Kevin Steele
About Kevin Steele
Kevin Steele is a Principal Application Engineer at Emerson in St. Louis, Missouri, with over 30 years of experience in machinery health analysis and protection.
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Kevin Steele is the Principal Application Engineer at Emerson, based in St. Louis, Missouri, United States.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Steele studied Electrical Engineering at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and achieved a Bachelor of Science degree from 1988 to 1990. He also studied Engineering at the University of Tennessee At Martin, earning a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. His specialized academic background laid the foundation for his extensive expertise in machinery health analysis and protection.
Professional Experience
Kevin Steele boasts over 30 years of professional experience in the field of machinery health analysis and protection. His career includes a decade in marketing product management, focusing on product strategies and market positioning. He has held roles in regional services management, overseeing service operations and customer support. His areas of expertise encompass machinery vibration, oil analysis, ultrasonic and structural analysis, infrared thermography, laser alignment, and precision balancing.
Certifications
Kevin Steele is certified in IEC 61508 and API 670, standards crucial for machinery protection systems. Additionally, he specializes in Safety Integrity Level (SIL) certification, ensuring adherence to rigorous safety standards.
Systems Integration
Kevin Steele possesses a robust background in systems integration, with a particular focus on the development of machinery health and protection applications. His extensive knowledge and hands-on experience make him an expert in implementing comprehensive solutions for enhancing machinery performance and reliability.