Garrett Gauvain

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ABOUT GARRETT GAUVAIN

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:Innovative Electrical Design and Project Management leader with 35+ years delivering large-scale, complex engineering projects across refining, power generation/distribution, nuclear, solar, oil & gas, mining, and metals. Proven track record of driving projects from concept to completion—on time, on budget, and exceeding performance goals. Expert in FEED, high/low voltage systems, automation, compliance (NEC, IEC), and leading cross-functional, multi-national teams. Known for pioneering new engineering standards, mentoring top talent, and navigating high-stakes, high-value programs for global leaders such as Fluor, Jacobs, and Invensys.Expertise in conceptualizing and scope development for any size project. I’m a big picture, big idea individual always looking for innovative solutions to deliver world class solutions to clients.Accepting consultant contracts at this time.CORE STRENGTHS:• Electrical Systems Design & Integration• Power Distribution & Automation• Regulatory Compliance (NEC, IEC)• FEED, Risk Assessment & Conceptual Design• Project & Program Management• Budgeting, Scheduling & Cost Control• Team Leadership & Mentorship• EPC Work Packages & Turnaround SupportCAREER HIGHLIGHTS:As a Project Manager for FutureLink, in the IT sector, I developed a robust project life cycle that aided in network hardware/software deployment for the Boeing 717 production line and the Space Shuttle Support Service Team in Huntington Beach CA. Company. At Fluor Enterprises, as a Lead Electrical Design Engineer on a number of mega-sized projects, from the $2.3B plant expansion at the Marathon Refinery in Detroit MI, to a 175MW, 1600-acre solar power generating facility in El Centro CA. As an example, on the 175MW solar facility in El Centro I was part of the team responsible for the electrical site layout, locating all the inverter shelters, standardizing the array fields and conceptualizing the power collection cabling.PERSONAL INTERESTS:I\'m an avid traveler / adventurer and enjoy the many cultures of the world. I\'ve ran with the bulls in Pamplona Spain (2013), visited the Taj Mahal in India (2023) and am currently planning a trip to Egypt to tour the Great Pyramids of Giza (2026). I like to surf, lift weights, walk my dog and 4-wheel drive with the SoCal Land Rovers Club. Most weekends you can find me at the beach, camping or on a plane with my wife Kim flying to our next destination.