gorkem sonlu
@gorkemsonlu
Experienced engineering manager with a focus on sustainability and efficiency.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated engineering professional with over 12 years of experience in managing technical operations and projects across various sectors, including hospitality and retail. My journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from Middle East Technical University, where I was recognized for my innovative project on eco-friendly street lighting. Currently, I am pursuing a Master of Science in Energy Technology & Solar Energy, further enhancing my expertise in sustainable practices.
Throughout my career, I have held key positions such as Cluster Chief Engineer at Hilton Hotels, where I successfully led engineering operations for multiple properties, ensuring compliance with brand standards and enhancing energy efficiency. My commitment to sustainability has been recognized with awards, including 'Best Maintenance Manager of 2024' by the Alaska Hotel & Lodging Association. I thrive in dynamic environments, managing teams and projects that prioritize operational excellence and guest satisfaction.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Cluster Chief Engineer
Hilton Hotels Anchorage, Columbia Sussex LLC
Jan 2024 - Mar 2025 (1 year 2 months)
Coordinated and managed all engineering operations, projects, work orders, corrective and preventive maintenance for multiple Hilton properties in Anchorage, AK, USA, ensuring compliance with Hilton brand standards and OSHA regulations. Managed and oversaw a team of 5 engineering staff to perform the installation, maintenance and repairs of HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, lighting and IT insta
Assistant Chief Engineer
Hilton Anchorage Hotel, Columbia Sussex LLC
Aug 2023 - Jan 2024 (5 months)
Coordinated and managed all engineering operations, projects, work orders, corrective and preventive maintenance of the 600+ room Hilton Anchorage, AK, United States of America, ensuring compliance with Hilton brand standards and OSHA regulations. Supervised 7 engineering hotel staff for maintenance and repairs of HVAC systems, chiller systems, boilers, kitchen equipment, electrical lighting insta
Technical Manager
Optimum Izmir Shopping Center, Rönesans Holding
Jul 2023 - Aug 2023 (1 month)
Managed all technical service operations, maintenance and projects including electrical, electronics, mechanical systems, and construction of the biggest shopping center in Izmir, ensuring compliance with all regulatory laws, and OSHA. Managed budgeting with calculating energy expense distributions of the entire facility and the tenants, preparing and reporting monthly budgets for energy, and main
Technical Manager
Wyndham Grand Izmir Hotel, Özdilek Holding
Dec 2017 - Nov 2022 (4 years 11 months)
Managed all technical service operations, maintenance, and projects including electrical, electronics, mechanical systems, and construction in all guest rooms, event halls, and all public areas of the hotel. Undertook the facility’s high voltage operation responsibility and energy management, ensured compliance with energy, water, environment, waste regulations.
Regional Technical Manager
Özdilek Malls, Özdilek Holding
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)
Coordinated and managed all technical service operations, maintenance, and projects including electrical, electronics, mechanical systems, and construction of 3 shopping malls in three Aegean cities in Turkiye (Izmir, Manisa, Usak). Undertook the facility’s high voltage operation responsibility and energy management, ensured compliance with energy, water, environment, waste regulations.
Technology -R&D and Business Development Manager
SEVA Lighting
May 2015 - Aug 2016 (1 year 3 months)
Established photometric and IP Test Laboratory, developed and implemented projects, market analysis, strategy, and roadmap planning, developed products and identified recipes/BOM. Designed electronic systems of new products while performing existing product development, technology, quality improvements with cost optimization.
Project Manager
SL Energy and Lighting
Jul 2014 - May 2015 (10 months)
Designed indoor and outdoor lighting projects including smart lighting design, and animated RGB Control Systems. Executed product and process development, quality and test management.
Lead Project Engineer
Entasis Technology and Energy Systems
Aug 2013 - Jul 2014 (11 months)
Led unlicensed (<1MW) solar energy plant projects, maintained energy efficiency in mechanical equipment like lighting, HVAC, motor driving, boilers, pumps. Executed project management in terms of energy monitoring and energy efficiency in industrial plants, municipal buildings, and malls.
Intern Engineer, Avionics Systems Department
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) Inc.
Aug 2010 - Sep 2010 (1 month)
Attended 4-week lasting training about Avionics (Aircraft Electronics) Systems, Software Engineering, and System Engineering. Gained experience in Aircraft Control, and Radar System Simulation & Testing, studied Radar System Analysis and Design using MATLAB and C programing.
Intern Engineer, Software R&D Department
Havelsan
Aug 2009 - Sep 2009 (1 month)
Gained experience in Optical Character and Facial Recognition Systems, studied Digital Image Processing using MATLAB and C programming.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Ege University
Master of Science, Energy Technology & Solar Energy
Activities and societies: Published article 'Engineering Roadmap in the Latest Version of the Industrial Revolution - Industry 4.0'; Presented academic seminar 'Efficiency Analysis of LED Lighting Systems with Smart Grid Applications'
Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Energy Technology & Solar Energy, with the thesis stage in progress. Published an article titled 'Engineering Roadmap in the Latest Version of the Industrial Revolution - Industry 4.0' in the 'Engineer and Machinery Journal'. Presented an academic seminar on 'Efficiency Analysis of LED Lighting Systems with Smart Grid Applications' at Ege University, Solar
Middle East Technical University
Bachelor of Science, Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Grade: Honor student in two semesters
Activities and societies: 2nd Rank of Green Brain Competition; Honor student in two semesters
Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical & Electronics Engineering. Achieved 2nd rank in the Green Brain Competition with the 'IEFSL (Intelligent Eco-Friendly Street Lighting)' project, demonstrating strong innovation and problem-solving skills. Was an honor student in two semesters, reflecting consistent academic excellence.
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