Patrick Lopez Email & Phone Number

Las Cruces, New Mexico Area

*I manage over 500 Remote Telemetry Unit (RTU) sites spanning approximately 90 miles throughout the District boundary, including dam releases, river stations, canal diversions, system laterals, spillways, drains, irrigation wells, groundwater monitoring wells, weather stations, rain gauges, arroyos, and flood control dams. Currently working on the implementation of gate automation and SCADA control for diversion headings, dam structures, and radial gate / turnout sites.*Administrator of Contrail OneRain RTU software.*Conduct data analysis and quality control / assurance of all data from field sites.*Develop and implement SCADA Systems Standard Operating Procedures for all department activities.*Provide data analysis and reporting on data for EBID allotment charges.*Oversee water quality sampling and testing program.*NMED certified Small Water Systems and Sampling Technician.*Licensed amateur radio operator and certified tower climber.

Las Cruces, New Mexico

*Served as IT Director for EBID, managing 50-60 users. Oversaw complete rebuild of IT network and upgrade to IT infrastructure. Continue to act as EBID liaison to outsourced IT consultant.

Las Cruces, New Mexico Area

Directed activities and processes of a former department called Hydrology, specifically concerned with Rio Grande Project activities.

Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States

As SCADA Supervisor, I managed 8 RTU Technicians and our SCADA QA/QC Analyst. Was responsible for all aspects of the RTU system from field activities to data analysis. Responsible for RTU program coding and RTU software administration. Conducted water quality field tests and reporting. Served as project manager for all department projects. Certified in tower climbing, water sampling, and small water systems. Handled design, fabrication, and welding of all department field structures.

Las Cruces, Nm

Responsible for RTU installation, calibration, and maintenance. Acted as lead technician handling communication and instrumentation issues. Conducted instream water measurements for on-farm water deliveries and canal / lateral diversions. Served as primary groundwater monitoring technician. Assisted on water quality readings and sensor calibrations. Handled fabrication and welding of department structures.