Jim Ringwall serves as a senior environmental safety & health professional for the Mechanical and Thermal Engineering Sciences group. Jim focuses on safety, regulatory, and practical execution issues related to advancing research in wind energy, hydropower, solar power, and controllable grid integration. Jim has specialized expertise in powered industrial trucks, aerial lifts, and cranes.

Education

B.S. in Industrial Management/Design, Georgia Southern University

U.S. Army Officers Chemical School

Professional Experience

Safety Professional, NREL (2012–present)

Safety Professional, URS Corporation (1995–2012)

Environmental Scientist, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Emergency Response Technical Assistance Team (1989–1995)

U.S. Army Chemical Officer, U.S. Army (1985–1989)