Young Alumnus of the Year

Dr. Dudley Jacarious Moore’s journey from Goodman to a successful career in mechanical engineering began at Holmes Community College, where a physics instructor helped him discover his passion for engineering.

Moore attended Holmes from 2011-12 and earned an Associate of Arts degree in general studies. During his time at Holmes, he was recognized as a HEADWAE honoree and Holmes Plus participant, was a member of Phi Theta Kappa and earned a place on the MACJC All-Academic Team for football.

After Holmes, Moore earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Mississippi in 2015. He continued his education at the University of Alabama, earning both a master’s degree and a doctorate in mechanical engineering in 2022.

His academic achievements included recognition as a Ronald E. McNair Scholar and Fellow, Marcus Elvis Taylor Memorial Medal recipient, John A. Fox Award recipient, SOPREMA Scholar, Outstanding LSMAMP Senior, SEMA Scholar, John Deere Scholar, Chevron Scholar, Golden Key Scholar and LSAMP Bridge to Doctorate Fellow. He also graduated summa cum laude and received recognition from Phi Kappa Phi, Tau Beta Pi and Who’s Who Among Colleges and Universities.

Moore began his professional career with research experience at the University of Mississippi’s National Center for Physical Acoustics in 2014. He later completed an engineering internship with Caterpillar Inc. and three engineering internships with Solar Turbines Inc., focusing on combustion, heat transfer and performance.

Those experiences led to a full-time position with Solar Turbines, where he joined the New Graduate Rotational Engineer program in 2022. In May 2023, he became a principal combustion fuels specialist, a position he continues to hold.

In his current role, Moore serves as a subject matter expert on fuels, addressing complex technical issues for projects in operation and development around the world. His work is shaped by a commitment to practical problem-solving, continuous learning and adaptability.

Mentorship and service also remain important to Moore. He has served as a Caterpillar intern mentor and is involved with the National Society of Black Engineers and ASTM. He also serves as co-chair of a company employee resource group, helping create opportunities for networking, professional development and skill building. In the community, he participates in events encouraging young people to explore careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Moore credits his Holmes experience and the mentors he encountered along the way with helping shape his career. He now works to provide similar guidance to emerging engineers as they enter the profession.

Looking ahead, Moore plans to build on his technical expertise by pursuing broader project and program management opportunities. His goal is to lead strategic initiatives that support business growth, expand operational capabilities and create opportunities for the teams he leads.

From his beginnings at Holmes to his current role in the energy industry, Moore’s accomplishments reflect a commitment to education, professional excellence, mentorship and service.

Moore and his wife, Brittany Crump, reside in San Diego.