Christopher S. Email & Phone Number

Eden, UT, US

Houston, Texas, US

• Prepare Automation and Control Systems Engineering conceptual design, design criteria, and other OT system deliverables for Department of Defense projects.
• Design OT network architecture drawings and conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify potential threats in DoD OT systems.
• Apply broad knowledge and experience with automation systems, software engineering, programming, systems integration, and control panel design to develop and review P&IDs, digital and analog control logic, graphical.
• Utilize integration expertise to efficiently utilize a broad range of computer-aided design and engineering software that support engineering processes.
• Work with cross-disciplined project engineering teams to resolve technical and work process issues related to automation systems construction, control theory, design, and OT systems to ensure comprehensive security.
• Ensure design deliverables are in accordance with applicable industry standards and codes, accepted design practices, project specifications, and quality standards.

• Led the engineering, programming, integration, commissioning, data analysis, and continuous improvement of instrumentation, robotics, machine, building, manufacturing automation and process control systems
• Worked seamlessly with cross-functional team members to improve automation and control system designs that enhanced ease of integration and increased the efficiency of automated processes
• Managed panel design, PLC programming, app development, and system integration of over 50 machine and process automation systems
• Developed data acquisition and analytics solutions that resulted in a 20% decrease in maintenance costs while also reducing equipment downtime by over 25%
• Collaborated with and supported over 20 technicians and process owners to consistently implement process improvements and efficient troubleshooting of automated equipment.
• Provided technical and operational training and troubleshooting as well as mentorship to employees and customer personnel

Lafayette, Louisiana, US

• Managed Automation projects which entailed the development, programming, integration, and commissioning of facility control systems in Manufacturing, Refining, Water Treatment, Utility, and Marine industries
• Developed advanced code, SCADA, and HMI graphics that facilitated seamless integration of sensors, instrumentation, and previously unconnected systems via Kepware
• Supported expansion and maintenance of PLC based control systems and Distributed Control Systems
• Maintained meticulous documentation of system changes and programming revisions to ensure proper version control of programs, applications, and files
• Orchestrated development, factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, and proficiently managed documentation and training of operations personnel

Houston, TX, US

• Designed, programmed, and integrated HMI applications and PLC logic for diverse process control and safety systems across Power Generation, Water/Wastewater, and Oil and Gas sectors, including Upstream, Midstream, and.
• Proficiently interpreted P&IDs, electrical schematics, and process flow diagrams to ensure accurate system development and integration.
• Successfully conducted thorough factory and site acceptance testing, startup commissioning, and operator training for seamless system hand over.
• Procured detailed project documentation according to customer specifications.
• Expertly established and configured wired and wireless networks for Oil & Gas offshore production and pipeline facilities, ensuring reliable and efficient communication infrastructure.

The Woodlands, Texas, US

• Collaborated with well-intervention and reservoir engineers to develop safe and effective cased-hole assessment procedures, on-site radiation survey plans, and well life-cycle strategies.
• Assembled and programmed memory production logging tools such as Pulsed Neutron, Gamma Ray/CCL, Casing calipers, and rate sensing devices.
• Compiled and correlated logged data into charts prepared for project team assessments.
• Provided comprehensive training and support to all production logging employees of the organization's Gulf Coast division.
• Inspected and performed root cause analysis of damaged logging tool electronics.
• Created technical reports and communicated with clients and team members about testing and production reports.

• Analyzed production reports to identify abnormalities and act to identify the root cause.
• Inspected and rebuilt down-hole fluid pumps.
• Analyzed production samples to maximize chemical delivery and cost efficiencies.
• Installed and maintained stock tanks, flow lines, valves, electric motors, and fluid pumps.
• Prepared detailed production and maintenance reports.