Bruce Smith

VP of Operations at Evolution Energy

Placentia, California, United States

About

My role is to focus on Sales and Business Development in the solar energy market. I have spent many years in the photovoltaic (solar cells) industry and have experience as a biologist in the biotechnology (plant cells) industry. I am continuously working to promote the development and expansion of solar electricity, alternative energy and sustainable living practices. Specialties: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook), Engineering, Sales, Energy Consultant, QuickBase, Project Manager, Operations Manager, Stand Alone and Grid Tied Solar Photovoltaic Systems, Inverters, Solmetric, SunEye, SketchUp, Autocad, DraftSight, CAD Design and Review, JMP Statistical Analysis, SolidWorks, Strong business acumen and Mechanical Aptitude, SPC, Gauge R&R studies

Experience

  • VP of Operations at Evolution Energy
    Feb 2014 - Present · 12 yrs 5 mos

    ..there is enough energy striking the surface of the earth each hour to power the world energy demand for an entire year. Harvest just a miniscule fraction of this and cover your energy needs with solar. Meanwhile you lock in your cost of electricity or gas, reduce or eliminate the need for Carbon emitting fossil fuel energy sources, and generate your own clean, safe and reliable energy. This is what I do so take the next step in how you get your power and help me help you.

  • Project Developer at Sullivan Solar Power
    Aug 2013 - Feb 2014 · 7 mos

    Develop solar energy projects from inception to completion Provide fact based economic advantages of using solar power Drive sales and achieve company goals and objectives Detail the sizing, mechanics and return on investment (ROI) of PV Systems Offer a variety of financing options to fund solar electric projects Work in concert with Project Managers to support ongoing projects Conduct on site visits and perform solar site assessment Design solar electric systems

  • Project Engineer at True Power Solar
    Mar 2012 - Aug 2013 · 1 yr 6 mos

    Provide resident technical expertise to clients, sales, operations, and finance teams Drive the inside sales department and conduct in home energy services consultation Offer a variety of financing options to fund solar electric projects Manage day to day operations of solar electric sales, design and installation firm Review solar electric engineering designs Efficiently balance dozens of projects simultaneously Liaise with distributors and manage company personnel and contractors for project builds On site and remote troubleshooting of solar electric systems and energy monitoring equipment Develop operations workflow and process documentation Perform solar resource site assessment (SSA) and training

  • Solar Consultant at American Solar Direct Inc.
    Mar 2011 - Oct 2011 · 8 mos

    Provide In-home residential solar consultation Present the mechanics of how residential solar energy systems work Show homeowners the economic benefits of going solar Explain the process of what is required to install residential solar systems Provide fact based information regarding US and California energy practices

  • Engineering Team Lead at Intertek
    Mar 2009 - Aug 2011 · 2 yrs 6 mos

    Type rating and qualifying PV modules Performance and reliability testing conforming to IEC, UL standards Engineering project management