This document is a resume for Michael Davenport, a commissioning engineer with experience working for GE Power and Alstom Power. It provides details of his work experience commissioning gas turbines and conducting performance testing from 2013 to present. It also lists his education as a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Commonwealth University along with training programs he has completed. His skills, interests, and field assignments are described.

1. Last update on June 1, 2016
Michael Davenport January 15, 1991
michael.davenport1@ge.com · +1.8043998195 · www.linkedin.com/in/michaeldavenport
2002 E. River Rd #S4 · 85718 · Tucson · Arizona
Summary
Commissioning engineer with experience on Alstom heavy
duty gas turbines, a mindset for delivering the highest quality
of service in a timely and professional manner.
I studied at Virginia Commonwealth University from
2009 to 2013 and graduated in Mechanical Engineering
with the honors Magna cum Laude. I took the Funda-
mentals of Engineering Exam in May of 2013 and was
awarded the grade of ”Pass.”
I began my employment at Alstom Power on June
17th, 2013 holding the position of Commissioning Engi-
neer.
I had continued my education while holding this po-
sition at Alstom through company scheduled training
as well as by exploring my own interests in my personal
time.
I have completed Alstom’s courses for Certified Com-
missioning Engineers & Combustion Experts at the
Power Plant Training Center in Birr, Switzerland.
I support projects in the United States, Canada and
Mexico for clients including but not limited to GDF Suez,
TransAlta, Suncor, and CFE.
Experience
GE Power B , M
Commissioning Specialist Nov ’15 – Present
GE Power brings together the world’s most advanced gas-fired technologies, agile digital infrastructure,
and leading industry experts. We design, build and work as one fast moving system in order to meet
the challenges of today’s power-hungry planet. Our goal is to bring reliable, a ordable, and accessible
power to over a billion lives around the world. To energize homes, schools, businesses, and the future.
Alstom Power NAM M , V
Commissioning Engineer Jun ’13 – Nov ’15
Alstom Power was driven by excellence with the goal to deliver high gas plant e ciency, reliability,
and flexibility while reducing the operation’s environmental footprint. Alstom supplied gas turbines
for a variety of applications including co-generation, commercial and residential power. Alstom’s gas
turbines supplied power for both 50 & 60 Hz markets and can be found throughout the world.
Education
Virginia Commonwealth University R , V
BSME with minor in Mathematics, Magna cum Laude 2009 – 2013
Focused on all aspects of engineering including the development of a knowledge base in mathematics
and science, the ability to analyze and interpret data and the ability to function as part of a multi-
disciplinary team. Picked up an understanding of computational programming, logic, and electrical
systems along the way. Virginia Commonwealth University was an ABET accredited institution at the
time of initialization and completion of the degree.
Skills
Technical expertise: Proficient with Microsoft O ce 365 (especially Microsoft Excel, Word and Powerpoint),
National Instruments, Corvus (FFT Analysis), Lotus Notes, function generators (in general), digital multi-
meters (in general), oscilloscopes (in general), Pepperel-Fuchs transmitters, Rosemount Transmitters, Hart
Field Communication protocol and devices, as well as the execution of complex procedural documentation.
I have also taught myself basic data storage and management, basic network communications procedures
(IT), Python (2 & 3), and basic computer technician abilities. Familiar with MatLab and LabView.
Natural languages: English (native speaker), Spanish (full professional proficiency).
Interests
Non-exhaustive and in alphabetical order: Arduino, ATVs, cooking, cycling, home automation, linux, open
source, OS X, philosophy, Python, Pythonista, Raspberry Pi, task automation, travel, typography (e.g.
graphic design, LATEX), Ubuntu, Un Minuto para Ganar (TV show), Wink, Workflow.

2. Detailed experience
GE Power
Field assignments Nov ’15 – Present
US, Midland Cogen. Venture GT7, E&P and Performance testing for BLA, prevent machine overfiring,
GT11NMC
US, Midland Cogen. Venture GT10 E&P and Performance testing for BLA, prevent machine
overfiring, GT11MTS
US, Midland Cogen. Venture GT4, E&P and Performance testing for BLA, prevent machine
overfiring, GT11MTS
US, Midland Cogen. Venture GT5, E&P and Performance testing for BLA, prevent machine
overfiring, GT11MTS
US, Midland Cogen. Venture GT13, E&P and Performance testing for BLA, prevent machine
overfiring, GT11NMC
US, Fond du Lac GT4, E&P Emission verification for EPA, GT11N
US, Fond du Lac GT1, E&P Emission verification for EPA, GT11N
US, Midland Cogen. Venture GT3, E&P and Performance testing for BLA, prevent machine
overfiring, GT11NMC
US, Midland Cogen. Venture GT9, E&P and Performance testing for BLA, prevent machine
overfiring, GT11NMC
US, Lake Road CC1, E&P test lead during A-Insp, GT24
US, WF2 PSC O ce Support, Emission & pulsation test, GT24
MX, Hermosillo Diesel Operation Support, Emission & pulsation test, GT24
US, WF2 PSC O ce Support, Emission & pulsation test, GT24
MX, B-Inspection El Sauz CC1, Emission & pulsation test, GT24
Continued development assignments
Using Python to Access Web Data by University of Michigan on Coursera. Certificate earned on May
31, 2016
Python Data Structures by University of Michigan on Coursera. Certificate earned on May 30,
2016
Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python) by University of Michigan on
Coursera. Certificate earned on May 28, 2016
Environmental Health & Safety Training by General Electric. GE Atlanta site specific safety
training..
Base Fleet Performance Training by Alstom Power, Analyzing base fleet gas turbines and conduct-
ing performance analyses, Richmond specific..

3. Alstom Power NAM
Field assignments Sep ’13 – Nov ’15
MX, B-Insp Monterrey III CC4, Emission & pulsation test, GT24
CA, A-Insp St. John Bayside GT1, Emission & pulsation test, GT24
US, 2015-2016 FES Equipment & Warehouse, Warehouse support
CA, C-Insp Poplar Creek Power Station GT1, Emission & pulsation test, GT11N2
US, C-Insp Lakewood Cogeneration GT1, Emission & pulsation test, GT11N2
US, C-Insp Midlothian GT2, Gas turbine commissioning, GT24
MX, C-Insp Monterrey III CC4, Gas turbine commissioning, GT24
MX, Troubleshooting C.T. Presidente Juarez CC2, Emission & pulsation test, GT24
MX, C-Insp Monterrey II CC2, Gas turbine commissioning, GT24
US, B-Insp La Paloma GT4, Gas turbine commissioning, GT24
MX, C-Insp Monterrey II CC2, Gas turbine commissioning, GT24
MX, C-Insp Hermosillo CC, Gas turbine commissioning, GT24
MX, B-Insp C.T. Presidente Juarez CC1, Emission & pulsation test, GT24
MX, B-Insp C.T. Presidente Juarez CC2, Emission & pulsation test, GT24
US, B-Insp Bellingham GT1, Emission & pulsation test, GT24
US, S-Insp Bellingham GT2, Emission & pulsation test, GT24
US, S-Insp Blackstone GT1, Emission & pulsation test, GT24
US, S-Insp Blackstone GT2, Emission & pulsation test, GT24
US, S-Insp Hopewell GT1, Emission & pulsation test, GT11NM
US, C-Insp Lake Road GT2, Emission & pulsation test, GT24
MX, S-Insp Hermosillo CC, Gas turbine commissioning, GT24
US, 2013-2014 FES Equipment & Warehouse, Warehouse support
MX, C-Insp Monterrey III CC1, OJT Advanced Fleet, GT24
MX, C-Insp Monterrey III CC2, OJT Advanced Fleet, GT24
US, S-Insp Hopewell GT2, OJT Base Fleet, GT11NM
US, Troubleshooting Lake Road GT1, Emission & pulsation test, GT24

4. Continued development assignments
Engine Adjustment Basics by Alstom Power, Optimizing performance of a gas turbine..
LEAN by Alstom Power, Process improvement through waste reduction..
Mobility for Field Service Users by Alstom Power, Certification exam for field service users..
ADVANT for Process Engineers by Alstom Power, Industrial control system basics using ADVANT as an
introduction..
Combustion Test Engineering by Alstom Power Switzerland, Extensive combustion test engineer
certification, Alstom Switzerland specific..
Proper Emission Sampling Techniques by Highmark Analytics, How to properly sample gas tur-
bine emissions..
LAN I by Alstom Power, Leadership skill development..
GT Expert I by Alstom Power Switzerland, Extensive gas turbine commissioning basics, Alstom
Switzerland specific..
COMET by Alstom Power Switzerland, Commissioning engineering basics, Alstom Switzerland
specific..
Global Field Service Organizational Conference by Alstom Power, Organization updates and spe-
cial topic discussions..
SANO by Alstom Power Switzerland, Introduction to safety and the adjustment of a gas turbine..
Swagelok Basics by Swagelok, How to use Swagelok fittings and properly bend tubing - instructed
by Swagelok personnel..
Instrument Calibration by NTT, How to calibrate temperature and pressure sensing instrumenta-
tion..
Electrical Safety by NFPA, NFPA 70E; Understanding arc flash safety..
Continuous improvement
Alstom Power NAM
Mobility Jul ’13 – Nov ’15
An e ort to reduce documentation waste, improve documentation e ciency and reduce overall project
time through the use of cloud based software. I have converted documentation into digital formats and
have tested their e ectiveness in the field in Monterrey (Mar ’15) and in La Paloma (Nov ’15). I have
helped maintain project deadlines, contributed specific improvements and ideas to the development of
the system which were coordinated with the project team in Baden, Switzerland.