Bio
Born in Atlanta, GA. USA
Graduated Seymour High School 1983
University of Tennessee 1983-1985
Married 1987 (Patricia Whitted) with 2 children , 3 grandchildren
Professional Experience
23 years of service and support with engines and transmissions in class 7 and 8 truck market.
Service manager Covington Detroit Diesel Allsion Company 14 years.
ORNL 2008-present. Technical and mechanical support for the Fuel Science and Research Technology Group. " Automotive Research Mechanic"
General Contractor 2007 -2010 State of Tennessee
Awards
2011 ORNL Awards Night winner for Bargaining Unit Support.
Significant Event Award 2016 for " Additive Manufacturing Integrated Energy" project.
Significant Event Award for the 2011 45% Diesel thermal brake efficiency.
Significant Event Award for the 2015 MDF 3D printing of the Shelby Cobra.
Allison Transmission Champion 1999
Detroit Diesel Engines Southeast Regional Champion 1999
Technical support award BTSD division 2022
Education
University of Tennessee Knoxville
Numerous training sessions with Detroit Diesel, Allison Transmissions, Navistar, Caterpillar and Freightliner Corporation.
Professional Service
Licensed Commercial Contractor for the state of Tennessee
Commercial Driver's License holder
Professional Affiliations
Tennessee Home Builders Association.