Sam Desmond, Jr. Email and Phone Number
Thirty-two years experience supporting process data systems, distributed control systems (DCS) and related projects in major petrochemical facilitates encompassing all areas of system analysis and design, security, firewalls, client/server applications, networking, programming, development, documentation, hardware installation and maintenance, training, and support.
Indorama Ventures: Integrated Oxides & Derivatives
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Senior Process Computer AnalystIndorama Ventures: Integrated Oxides & DerivativesPort Neches, Tx, Us -
Senior Process Computer AnalystIndorama Ventures: Integrated Oxides & Derivatives Jan 2021 - PresentPort Neches, Texas, United StatesContinued responsibilities from previous Huntsman position after the site was purchased by Indorama in January 2021. -
Senior Process Computer AnalystHuntsman Corporation Jun 2011 - Jan 2021Port Neches, Texas, United StatesSupported and managed Aspentech Infoplus.21 process data historians and related interfaces and gateways used for data acquisition from Foxboro and DeltaV distributed control systems (DCS).Supported hardware and software infrastructure for alarm management and advanced process control.Supported a plant-wide wireless infrastructure used for network communication and mobile devices used for operator rounds.Supported approximately 50 Cisco network swtiches.Actively involved with cybersecurity at multiple sites including policy creation management of firewall rule implementation.Supported numerous projects involved with interfacing data between various internal and external sources that involve configuration of software and updating firewall rule sets. -
Principal Field Service SpecialistHoneywell Aug 2008 - Jun 2011Beaumont, Texas, United StatesProvide technical support to the Honeywell customers in Beaumont, Port Arthur, Orange, Lake Charles and New Orleans. This includes a one year assignment as onsite resident supporting the TOTAL Refinery in Port Arthur, Texas and one year as onsite lead resident supporting the Motiva Refinery in Port Arthur, Texas -
Senior System Support AnalystFlint Hills Resources Nov 2007 - Aug 2008Port Arthur, Texas, United StatesContinued previous role and responsibilities after Flint Hills Resources purchase of Huntsman’s Port Arthur Light Olefins Unit. -
Senior System AnalystHuntsman Corporation May 1994 - Nov 2007Jefferson County, Texas, United StatesSupported and managed six Infoplus.21 process data historians and related interfaces and gateways used for data acquisition from Honeywell and Foxboro distributed control systems and a remote SCADA pipeline system. These data historians are a resource for engineering staff, finance, management, and others throughout the site. Data from these systems are used for financial and process analysis, data reconciliation, environmental compliance and process control. Users of these systems have reported time savings of 30% to 50% valued at $1.5 million annually.Supported various engineering projects by writing custom programs to improve reactor optimization, de-bottleneck columns, improve control, increase conversion, extend catalyst life, optimize furnace fan speeds, and extend compressor run length. These various projects have been documented to save $28.5 million per year.Created and maintained calculations and IP.21 process graphics used to display pressures, flows, temperatures, tank levels, key operating parameters, etc. to help management and engineering staff improve unit performance and plant profitability.Wrote a rail car loading optimization program as part of a Six-Sigma project, which resulted in major freight cost savings and improved billing rates.Supervised contract personnel during a two year project to revamp and standardize over 1,000 process data historian graphics.Created on demand web based training videos used to describe and demonstrate the use of process data historian graphics, trending, and other data retrieval functions.Supported and managed AspenWatch and DMC software and hardware used by engineering staff for advanced control. -
Information Systems ProgrammerTexaco Jun 1991 - May 1994Port Neches, Texas, United StatesSupported Aspentech process data historians including development of custom calculation programs and reports. In addition, provided process data support to engineering staff, finance, management, and other users.Managed a 500 user LAN including four servers and support personnel. Developed policies, procedures, and standard footprint for desktop PC users. Wrote numerous programs and scripts for automating software installation from network servers. Also automated other support tasks, which reduced costs.
Sam Desmond, Jr. Education Details
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Computer Science -
High School Diploma
Frequently Asked Questions about Sam Desmond, Jr.
What company does Sam Desmond, Jr. work for?
Sam Desmond, Jr. works for Indorama Ventures: Integrated Oxides & Derivatives
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Sam Desmond, Jr.'s current role is Senior Process Computer Analyst.
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Sam Desmond, Jr. attended Lamar University, Port Neches-Groves High School.
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