Heath Slaughter
Rocky Gap
Summary
Experienced Senior Project Engineer gifted at meeting tight deadlines, driving business opportunities, and working well in team-based environments. Engaging and personable to manage key milestones and deliver exemplary customer service.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Engineer
Hitachi Energy
07.2025 - Current
- Utilized project management software to track progress, manage resources, and report on key performance indicators.
- Conducted post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and improve future project planning efforts.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Established effective communication channels with stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment of expectations.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
- Coordinated field service & warranty for data center sector.
Senior Mechanical Designer
Hitachi Energy
03.2013 - Current
- Provide technical assistance to Hitachi parts and service department.
- Perform field service when controls expertise is needed on site.
- Provided technical expertise during all stages of product development, ensuring adherence to best practices and industry standards.
- Assisted with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for any design-related issues discovered during manufacturing, installation, or operation.
- Developed CAD drawings to support prototype designs.
- Enhanced product quality through meticulous attention to detail in design specifications and drawings.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Collaborated with manufacturing teams to ensure seamless transition from design to production, minimizing potential delays or issues.
Section Leader/Field Service Technician
Hitachi Energy
12.2003 - 03.2013
- Supervised 24/7 ops fabrication department while implementing lean/6S practices to deliver parts on schedule for every assembly department of transformer manufacturer.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient processes and procedures.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful project completion and timely delivery.
- Improved overall team performance with regular coaching, feedback, and mentoring sessions.
- Performed field service on controls and monitoring systems of industrial medium voltage transformers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rocky Gap High
Rocky Gap, VA05.2000
Skills
- Managing projects across multiple sectors with different stakeholders
- Quality Control Processes
- Manufacturing of medium voltage transformer process knowledge
- Able to effectively communicate across all disciplines to meet project goals
- Proficient with SAP
- Autodesk BIM and ACC
- RCCM & RCA
Timeline
Senior Project Engineer
Hitachi Energy
07.2025 - Current
Senior Mechanical Designer
Hitachi Energy
03.2013 - Current
Section Leader/Field Service Technician
Hitachi Energy
12.2003 - 03.2013
High School Diploma -
Rocky Gap High
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