Chad Burgess

Chad Burgess is a skilled engineering professional currently serving as Supervisor of Engineering Design Services at FirstEnergy since November 2023. Prior to this role, Chad held significant positions at First Solar, including Plant Maintenance Manager and Maintenance/Equipment Engineer, where responsibilities included improving machine reliability and developing system improvement projects. Chad's experience also includes serving as a Nuclear Systems Engineer at FirstEnergy, ensuring equipment reliability, and working as an Off-Highway Mechanical Engineering Co-op at Dana Incorporated, successfully resolving software testing defects. Chad's career began with the US Navy, contributing as an In-Flight Technician and Operations Manager. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Toledo and an Associate of Arts from Hawaii Pacific University.