Derek Difrederico

Derek DiFrederico is an experienced professional in the field of power engineering, with over a decade of expertise in technical support, project management, and mechanical startup and commissioning. Currently at Siemens Energy since September 2012, Derek has specialized in industrial steam turbines across various product lines, including SST 400/500/600/700/900. Prior positions include working as a Mechanical Startup and Commissioning Engineer for PIC Group, Inc., overseeing tasks at commercial plants including one supplying the Revel Casino, and as a Turnover Coordinator for Bluewater Energy Solutions and PIC Group, focusing on combined cycle plants and gas turbine installations. Derek's early career involved roles at SNC-Lavalin, coordinating turnover and loto processes at power stations. Derek holds a degree in Power Engineering from Maine Maritime Academy, earned between 2005 and 2009.