to provide pre-engineered and tested Packaged CHP systems that meet or exceed DOE performance requirements and CHP Solutions Providers who commit to provide responsible installation, commissioning, maintenance and service of recognized Packaged CHP systems and also provide a single point of responsibility.
50001 Ready Navigator
50001 Ready Navigator
2014 – Present
Primary developer, supporting overall design. Web-based ISO 50001 guidance and team based activity tracking with user accounts.
https://navigator.lbl.gov/
Partners: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, USDOE | Key Collaborators: Georgia Tech, Energetics Incorporated, ICF International
Energy Expert
Full-Stack Dev
Cybersecurity
PHP/Laravel
DB Management
Web-Server Admin
Email-Server Admin
Front-End Dev
Back-End Dev
Javascript
CSS/Bootstrap
Python
User Access/Mgmt
Website Localization
Unit Testing
50001 Ready Navigator | Project Description:
The 50001 Ready Navigator is an online application that provides step-by-step guidance for implementing and maintaining an energy management system in conformance with the ISO 50001 Energy Management System Standard.
Analytical Energy Solutions Website
Analytical Energy Solutions Website
2006 – Present
Primary developer, designer, and site administrator.
https://analyticalenergy.solutions
Energy Expert
Full-Stack Dev
Cybersecurity
PHP/Laravel
Web-Server Admin
Front-End Dev
Back-End Dev
Javascript
CSS/Bootstrap
Progressive Web App
Analytical Energy Solutions Website | Project Description:
The Distributed Generation (DG) for Resilience Planning Guide provides information and resources on how DG, with a focus on combined heat and power (CHP), can help communities meet resilience goals and ensure critical infrastructure remains operational regardless of external events. If used in combination with a surveying of critical infrastructure at a regional level, this guide also provides tools and analysis capabilities to help decision makers, policy makers, utilities, and organizations determine if DG is a good fit to support resilience goals for critical infrastructure in their specific jurisdiction, territory, or organization.
Industrial Training and Assessment Centers (ITAC)
Industrial Training and Assessment Centers (ITAC)
2002 – 2025
Manager, trainer, promoter, and evaluator of ITAC centers. Primary developer and administrator of ITAC database and website. Currently the ITAC includes: 28 ITAC centers, 35 universities, 100+ faculty, 400+ students, and provides 500+ assessments per year.
https://itac.university/
Partners: Rutgers University, USDOE, +67 University based ITAC Centers | Key Collaborators: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, Oak Ridge National Lab
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
Full-Stack Dev
Cybersecurity
PHP/Laravel
DB Management
Web-Server Admin
Email-Server Admin
Front-End Dev
Back-End Dev
Javascript
CSS/Bootstrap
Python
User Access/Mgmt
Video Production
Unit Testing
Industrial Training and Assessment Centers (ITAC) | Project Description:
Since 1976 the USDOE Industrial Assessment Centers (ITAC)'s university-based teams of faculty and student engineers have been provide no-cost energy, productivity, and waste assessments to small and medium sized US manufacturers nationwide. Over 18,000 assessments have been conducted with over 138,000 recommendations resulting in billions in energy and cost savings.
50001 Ready | Energy Performance Indicator Tool (EnPI Lite)
50001 Ready | Energy Performance Indicator Tool (EnPI Lite)
2015 – 2025
Primary designer and developer. Web-based regression analysis of energy consumption.
https://enpilite.lbl.gov/
Partners: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, USDOE | Key Collaborators: Georgia Tech
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Full-Stack Dev
Cybersecurity
PHP/Laravel
DB Management
Web-Server Admin
Email-Server Admin
Front-End Dev
Back-End Dev
Javascript
CSS/Bootstrap
50001 Ready | Energy Performance Indicator Tool (EnPI Lite) | Project Description:
EnPI Lite estimates energy savings using regression analysis relative to relevant variables like production levels and weather.
Energy Footprint Tool
Energy Footprint Tool
2015 – 2024
Primary designer and developer. Excel-based energy and relevant variable tracker.
https://energy.gov/eere/amo/downloads/energy-footprint-tool
Partners: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, USDOE | Key Collaborators: Georgia Tech
Energy Expert
Excel/VBA
Video Production
Energy Footprint Tool | Project Description:
The Energy Footprint Tool helps manufacturing, commercial, and institutional facilities to track their energy consumption, factors related to energy use, and significant energy end-use. This is collectively referred to as the facility’s energy footprint.
CHP TAP Dashboard and Program Support
CHP TAP Dashboard and Program Support
2021 – 2024
Primary developer and layout designer. Dashboard is the primary management portal for all TAP activity tracking and reporting.
Partners: Oak Ridge National Lab, USDOE | Key Collaborators: Bruce Hedman, Richard Sweetser
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
Full-Stack Dev
Cybersecurity
PHP/Laravel
DB Management
Web-Server Admin
Email-Server Admin
Front-End Dev
Back-End Dev
Javascript
CSS/Bootstrap
Python
User Access/Mgmt
Video Production
Unit Testing
CHP TAP Dashboard and Program Support | Project Description:
The Combined Heat and Power Technical Assistance Partnerships (TAPs) provide direct technical assistance to industrial facilities and other large energy users with identifying and implementing technology options for achieving site-specific energy objectives. Technical assistance for end users includes energy project deployment, from the earliest stages of screening for solutions, to the end stages of post-installation operation. The also conduct outreach and engage with policymakers, utilities, and other key stakeholders to accelerate pathways for integration of onsite energy technologies. Additional activities include developing public tools and resources, sharing best practices, and building partnerships that drive efficiency across the U.S. industrial sector.
Support Saudi Arabia’s Development of ITAC Style Program
Support Saudi Arabia’s Development of ITAC Style Program
2017
Provided research, support, and training to King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) on ITAC center operation.
Partners: Oak Ridge National Lab | Key Collaborators: USDOE, State Department
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
Support Saudi Arabia’s Development of ITAC Style Program | Project Description:
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) is developing an USDOE Industrial Assessment Center style program with the assistance of ORNL, USDOE, and State Department.
Superior Energy Performance (SEP) Application Database
Superior Energy Performance (SEP) Application Database
2015 – 2017
Primary designer and developer. Tracks web-based versions of 4 Office of Management and Budget approved forms for DOE internal use.
Partners: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, USDOE | Key Collaborators: Energetics Incorporated, Georgia Tech
Energy Expert
Full-Stack Dev
Cybersecurity
PHP/Laravel
DB Management
Web-Server Admin
Email-Server Admin
Front-End Dev
Back-End Dev
Javascript
CSS/Bootstrap
Superior Energy Performance (SEP) Application Database | Project Description:
The Superior Energy Performance® (SEP™) program provides a transparent, globally recognized system that facilities can use to improve their energy management and performance. SEP builds on the ISO 50001 framework for an energy management system (EnMS) and provides targets for improvements in energy performance.
Rutgers University's Center for Advanced Energy System
Rutgers University's Center for Advanced Energy System
2002 – 2015
Server administration, support, and general engineering technical assistance.
Partners: Rutgers University
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
Full-Stack Dev
Cybersecurity
PHP/Laravel
DB Management
Web-Server Admin
Email-Server Admin
Front-End Dev
Back-End Dev
Javascript
CSS/Bootstrap
Rutgers University's Center for Advanced Energy System | Project Description:
The Center for Advanced Energy Systems (CAES) creates, supports, and facilitates growth of new technologies and practices for energy systems that drive industry in our nation. CAES activities include conducting research and sharing knowledge through education and technology transfer, and helping to shape current and future energy policies.
U.S. – China Energy Efficiency Action Plan
U.S. – China Energy Efficiency Action Plan
2010 – 2014
Technical advisor and trainer supporting the Action Plan and assisting the Chinese newly formed China University Alliance for Industrial Energy Efficiency (UAIEE).
https://energy.gov/eere/downloads/fact-sheet-us-china-energy-efficiency-action-plan
Partners: Rutgers University, Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, USDOE
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
U.S. – China Energy Efficiency Action Plan | Project Description:
In 2009, President Barack Obama and President Hu Jintao announced the launch of a new U.S.-China Energy Efficiency Action Plan to strengthen the economy, improve energy security and combat climate change by reducing energy waste in both countries.
Process Heating Modeler Tool (PHMT)
Process Heating Modeler Tool (PHMT)
2013 – 2014
Technical advisor for software development and process heating calculations. Web-based.
Partners: PPC, USDOE | Key Collaborators: Institute for Industrial Productivity
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
Video Production
Process Heating Modeler Tool (PHMT) | Project Description:
The Process Heating Assessment and Survey Tool (PHAST) introduces methods to improve thermal efficiency of heating equipment. This tool helps industrial users survey process heating equipment that consumes fuel, steam, or electricity, and identifies the most energy-intensive equipment.
USDOE Steam System Modeler Tool (SSMT)
USDOE Steam System Modeler Tool (SSMT)
2012 – 2014
Primary designer and developer for all calculations, code, and support materials.
https://www4.eere.energy.gov/manufacturing/tech_deployment/amo_steam_tool/
Partners: Oak Ridge National Lab, USDOE | Key Collaborators: PPC
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
Video Production
Website Localization
USDOE Steam System Modeler Tool (SSMT) | Project Description:
The Steam System Modeler Tool provides a variety of steam related calculations and models with comprehensive calculation descriptions and details.
Industrial Energy Assessments in Kazakhstan
Industrial Energy Assessments in Kazakhstan
2012 – 2013
Lead industrial energy assessments for major industrial facilities in Kazakhstan.
Partners: Oak Ridge National Lab | Key Collaborators: USAID, ICF International
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
Industrial Energy Assessments in Kazakhstan | Project Description:
Conducted U.S. Department of Energy supported international outreach energy assessments at some of the largest industrial facilities in the Kazakhstan including KazPhosphate's Taraz location. ICF International provided additional assistance through their support of USAID's Central Asian Energy Efficiency Support Program (CAEESP).
Brazil Outreach
Brazil Outreach
2011 – 2012
Provided several presentations and webinars for representatives of Brazil’s Eletrobras about the ITAC program and database system.
Partners: Oak Ridge National Lab
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
Brazil Outreach | Project Description:
Brazil’s Eletrobras is interested in developing an Industrial Assessment Center style industrial energy assessment proggram.
State-Based Assessment Program
State-Based Assessment Program
2011 – 2012
Set up a tracking database for New Jersey energy assessment program, conducted and supported assessments.
Partners: Rutgers University, New Jersey State BPU
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
State-Based Assessment Program | Project Description:
The New Jersey state energy office received federal funding to conduct industrial energy assessments.
Save Energy Now / Better Plants
Save Energy Now / Better Plants
2006 – 2011
Conducted 10 Energy Saving Assessments (ESAs) at some of the largest US manufacturers. Supported development of activity tracking database.
https://energy.gov/articles/doe-launches-save-energy-now-leader-program
Partners: Oak Ridge National Lab, USDOE | Key Collaborators: PPC
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
Save Energy Now / Better Plants | Project Description:
The Save Energy Now® program provided technical assistance and resources to companies that pledge significant improvements in industrial energy efficiency.
New Jersey Manufacturing Excellence Program (NJME)
New Jersey Manufacturing Excellence Program (NJME)
2002 – 2010
Conducted assessments and generated action plans, system profiles, recommendations, pollution prevention plans, and reports with cost/benefit analysis.
Partners: Rutgers University, New Jersey State DEP
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
ASHRAE Service Life & Maintenance Cost Database
ASHRAE Service Life & Maintenance Cost Database
2007 – 2008
Completed development of ASHRAE Research Project 1237-TRP: Service Life & Maintenance Cost Database. Primarily uses: ASP, MS SQL
https://www.ashrae.org/database
Partners: ASHRAE
Cybersecurity
ASP
ASHRAE Service Life & Maintenance Cost Database | Project Description:
The purpose of this database is to provide current information on service life and maintenance costs of typical HVAC equipment. Engineers depend on accurate owning and operating data to make decisions involving the life cycle and functionality of buildings. However, lack of sufficient up-to-date data makes it difficult to provide a solid basis for those decisions. Previous efforts to collect data through traditional survey methods have produced less than acceptable results.
NJCHP Program
NJCHP Program
2006 – 2008
Evaluated CHP grant proposals for the state of New Jersey to determine feasibility, technical accuracy, regulatory issues, and likelihood of predicted results. Also provided guidance and advice for those considering CHP or Cogeneration.
Partners: Rutgers University, New Jersey State BPU
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Steam System Expert
NJ Renewable & Wind Energy Project
NJ Renewable & Wind Energy Project
2006 – 2007
Conducted site evaluations for potential wind power installations and gave related presentations.
Partners: Rutgers University, New Jersey State BPU
Mechanical Engineer
Energy Expert
Plant Wide Assessments (PWA)
Plant Wide Assessments (PWA)
2004 – 2005
Developed a tracking database for PWA assessment results.
Partners: Rutgers University, USDOE
Cybersecurity
Plant Wide Assessments (PWA) | Project Description:
The USDOE plant wide assessments were multi-day industrial assessments evaluating the entire manufacturing process in fine detail from start to finish for energy saving opportunities.
Engineer at Electric Boat
Engineer at Electric Boat
2001 – 2002
Worked in the special warfare department on the Seawolf-class USS Jimmy Carter (SSN-23) submarine. Focused on supporting mission specific custom modifications.
Partners: Electric Boat
Mechanical Engineer