Josh Platts

Senior Commissioning Manager @ Signal Energy

About

Committed to ensuring safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction in all endeavors.Co-founder of (BAI) Broken Arrow Industrial, LLCKey Expertise:Power Plant Operations & Maintenance:Fossil Fuel, Thermopower, Natural Gas, Nuclear, and PV Power PlantsUtility-scale co-operative operationsOil refinery and production plant experienceRenewable Energy (PV Power Plants):Operations & Maintenance (O&M) managementDC systems, AC MV/HV systems, and network communicationsInverter installation, commissioning, and maintenance (SMA, ABB, Schneider Electric, Power Electronics, TMEIC, SunGrow, etc.)Solar tracking systems (ATI, NexTracker, Sunpower Oasis, GameChange, RBI, Solar Flex, etc.)MV/HV transformer maintenance and DGA oil sampling (Doble)Thermal imagery (FLIR systems) and insulation resistance testingModule and MC4 connector repair, tracker component replacement (electrical/mechanical)Inverter ground fault troubleshooting and IV curve tracingTechnical Skills:Welding: Structural & vessel welding, arc, MIG, flux core, and accu-pulse welding (carbon steel & stainless steel)PLC installation, programming, troubleshooting, and diagnosticsSubstation switching and digital relay breaker operation (SEL, F6, etc.)UPS Battery TestingFS6 gas analysis testing and corrective/preventive maintenance strategiesSoftware Proficiency:Microsoft OfficeMAXIMO CMMS and FIIX CMMSDevelopment of programs to enhance plant performance and cost-effectivenessSafety & Compliance:LOCKOUT TAGOUT proceduresAdherence to safety protocols and reliability standardsNERC ComplianceProfessional Strengths:Proven ability to manage complex operations and maintenance in diverse energy environments.Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on improving plant performance and reducing costs.Expertise in both traditional and renewable energy systems, ensuring adaptability in a transitioning energy landscape.Commitment to safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Country

United States

City

Tulsa

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Skill

Network Switches, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Electrical Layouts, Electrical Safety, Transformers, Electrical Design, Automation, Construction Management, Energy Efficiency, SCADA, SEL, Preventive Maintenance, Maintenance Management, Field Production, Microsoft Office, Electricity, Engineering, Construction, Light Electrical, AutoCAD

Experience

Senior Commissioning Manager

Signal Energy

2026-4 - Present · 6 mos

North America

Commissioning Superintendent

Primoris Services Corporation

2025-9 - 2026-4 · 8 mos

United States

Supervises and sets the direction for all General Foremen, Field Engineers, and Foremen on-site to ensure the best use of all company resources; and adherence to all company policies and state and federal regulations. Provides formal coaching feedback to General Foremen, Field Engineers, and Foremen as well as regular informal feedback. Schedules equipment, materials, tools, and subcontractors to effectively utilize all resources and to maximize production and minimize costs after becoming familiar with the scope of work and site Will collaborate with other projects to appropriately utilize and share resources. Trains and implements standardized Work Plans and Work Assists Field Operations Manager in process improvement efforts.