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WORK EXPERIENCE:
Over
25 years construction , inspection and maintenance experience in electrical,
instrumentation and control systems both on and offshore. Also broad general
mechanical, knowledge and practical understanding. Field oriented in
fabrication, installation, calibration, commissioning start up, trouble
shooting and competent and familiar working with computer systems,
specifications, various codes including API, NEC, IEC, ISA, NFPA, ANSI, etc.
and all types of drawings. I have worked extensively guiding personnel,
implementing and improving designs in, PLCs, measurement, control systems,
safety systems, pneumatics, electrical distribution, power generation, etc.
Positions include:
Electrical Inspector |
Instrument Inspector |
Instrumentation Supervisor |
Offshore Operations Rep |
Electrical Supervisor |
Electrical Consultant |
Electrical Field Engineer, |
Commissioning Engineer |
Instrumentation Consultant |
Warranty Engineer |
Instrument Technician |
Project Manager |
| Instrument Engineer |
Site Manager |
FEB/02 to PRESENT
EMPLOYER: ChevronTexaco, (working
through BES Energy)
PROJECT: ChevronTexaco
Block B8/32
DUTIES: Control Systems
Specialist/Operations Rep. and inspector
Hired as Control Systems
Specialist based offshore on 28/28 rotation and moved to onshore based
position representing operations in new projects mainly Stage 2 Wellhead
Platforms. Working on design, inspection and construction of wellhead,
platforms and upgrade projects on existing facilities. Multidisciplined, I am
involved with all areas of planning, design, and installation and including
E,I and C fields, piping, layout, safety, HVAC, mechanical etc. Basic function
is operations rep but have acted as project engineer throughout a large part
of the project interfacing with all disciplines and operations to bring a good
design to the field in a practical manner.
JUNE 99 TO DEC 01
EMPLOYER: Siemens
Westinghouse
PROJECT: Laemchabang
700 MW power plant Thailand.
DUTIES: Startup
Engineer
Working as a startup
instrumentation engineer on commissioning and debugging (trouble shooting)
various control, system, and design problems. I was part of a team used at the
end of the project to solve problems to get the plant to commercial operations
and then solve warranty problems. A large part was working with PLCs
correcting program errors and debugging problems in the water treatment
controls. In addition I have marked up as builts, verified calibrations and
loop checks and generally been solving installation / design problems
throughout the site. Also field-testing control systems with vendor
representatives such as duct burners and emissions monitoring.
JAN 99 TO JUNE 99
EMPLOYER:
Esso Thailand, working through Campbell Thailand, Srivara Mansion 1, 236/518, 23rd Floor, Soi Chanmuang, Rachadaphisek
Rd. Heuy Kwang, Bangkok, Thailand 10310
PROJECT: Esso Thailand, Sriracha T.A.R.P aromatics plant installation.
DUTIES: Startup Instrumentation Engineer
Working as an instrument
engineer on the startup team for the Esso, T.A.R.P expansion project in the
Sriracha refinery. Duties include punch listing, field engineering checks
drawing markups and inspection of system turnovers to the refinery. This was
field intense checking all aspects of installation and design before
commissioning.
APRIL 98 TO JUNE 98
EMPLOYER:
Esso Thailand
PROJECT: Esso Thailand Sriracha turn around.
DUTIES: Instrumentation Engineer
Represented the client, Esso
Thailand on a “turn around” in Sriracha Refinery with Foster Wheeler as
the engineering contractor. Assisted in drawing checks and site work with sub
contractors to check all facets of instrumentation modifications including
loop checking back to DCS etc. particular attention was paid to anti surge
modifications being applied on compressors.
SEPT 97 TO DEC 97
EMPLOYER: Thai
Nippon Steel Engineering and Construction, 390 Moo 6 Tai-Ban Rd, Amphur Muang,
Samutprakarn, Thailand, 10280
PROJECT: Total gas platform construction at Thai Nippon Steel Fabrication
Yard Thailand
DUTIES: Mechanical, Electrical Supervisor
Managed deck crane
installation and testing, including hydraulic driven platform generators for
Thai Nippon Steel, plus many mechanical jobs. Coordinated efforts of
subcontractors and company representatives with Total and completed
documentation for gas platforms
NOV 93 TO MAY 97:
EMPLOYER:
Unocal Thailand, through Aquatic Engineering Thailand,
Unit 502, Nai Lert Building, 87 Sukhumvit Rd, Bangkok, Thailand,
PROJECT:
Construction of unmanned gas wellhead platforms for use in the gulf
Thailand by Unocal Thailand
DUTIES: Instrumentation Electrical Inspector/Company rep.
Representing Unocal Thailand
I worked with the Thai and Japanese engineers and craftsman, along with our
inspection team to produce a good quality product for Unocal’s Production
Team. The basic title was inspector but duties often involved assisting the
contractor in all areas of design and construction including teaching. Design
checking of systems and material acceptability for standards and suitability
for the task, along with mechanical inspections of cranes, pumps, hoists, and
generators. Main functions were calibration verifications on all equipment,
writing and checking of all E&I procedures, drawing checks and corrections
of design problems. During this period we changed from pneumatic to an
automated system involving more remote data and controls to use less offshore
manpower. During all the regular duties mentioned and during periods of
pre-commissioning and full function testing of all equipment I also managed
our small computer network and email systems.
JULY 1992 TO JULY 1993
PROJECT:
Construction of a gas riser platform (ERP) for installation in the gulf of
Thailand.
DUTIES: Instrumentation Consultant (onshore and offshore startup)
Advising the engineers and
craftsman in calibration and installation of gas related instrumentation
equipment. Duties include approval of construction modifications, drawings and
checking material quantities, types and suitability. Traveled to the USA to
inspect and test generators and control panels for conformance to
specifications, and drawings. Debugging/programming of PLCs and configuring
electronic controllers along with updating and creating logic drawings and
documentation was included in the scope of work. Commissioning included all
loop checking, debugging of systems and shutdown matrix confirmation. In
addition to my normal duties I managed the installation start up and testing
up of the HVAC and mechanical equipment.
JULY 1990 TO FEBRUARY 1992
PROJECT: Construction of
an offshore central gas-processing platform. Starting in the Philippines and
completion offshore, in the gulf of Thailand for Unocal Thailand.
DUTIES: Instrumentation Supervisor (onshore and offshore construction and
startup)
Starting with an existing
mothballed platform, we reconditioned, upgraded, constructed and did the start
up of a new central gas-processing platform. My duties included directing
Filipino and Thai crews in the repair, installation, calibration and loop
checking of the instrumentation and associated equipment. Equipment includes
pneumatic, electrical, electronic devices and PLCs. Used in temperature,
level, flow, logic, and process control etc. Modifications and repairs were a
common part of the job. Completed the project with 6 months offshore
construction completion and startup.
NOVEMBER 1989 TO JULY 1990
Worked on small jobs as a
consultant for various people and companies, such as Shell Oil Vietnam and
Enterprise oil Vietnam. Duties include reporting on domestic and office,
generator purchases, protection, and general wiring.
SEPTEMBER 1987 TO NOVEMBER 1989
EMPLOYER: The
O’Brien Machinery Co. Green & Washington Sts. Downingtown PA 19335
PROJECT: A powerhouse
upgrade for the Nord Rutile mine in Sierra Leone and a power plant
installation on the island of Saipan for the government.
DUTIES: Field Engineer
(Sierra Leone) The first of
several stages was to change out old switchgear with new 4160V gear and add
and eighth gen. (2.5 MW EMD). The second stage, changed old controls and
protection etc., for new. All work was done with absolute minimum down time.
The third stage, added automated controls for load sharing, auto
synchronization and frequency control, plus a tenth generator set. My duties
were to direct installation, commission and start up equipment, while
upgrading drawings and teaching staff. I was the only company representative
at site.
Site Manager
(Saipan) directed
construction, OF 15 MW power plant, required for emergency power on the
island. With used equipment, and a short time allotted for completion, most of
the design and drawings were done at site. Managing a crew of 60, we delivered
power to the 15KV grid with 6 EMDs, after 3 months of construction. I then
remained to complete as built drawings on AutoCAD, assist in maintenance and
operation program development.
NOVEMBER 1981 TO MY 1987
EMPLOYER: Westinghouse
Canada, Projects and Services P.O. Box 510, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, L8N 3K2
PROJECT: Power Plants in Libya
DUTIES: Warranty Engineer
Advisor to Libyan staff while
representing the company in warranty matters and directing Westinghouse
employees. Instructed locals and third country nationals, in operations and
maintenance, or take over of plant. Also developed maintenance and operations
program.
Engineer
Start up trouble shooting,
instrumentation, electrical and control problems on turbine generators set,
and fuel treatment and handling facilities. This included switchgear and
distribution equipment to 32 KV. Extensive calibration and debugging of
control and instrumentation equipment, in conjunction with relay logic and
electronic Woodward governors. I also interfaced and commissioned a protective
relay system to a German substation and upgraded the all schematics. I was
sent often to other plants to commission systems and startup turbines.
Electrician
Started with company as an
electrician constructing power plant in Libya. Duties included HV
terminations, motor controls, buss and switchgear installations and general
service.
SEPTEMBER 1981-NOVEMBER 1981
EMPLOYER: Comstock
International, Ontario, Canada, L8N 3W3
PROJECT:
General Motors Shutdown, short term.
DUTIES: Electrician:
Installed digital control
feed system for induction furnaces.
EMPLOYER: Jaddco
Anderson, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
FEBRUARY 1980-SEPTEMBER 1981
PROJECT: steel company blast furnaces relines in Dofasco.
DUTIES: Electrician:
Main duties were emergency
equipment repair and safety problems in electrical systems. Equipment included
various motor control centers, hoists and varied construction equipment.
APRIL 1977 - NOVEMBER 1979
EMPLOYER: Foley
Electric, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
PROJECT: Refinery Installation
DUTIES: Electrician:
Installation of
instrumentation and control equipment.
EMPLOYER: Bennie
Electric, Ontario, Canada
PROJECT: Many projects involved in steel production, food processing,
hospitals, chemical industry etc.
DUTIES: APPRENTICE ELECTRICIAN:
Varied duties on construction
and maintenance, including alarm systems, motor controls, emergency power, HV
splices and terminations including 13.8 KV, 27.6 KV and power distribution.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION:
Nelson High School, graduated
1971, in Science and Technology.
Mohawk College - graduated
trade school courses with honors 1975.
5 years apprenticeship
program with IBEW resulting in Canadian government certificate of
qualification as an industrial electrician in construction and maintenance
#309 A 030787 interprovincial #016779
Instrumentation 1 & 2,
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology. Further upgrading courses include:
Fanshaw College, OACETT
courses, in Math and Electrical Equipment. Along with courses in investment,
navigation, air conditioning.
Valid Passport (Canadian),
Marital Status: Single, Born Feb 21 1953
Hobbies:
Computers, communications, Harley Davidsons
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