Richard Wolven
About Richard Wolven
Richard Wolven is the Chief Engineer, Cogeneration at Bristol-Myers Squibb, with over 15 years of experience at the company and a diverse background in engineering roles across various industries.
Current Position at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Richard Wolven has been serving as the Chief Engineer, Cogeneration at Bristol-Myers Squibb since June 2008. With over 15 years at the company, he oversees the cogeneration systems, which integrate the simultaneous production of electricity and useful heat. These systems are critical for improving energy efficiency and reducing overall operational costs. His role is essential in managing and optimizing the engineering aspects of cogeneration functionalities within the organization.
Previous Experience at National Starch & Chemical Corp.
Richard Wolven previously worked for National Starch & Chemical Corp. as a Maintenance Technician and Stationary Engineer. During his 7-year tenure from 1983 to 1990 in Bridgewater, NJ, he gained significant experience in the chemical industry. His responsibilities included various maintenance and engineering tasks, contributing to the reliability and efficiency of the company's operations.
US Navy Service as Submarine Auxiliary Technician
From 1976 to 1981, Richard Wolven served in the US Navy as a Submarine Auxiliary Technician in Groton, CT. This role allowed him to acquire specialized technical skills pertinent to submarine operations and maintenance. His five years of service provided a strong technical foundation that he carried forward into his subsequent civilian engineering roles.
Educational Background
Richard Wolven attended Immaculata High School before pursuing further education at Raritan Valley Community College. His educational background laid the groundwork for his diverse engineering career, equipping him with fundamental knowledge that he further developed through extensive hands-on experience in various technical roles.
Experience at Valcor Engineering Corp.
At Valcor Engineering Corp., Richard Wolven worked as a Development Lab Technician from 1981 to 1983 in Springfield, NJ. During this period, he was involved in engineering projects that required precision and innovation. His contributions to the development lab were instrumental in advancing the company's engineering objectives.