Kenneth Chappell
About Kenneth Chappell
Kenneth Chappell is a Project Engineer with extensive experience in programming and engineering management. He currently works at XPLM, where he leads training sessions and develops custom programming solutions, drawing on his previous roles at Peavey Electronics and AtlasIED.
Work at XPLM
Kenneth Chappell has been employed as a Project Engineer at XPLM since 2018. His role involves leading both classroom and remote training sessions, enhancing the skills of team members and clients. He focuses on developing and implementing custom programming solutions using languages such as C#, C++, and VB.net. These solutions aim to improve the functionality of CAD connectors and PLM servers. Chappell has also completed specialized training in Dresden, Germany, which concentrated on interfacing with the XPLM data class and developing programmed solutions for the XPLM connector software.
Previous Experience at Peavey Electronics
Before joining XPLM, Kenneth Chappell worked at Peavey Electronics as the Engineering Services Supervisor from 1997 to 2004. During his seven years in this role, he was responsible for overseeing engineering services and contributing to various projects within the company. His experience at Peavey Electronics laid a foundation for his subsequent roles in engineering and project management.
Experience at AtlasIED
Kenneth Chappell served as the Mechanical Design Manager at AtlasIED from 2004 to 2018. Over the course of 14 years, he managed mechanical design projects and contributed to the development of various products. His leadership in this position helped streamline design processes and improve product outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Kenneth Chappell studied at Auburn University, where he earned a Bachelor of Materials Engineering from 1983 to 1989. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles. Chappell is experienced in Agile program management, regularly participating in daily scrums and delivering formal presentations during iteration planning and completion meetings. He has also completed training in Boston, Massachusetts, focusing on developing solutions within the Aras Innovator software.
Training and Specialized Skills
Chappell has completed specialized training programs that enhance his technical skills. He spent two weeks in Dresden, Germany, focusing on interfacing with the XPLM data class and developing programmed solutions for XPLM connector software. Additionally, he underwent a week of training in Boston, Massachusetts, aimed at developing solutions within the Aras Innovator software. These training experiences contribute to his expertise in programming and project management.