Curtis Jennings
St. John's,NL
Summary
Experienced professional with 14+ years in the energy sector, specializing in rotating equipment and project Expanded expertise through launching and managing a sustainable agriculture and gardening business. Combines hands-on leadership with a systems-thinking approach to enhance performance and streamline processes. Actively pursuing roles that value integrity, adaptability, and resourceful problem-solving across multiple disciplines.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Owner/Operator
Fixed Vegetables and Seed Incorporated
Flatrock, NL, Newfoundland and Labrador
11.2020 - Current
- Established and developed farming and gardening business focused on local sourcing and sustainability.
- Managed two seasonal farm sites, emphasizing garlic, vegetables, and companion plants.
- Supplied fresh produce, seeds and seedlings, workshops and education to home gardeners and local restaurants, enhancing community connections.
Medical Corporation & Office Administration
Contract
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
03.2018 - Current
- Delivered administration and financial management for private medical practice.
- Established and administered cost-sharing arrangement for five general surgeons and support staff. Oversaw essential business functions, including HR, payroll, vendor negotiations, and financial reporting.
Senior Mechanical Engineer
CBCL Limited
Halifax, Nova Scotia
06.2014 - 02.2018
- Managing multi-disciplinary teams, budgets, and vendor coordination.
- Mechanical, control, process, and piping system design, as well as facilities commissioning for energy clients.
- Evaluate and enhance equipment and facilities system performance. Delivered actionable recommendations tied to efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Suncor Energy
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
05.2007 - 04.2014
- Led technical initiatives, conducted failure investigations, and developed maintenance strategies for rotating equipment, enhancing reliability and uptime.
- Strategic Assessments & Lifecycle Planning: Contributed to service life extension assessments, risk mitigation for hazardous systems, reliability, and safe operation projects.
- Led several strategic projects, including the development of the East Coast Research and Technology Strategy, and the Main Power Generation Gearbox Redesign.
Education
B.Eng - Mechanical Engineering
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John's, Newfoundland And Labrador05-2004
Skills
- Mechanical and process design
- Controls and automation
- Problem solving
- Project management
- Technical documentation
- Customer relationship management
- Verbal and written communication
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
- Volunteer: Secretary - Killick Coast Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Lead Killick Coast Food Hub Steering Committee
- Interests: Food and Health, Greenhouses, Learning, Tinkering, and Music
- Awards: Dean's Honor Award (Engineering), University Medal (Mechanical Engineering)
Certification
- P.Eng (Non-Practiciing)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Co-Owner/Operator
Fixed Vegetables and Seed Incorporated
11.2020 - Current
Medical Corporation & Office Administration
Contract
03.2018 - Current
Senior Mechanical Engineer
CBCL Limited
06.2014 - 02.2018
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Suncor Energy
05.2007 - 04.2014
B.Eng - Mechanical Engineering
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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