I started my path towards the energy industry in college, when I decided to change my degree to Nuclear Power Engineering after seeing a presentation on the history and changes in power generation . I worked in the nuclear industry at a large utility for nearly 10 years, gaining experience at different plants. Watching the continuously changing landscape, I became interested in combustion turbines and combined cycle stations. I was able to transfer to a corporate role within the company where I got to learn several technologies, even getting exposed to solar and wind. When in that role, I was tasked as being a technical interface between the utility and the insurance world. The unlimited potential for new learning eventually drew me into the position I am in today as a Machinery Loss Control Engineer for AEGIS Insurance Services.
As an engineer for an insurance company, I never stop learning or experiencing new things as I travel from location to location to meet with all sorts of generation and distribution facilities. I have the opportunity to work with every type of technology, from 100 year old hydroelectric plants, to new and developing equipment. In the nuclear industry, companies would share best practices or problems they are facing as operating experience, so that everyone can operate safer and more reliable. In the rest of the energy industry, Loss Control Engineering is the closest role to that as I get to go from site to site and share best practices, and warn people of unknown risks. When leaving a site, I’m typically overwhelmed with gratitude from the employees for sharing that knowledge. and often times giving a new perspective. Having worked in several power plants throughout my career, I’m proud of my current job, knowing that I’m helping people go home safe and keeping energy costs lower.
This role is perfect for me because I love to travel. I get to meet all sorts of new people, see new places all over the country, and I’m still home every weekend. I also get to work with people that have a very diverse and extensive background, and love to share what they’ve learned. The energy industry will always be in high demand, and is constantly changing. Every day I get to learn something new. For anyone that enjoys learning and helping others, I would highly recommend a career in the insurance loss control field.