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
Bland, VA
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
Bland, VA
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
Bland, VA
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