Zachary Moore
Wendell
Summary
Process engineer with extensive experience in the food and beverage sector, specializing in the design and commissioning of advanced process facilities. Successfully implemented new equipment and technologies, enhancing operational efficiency in existing factories. Proven ability to streamline processes through targeted training, standardization, and collaborative efforts.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Engineer
Gray AES
Lexington
06.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with customers and design partners on facility space planning, equipment placement, structural requirements, egress, accessibility, and code compliance to ensure project alignment with client needs.
- Led process systems design tasks, including detailed mass and energy balance, BFD/PFD P&ID drawings, detailed equipment and utility list, equipment layouts, and 3D process model coordination
- Coordinated the specification, procurement, and factory acceptance testing of equipment for food and beverage customers including those in bakeries, bottled tea, and pet food
- Drafted detailed scopes of work for equipment procurement, installation, and project estimates to streamline project execution and clarify deliverables.
- Oversaw and advised on the installation of commissioning of large scale industrial Food and Beverage projects including that of a 1,300,000 square foot brownfield petfood processing facility.
- Developed commissioning training programs and turnover plans for project handover.
- Led the initiative to merge and standardize process design deliverables from three company archives post-merger.
- Developed and presented training for new hires at Gray Inc. on process design, deliverables, and acceptance testing to enhance onboarding and ensure consistent understanding of protocols.
Associate Project Engineer
Performance Contracting Inc.
Augusta
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Reviewed project finances to ensure all labor and materials were being properly billed to the customer, resulting in $250,000 being added to projects' overall profit margin
- Coordinated allocation of people and materials through consistent communication with Bechtel Corporation and Southern Nuclear Company to meet customer needs
- Monitored daily productivity metrics to ensure project compliance with requirements
- Verified fire and radiation seal sites in the field aligned with customer model and identified opportunities to expand project scope on time and materials basis
- Tracked company controlled assets and ensured proper routine maintenance activities were performed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-2020
Hygienic Design Training
Commercial Food Sanitation
New Orleans, LA06-2021
Better Process Controls School-Acidified Foods
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY11-2022
Engineering Training School
SPX Flow
Delavan, WI10-2024
Skills
- Customer collaboration
- OSHA 30 Certified
- Hygienic Design and GMP
- Process design
- Utility coordination
- Plant layout
- Process flows
- Commissioning processes
- Scope drafting
- Problem solving
- Adaptable thinking
Timeline
Process Engineer
Gray AES
06.2021 - Current
Associate Project Engineer
Performance Contracting Inc.
07.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Kentucky
Hygienic Design Training
Commercial Food Sanitation
Better Process Controls School-Acidified Foods
University of Kentucky
Engineering Training School
SPX Flow