Robert Pharris

Robert Pharris is a seasoned Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in the renewable energy sector, currently working at BP Wind Energy since March 2013. Responsibilities include continuous improvement, root cause analysis, engineering design, and technical support for a fleet of wind turbine generators exceeding 2 GW. Concurrently, Robert serves as Technical Lead for Mechanical Reliability Engineering at Clipper Windpower, focusing on root cause analysis, reliability metrics, and troubleshooting support. Previous roles include Project Engineer positions at Colorado Civil Consultants, Loris and Associates, and the City of Steamboat Springs, along with experience at AMEC Environment & Infrastructure UK Limited, where a technical report on drought's impact on municipal water supply was co-authored. Robert holds a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Colorado State University.