Findlay, Ohio, United States
Engineer | Filmmaker | Entrepreneur I’m an engineering supervisor focused on asset integrity, compliance, and delivering practical solutions across natural gas systems. My background is in MAOP reconfirmation, material verification, and records-driven decision making under 49 CFR Part 192, with a focus on building strong teams and consistent, defensible results. I started my career at Marathon Petroleum, where I worked in pipeline integrity and became a subject matter resource in hydrotechnical threats and depth of cover. Outside of engineering, I built a videography business that took me across 11 countries, creating wedding films and travel documentaries. In 2021, I went all-in on that path; filming, traveling, and sharing content through YouTube and The Traveling Wellburys. Today, I’m back in engineering with Kleinfelder, combining technical experience with perspective gained from building a business.
Responsible for driving asset integrity and compliance programs across natural gas transmission and distribution systems. Accountable for project execution, quality, and team performance across MAOP reconfirmation, material verification, and records validation efforts in alignment with 49 CFR Part 192. Provide leadership to cross-functional engineering teams delivering large-scale client programs, establishing standards for asset management, GIS integration, and records traceability. Focused on building team capability, improving delivery efficiency through automation and data-driven tools, and ensuring consistent, defensible outcomes for clients.
Gas Transmission Systems (GTS) Division Led a multidisciplinary engineering team delivering integrity-driven solutions across natural gas transmission and distribution projects. Oversaw project planning, execution, and quality assurance across all phases of delivery. Maintained a hands-on leadership approach, supporting troubleshooting of complex anomalies, development of automated workflows, and presentation of technical analyses to stakeholders. Developed training materials, mentored engineers, and drove consistency in high-quality deliverables across the team. Focused on delivering efficient, technically sound, and regulatorily compliant solutions. - Executed MAOP reconfirmation, material verification, records validation, and risk mitigation efforts, guided by the application of 49 CFR Part 192 - Supported the Regulator Station Review Program (RSRP), performing assessments of distribution regulator stations for utility clients
Own and operate a video production business specializing in weddings, events, commercial content, and music videos. Produced 40+ wedding films along with a range of client projects, with a focus on storytelling and high-quality visuals. Currently operating on a part-time basis, while still taking on select client and partnership opportunities. Maintain an online presence through YouTube (Jake Welly) and travel/documentary content with The Traveling Wellburys. Certifications: - FAA Part 107 Certified Drone Pilot (Small UAS)
Excelled in driving sales and building strong client relationships through a customer-centric approach. Leveraged data-driven insights to refine sales strategies and enhance efficiency. - Prospected and converted leads, contributing to significant sales growth. - Cultivated lasting client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty. - Demonstrated expertise in communication, negotiation, and time management. Software & Skills: Sales Rabbit, Microsoft Office, D2D
Marathon Pipe Line | Integrity Engineering - Hydrotechnical Threats - Depth of Cover Management - Geohazard Support Program, data, and risk management for monitoring natural force threats, with a specific focus on scour, flooding, erosion, and land movement for an approximately a 13,000-mile network of pipelines across the United States. MPL Subject Matter Expert on hydrotechnical threats from scour modeling, river bank stabilization, and vortex induced vibration analyses. While supporting this process at Marathon, daily tasks included: - Review of Contractor land surveys to capture relevant integrity threats and develop mitigation strategies - Review scour analyses, erosion predictions, and hydrotechnical threats for mainline piping - Documenting inspection reports into engineering databases, including engineering recommended actions to mitigate integrity threats - Review and approve engineered solutions - PHMSA audit support - Flooding and emergency response support - Participate in industry involvement and research and development efforts in support of the company interests in API, PRCI, and joint industry activities. API 1133. ASME B31.4. DOT 195. Over the course of this position I wrote engineering integrity reports for: - Mississippi River Dune Scour - Turnagain Arm Hydrodynamic Scour Evaluation - Kentucky River Bank Stabilization
Pipeline Engineering | Mainline Integrity Managed multiple projects related to pipeline rehabilitation, maintenance, and depth of cover right-of-way integrity. - Developed and executed scope of work solutions to ensure continued safe operation of pipelines systems. - Worked alongside Contractors to implement strategic cost-competitive projects. - Assisted in the revamp of the hydrotechnical threat program.
- Pipeline Engineering with Technical Experience in Operations Projects Led: 1. WoodPat/RoxPat Alternate Relief (completed) 2. Patoka-to-Martinsville Densitometer Connection Modification (completed) 3. Capline Fire Water Relief Valve Replacement (completed) 4. Storm Shelter Relocation (completed) 5. Patoka Emergency On-Site Inventory 6. WoodPat Sample Hood Redesign • Managed the projects listed above by proposing execution plans, submitting designs, requesting quotes, writing work orders, scheduling, overseeing implementation, and completing close-out tasks. • Developed CDR (commissioning, decommissioning, and recommissioning) packages and energy isolation plans. • Worked closely with the Field Technicians to assist with operational tasks, such as condensate grind outs, tank seal gap inspections, loading and removing pigs, meter provings, and DOT inspections.