Mr. Kraut has been associated with Turpin & Rattan Engineering, Inc. since 1978. Currently, Mr. Kraut holds the position of Senior Vice President and Branch Manager of Turpin & Rattan Engineering, Inc.’s Los Angeles County office. During Mr. Kraut’s 36 years of continuous service, his engineering and management skills have been developed through practical and field experience. He has furthered his continuing education through the electrical design and review courses established by the firm’s professional development program.
Mr. Kraut also manages, designs and serves as Principal-in-Charge, on many projects that include many corporate, municipal, educational and institutional clients. The diversity of these projects is shown in Turpin & Rattan Engineering, Inc.’s wide client base. Mr. Kraut’s expertise in the design of electrical systems include the design of lighting and lighting controls, medium and low voltage power distribution, emergency power systems, computer power systems including UPS, fire detection and alarm, intrusion detection, CCTV, card access and telephone/data cabling networks.
Mr. Kraut’s management responsibilities include business development activities for the Montrose branch, the refinement of project scope and work plans, the negotiation and development of proposals and contracts, scheduling of projects and staff resources, budget control, client satisfaction and quality control reviews.