Robert C. Mechler Pe
About Robert C. Mechler Pe
Robert C. Mechler, PE, serves as the Director of Business Development for Transmission Strategic Services at LCRA in Austin, Texas, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in the energy sector, having previously worked in various leadership roles at Genon, Reliant Energy, and Black & Veatch.
Work at LCRA
Robert C. Mechler has served as the Director of Business Development for Transmission Strategic Services at LCRA since 2019. In this role, he focuses on developing strategic initiatives and partnerships to enhance transmission services. His tenure at LCRA spans five years, during which he has contributed to various projects aimed at improving the efficiency and reliability of the transmission network in Texas.
Previous Experience in Energy Sector
Before joining LCRA, Robert Mechler held several key positions in the energy sector. He worked at Genon as the Director of Transmission Analysis from 2007 to 2011. Prior to that, he was with Reliant Energy, where he served as the Director of Product Development for the Commercial and Industrial Retail Group for four months in 2007, and as Manager of Product Development and Manager of Transmission Policy from 2000 to 2007. Additionally, he worked at Black & Veatch from 2011 to 2019 as the Director of T&D Project Development and Regional General Manager of Power Delivery.
Education and Expertise
Robert C. Mechler studied at The University of Texas at Austin, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1978 to 1982. He continued his education in engineering at the same institution from 1983 to 1985. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his extensive career in the energy and transmission sectors.
Career Timeline
Robert Mechler's career in the energy industry spans over two decades. He began his professional journey at Reliant Energy, where he held various managerial roles from 2000 to 2007. He then transitioned to Genon for four years before joining Black & Veatch in 2011. After eight years at Black & Veatch, he took on his current role at LCRA in 2019. This timeline highlights his progressive responsibilities and contributions to the field.