Bill Bongers
About Bill Bongers
Bill Bongers is a Senior Electrical/Controls Engineer with extensive experience in electrical distribution systems and control systems integration. He has held various engineering and management positions across multiple companies, including TAS Energy Inc., E&I Technologies, and Honeywell Technology Solutions.
Work at TAS Energy
Bill Bongers has been employed at TAS Energy Inc. since 2007, serving as a Senior Electrical/Controls Engineer. His role involves overseeing the integration of multiple Process Automation Controllers (PACs) and redundant networking within control systems. He previously worked at TAS Energy from 2002 to 2005 as an Electrical/Controls Engineer. In this capacity, he was responsible for integrating vibration monitoring systems into control systems, enhancing operator visibility.
Previous Experience in Electrical Engineering
Bill Bongers has extensive experience in electrical engineering, having worked at several notable companies. He served as a Senior Systems Engineer at Appvion, Inc. from 1979 to 1989, where he spent a decade in Combined Locks, WI. Following this, he worked at Honeywell Technology Solutions, Inc. from 1989 to 1992 as a Program Manager/Senior Marketing Specialist in the Phoenix, Arizona Area. He then joined Harris Group as a Senior Electrical/Instrumentation Engineer from 1994 to 1996, working in both Appleton, WI and Seattle, WA. Additionally, he was the President of E&I Technologies, Inc. from 1996 to 2002, operating in Tacoma, WA and Houston, TX.
Education and Expertise
Bill Bongers holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Cardinal Stritch College, which he achieved in 1989. He also studied Electronics Technology at Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton, WI, earning an Associate's Degree in 1976. His expertise includes managing electrical distribution systems ranging from 480V to 13.8kV, handling motors up to 4500 Hp and generators up to 16mW. He has specialized knowledge in designing and commissioning control systems for renewable energy systems, particularly in geothermal and waste heat recovery applications.
Field Commissioning and Control Systems Modifications
In his career, Bill Bongers has been involved in field commissioning activities and control systems modifications. His work ensures the seamless integration of various components within electrical systems. This hands-on experience contributes to his ability to manage complex electrical distribution systems and improve operational efficiency through advanced control system design.