Edward W. Milner
(303) 909-5814 10913 Arlington Plz. Apt. 1621
(402) 614-4174 Omaha, NE 68168
I am an extremely hardworking, goal-oriented, and reliable Plant Engineer with a twenty (20)+ year proven track record of project management and process engineering implementation in infrastructure, power generation, petrol chemical, food production, and Renewable Energy industries. My career is a practical demonstration of an accumulated knowledge base in design and implementation of process engineering systems associated with ethanol production, bio-renewable fuels, and process improvements. As a practitioner of team leadership and the maintenance of positive working relationships, my experiences include a proven ability to manage large-scale projects from design thru to production. Practical leadership abilities include strong organizational and analytical skills in commitment to achieving organizational goals.
Core Process Engineering competencies include:
Process Flow Diagrams Process and Instrument Diagrams Process Calculations
Status Reports Basis Scope Development Documents Equipment Layout Design
PSV and NPSH Calculations Process Equipment Specifications Equipment Bid Comparison
Equipment Data Sheets Process Pay Back Calculations Line List and Tie-In List
Construction Specifications Material and Energy Balance Calculations
Core Project Engineering competencies include:
Project Development & Management Design & Engineering
Process Analysis & Improvement Contract Negotiation
Budget Planning & Administrative Support Relationship Building
Feasibility Studies & Payback Analysis Proposal Submission
Professional Experience
AG Corn Processing Sept. 2010 – Present
Plant Engineer
Hastings, NE
Oversaw engineering principles to evaluate, analyze and determine the correctness, applicability, and thoroughness of preparation of projects, P.A.R.s, and other specific tasks as assigned project development for a 52mmGpy ethanol facility.
Evaluate plant operations regarding costs control, product quality, manpower, efficiency, and maintenance management.
Develop training seminars to improve technical understanding of projects as they become operational.
Manage Lab personnel resulting in the recommendation and development of goals and objectives to result in consistency with company goals and objectives.
Monitor and update Plant documents including P&ID, Confined Space, and Lock-Out Documents as required for project development.
IntegroEnergy Aug 2009 – March 2010
Plant Manager (Contract Position)
Worthing, SD
Oversaw and managed day-to-day operations of a 37 mmgpy dry mill ethanol plant, ensuring to develop and implement cost-effective methods in accomplishing business goals.
Handled operation, maintenance, and improvements of the facility; ensured quality and compliance to industry standards and regulations in all aspects of the operation. Increased production by 50% and increased run time by 450%.
Carried-out design enhancements to include infection control, distillation, and vacuum improvements.
Supervised fifty-two (52) employees, including scheduling of work activities, conducting of performance reviews, providing trainings, facilitating communication among all departments, and motivating employees.
Involved in planning and administration of $100MM budget; maintained inventory at optimal level as well as managed and facilitated product deliveries.
Performed redesigning for a small, non-working ethanol plant; conducted biodiesel reviews and provided valuable inputs on renewable fuels.
Established and implemented safety programs to ensure a safe working environment; maintained long-term relationships with stakeholders.
Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy May 2008 – Jun 2009
Plant Engineer
Council Bluffs, IA
Supervised overall operations, including start-up, of a 110 mmgpy dry mill ethanol plant, ensuring tasks are executed efficiently and within production schedule.
Designed and specified alternative energy sources; performed chemical cleaning of the steam line; monitored maintenance of plant, machinery, and equipment.
Handled all technical aspects of the plant; managed and determined energy requirements needed by the plant. Also coordinated with the repairs of the facility.
Actively involved in developing and implementing quality control cost-effective processes; resolved issues and concerns encountered in the operation.
Coordinated and designed the modification and operation of the Water Treatment facility, include high iron extraction equipment consisting of RO’s and Fe Scrubbing.
ICM Inc. Mar 2005 – May 2008
Process Engineer
Colwich, KS
Lead the team that designed several 100 mmgpy dry mill ethanol plants to include identifying alternative energy sources and load out equipment.
Analyzed tasks related to process improvements; reviewed and evaluated specifications and drawings submitted by vendors.
Closely worked with project management to resolve design and warranty issues; provided solutions in troubleshooting recurrent operation problems and concerns.
Monitored and identified measures to solve any issues on energy balance; participated in organizational ...
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