Thomas Prica

Thomas Prica has extensive work experience in engineering and project management roles. Thomas began their career at Camp Batawagama as an Adventure Camp Counselor, where they planned and executed activities for a group of campers. Thomas then worked at Michigan Technological University as a Swim Instructor, teaching swimming skills and water safety.

In 2017, Thomas joined Consumers Energy as a Controls Engineering Intern, where they designed control systems for substations and completed various projects. Thomas also gained proficiency in programs like Microstation, SAP, and SharePoint.

In 2018, Thomas interned at Blattner Energy as an Electrical Field Construction Intern, focusing on substation, underground collection, and transmission line construction.

Thomas returned to Michigan Technological University and held multiple roles, including Lab Assistant, where they facilitated lab sessions and assisted professors, and Orientation Team Leader, where they welcomed incoming freshmen and led orientation activities.

In 2019, Thomas worked as an Electrical Field Construction Coordinator at Blattner Energy, where they collaborated with Design Phase Engineers and created takeoffs and BOMs based on engineering drawings.

Thomas then joined D.H. Blattner & Sons in 2019 as an Electrical Field Construction Coordinator (Solar), where they interacted with various stakeholders, submitted RFIs and submittals, and managed construction materials and equipment.

From 2020 to 2022, Thomas worked as a Project Engineer at Systems Control, and in 2022, they joined APTIM as a Clean Tech Project Manager. At APTIM, they oversaw upgrades for commercial customers, developed and initiated projects, and conducted business development for clean energy projects.

In 2023, Thomas returned to Systems Control as a Project Engineer II, where they continue to contribute their engineering expertise.

Overall, Thomas Prica's work experience spans project management, engineering, construction coordination, and leadership roles, showcasing their adaptability and proficiency in various industries and responsibilities.

Thomas Prica pursued their education from 2015 to 2019 at Michigan Technological University, where they obtained a degree in Electrical Engineering Technology with a specialization in Power Systems. In addition to their academic qualifications, they also acquired a certification in FANUC HandlingTool Operation and Programming from FANUC America Corporation in April 2019.