John Newell
About John Newell
John Newell is a Plant Support Specialist at American Electric Power, where he has worked since 2006. He has over 20 years of experience in the power industry and served in the US Navy for 21 years, participating in significant operations such as the Gulf War.
Work at American Electric Power
John Newell has been employed at American Electric Power since 2006, serving as a Plant Support Specialist for 18 years. In this role, he manages community relations for the plant, balancing budgets, and tracking manpower and materials for various projects. He is also involved in project management and planning for outages, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with jurisdictional requirements.
Education and Expertise
John Newell studied Mechanical Engineering at Tulsa Community College from 2004 to 2006, completing a two-year program. He also attended Struther High School from 1971 to 1973. His educational background supports his expertise in operational risk management and equipment testing, which he applies in his current role.
Background
John Newell has over 20 years of experience in the power industry. Prior to his current position, he served in the US Navy for 21 years, where he participated in the Gulf War and Operation Provide Hope in Somalia. This military experience contributes to his strong leadership and supervisory skills.
Achievements
In his role at American Electric Power, John Newell specializes in utilizing advanced technical equipment such as infrared thermography, vibration analysis, and tribology. He has over 25 years of supervisory experience, with a focus on front-line supervision for the past 10 years. He is responsible for building and using Excel spreadsheets to monitor and track jurisdictional requirements for audit purposes.