Jae Van Klei
Calgary,AB
Summary
Licensed professional engineer (P.Eng.) with over 10 years of experience in engineering design, construction engineering, and renewable energy development. Expertise in solar PV system engineering, infrastructure construction and full lifecycle project delivery. Ready to use my engineering skills in the United States under TN status.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
VP of Field Operations
Western Solar Inc.
Calgary, Alberta
03.2017 - Current
- Led strategic planning initiatives to enhance utility solar projects.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and execution.
- Implemented innovative strategies to promote sustainable practices within the organization.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on industry best practices and technologies.
- Evaluated operational efficiency to improve overall project delivery timelines.
- Identified operational challenges and implemented solutions to streamline processes.
- Implemented process improvement procedures, achieving organization-wide cost savings.
- Maintained stakeholder relationships through proactive meeting attendance and timely responses to inquiries.
- Established performance standards for staff members in order to drive productivity levels up.
- Designed incentive programs that motivated staff members while ensuring profitability targets were met.
- Oversaw quality assurance efforts to maintain high standards of product and service delivery.
- Oversaw talent acquisition, training, and development programs to build high-performing teams.
Field Engineer
PCL Construction
Calgary, Alberta
05.2010 - 02.2017
- Led a team of field engineers in executing installations at customer sites, enhancing project execution efficiency.
- Conducted site surveys to determine project requirements and site conditions, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Collaborated with project teams to ensure timely completion of field assignments.
- Provided technical support to clients regarding equipment usage and troubleshooting.
- Documented field activities and communicated findings to project managers, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Trained junior engineers on best practices for field procedures and safety protocols.
- Identified root cause and delivered recommendations to alleviate future issues and failures.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards when designing or implementing solutions.
- Prepared reports summarizing project status updates for stakeholders.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
U of C - Schulich School of Engineering
Calgary, AB05.2012
Skills
- Construction Engineering
- Engineering Design & Analysis
- Project execution with a focus on efficient designs
- Stakeholder management
- Cross-functional team management
- Process improvement
- Quality assurance
- Strategic planning
Timeline
VP of Field Operations
Western Solar Inc.
03.2017 - Current
Field Engineer
PCL Construction
05.2010 - 02.2017
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
U of C - Schulich School of Engineering