Alberto Pena
Houston
Summary
Highly skilled and motivated Commissioning Instrumentation Technician with over 9 years of industrial experience. Proven expertise in startup and commissioning, loop checks, QA/QC, SIS testing, and Fire & Gas systems. NCCER-certified and well-versed in calibrating and troubleshooting a wide range of smart instruments and control systems. Recognized for technical accuracy, reliability, and ability to work efficiently in high-pressure environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instrumentation Commissioning Lead / Client Representative
Delta Constructors
08.2025 - Current
- Troubleshot, calibrated, and repaired instruments, MOVs, and safety devices.
- Performed SIS and loop testing with field technicians and DCS support.
- Conducted QA/QC for instrumentation and Fire & Gas systems.
- Performed O₂ analyzer validation and Fire & Gas commissioning.
- Communicated project status with management and the client on a daily basis.
- Prudhoe Bay, Alaska
Instrumentation Commissioning Lead / Client Representative
Delta Constructors
08.2025 - Current
- Troubleshot, calibrated, and repaired instruments, MOVs, and safety devices.
- Performed SIS and loop testing with field technicians and DCS support.
- Conducted QA/QC for instrumentation and Fire & Gas systems.
- Performed O₂ analyzer validation and Fire & Gas commissioning.
- Communicated project status with management and the client on a daily basis.
- Prudhoe Bay, Alaska
Commissioning Instrumentation Technician
Kent
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Calibrated, repaired, and tested field instruments including MOVs, DVCs, fire eyes, pressure switches, and control valves.
- Performed SIS and loop testing during commissioning.
- Conducted QA/QC verification on all I/E systems and documentation.
- Supported Fire & Gas system testing and O₂ analyzer commissioning.
- Vidor, TX
Commissioning Instrumentation Technician
Kent
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Calibrated, repaired, and tested field instruments including MOVs, DVCs, fire eyes, pressure switches, and control valves.
- Performed SIS and loop testing during commissioning.
- Conducted QA/QC verification on all I/E systems and documentation.
- Supported Fire & Gas system testing and O₂ analyzer commissioning.
- Vidor, TX
Commissioning Instrumentation Technician
Worley
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Conducted loop checks, bench calibrations, and troubleshooting of control systems.
- Installed and commissioned field instrumentation for startup.
- Repaired and maintained smart transmitters, control valves, and analyzers.
- Ensured full compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Notrees, TX
Commissioning Instrumentation Technician
Worley
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Conducted loop checks, bench calibrations, and troubleshooting of control systems.
- Installed and commissioned field instrumentation for startup.
- Repaired and maintained smart transmitters, control valves, and analyzers.
- Ensured full compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Notrees, TX
Instrumentation Technician
Wood Group
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Performed loop checks and diagnostics on Foundation Fieldbus and analog instruments.
- Created instrument loop packages and field inspection reports.
- Installed and tested point-to-point wiring and control panels.
- Supported interlock testing and system troubleshooting.
- Hebron, OH
Instrumentation Technician
Wood Group
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Performed loop checks and diagnostics on Foundation Fieldbus and analog instruments.
- Created instrument loop packages and field inspection reports.
- Installed and tested point-to-point wiring and control panels.
- Supported interlock testing and system troubleshooting.
- Hebron, OH
I&E Technician
S&B Infrastructure
04.2022 - 09.2024
- Installed conduit, pulled wire, terminated devices, and verified wiring integrity.
- Diagnosed faults in VFDs, gas heaters, and process control circuits.
- Interpreted schematics and performed QA/QC inspections.
- Assisted in field testing and documentation for I&E systems.
- Freeport, TX
I&E Technician
S&B Infrastructure
04.2022 - 09.2024
- Installed conduit, pulled wire, terminated devices, and verified wiring integrity.
- Diagnosed faults in VFDs, gas heaters, and process control circuits.
- Interpreted schematics and performed QA/QC inspections.
- Assisted in field testing and documentation for I&E systems.
- Freeport, TX
Instrumentation Technician
S&B Engineers and Constructors
07.2019 - 04.2022
- Led commissioning, QA/QC, troubleshooting, and bench calibration activities.
- Ensured compliance with best practices and project specifications.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and upgrades on I&E systems.
- Installed and maintained process control systems and panels.
- Sweeny, TX
Instrumentation Technician
S&B Engineers and Constructors
07.2019 - 04.2022
- Led commissioning, QA/QC, troubleshooting, and bench calibration activities.
- Ensured compliance with best practices and project specifications.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and upgrades on I&E systems.
- Installed and maintained process control systems and panels.
- Sweeny, TX
Instrumentation Technician
McDermott
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Troubleshot, calibrated, and repaired instruments, MOVs, and safety devices.
- Performed SIS and loop testing with field techs and DCS support.
- QA/QC for instrumentation and Fire & Gas systems.
- O₂ analyzer validation and Fire & Gas commissioning.
- Hackberry, LA
Instrumentation Technician
McDermott
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Troubleshot, calibrated, and repaired instruments, MOVs, and safety devices.
- Performed SIS and loop testing with field techs and DCS support.
- QA/QC for instrumentation and Fire & Gas systems.
- O₂ analyzer validation and Fire & Gas commissioning.
- Hackberry, LA
Instrumentation Technician
Zachry Industrial
06.2018 - 03.2019
- Performed troubleshooting and loop checks on analog and digital instruments.
- Used FLUKE 754 for data saving and Honeywell Communicator for OEM devices.
- Installed and tested TE’s, RTDs, and thermocouples with FLUKE 725.
- Resolved networking and instrumentation integration issues.
- Beaumont, TX
Instrumentation Technician
Zachry Industrial
06.2018 - 03.2019
- Performed troubleshooting and loop checks on analog and digital instruments.
- Used FLUKE 754 for data saving and Honeywell Communicator for OEM devices.
- Installed and tested TE’s, RTDs, and thermocouples with FLUKE 725.
- Resolved networking and instrumentation integration issues.
- Beaumont, TX
Instrumentation Technician
Fluor Industrial
09.2015 - 03.2018
- Performed daily maintenance, repairs, and new installations of instruments.
- Supported QA and project teams to ensure job sequencing and quality.
- Utilized schematics and wiring diagrams to perform setup and configuration.
- Maintained detailed records and performed scheduled PM and emergency callouts.
- Baytown, TX
Instrumentation Technician
Fluor Industrial
09.2015 - 03.2018
- Performed daily maintenance, repairs, and new installations of instruments.
- Supported QA and project teams to ensure job sequencing and quality.
- Utilized schematics and wiring diagrams to perform setup and configuration.
- Maintained detailed records and performed scheduled PM and emergency callouts.
- Baytown, TX
Education
Certificate of Completion - Instrumentation Technology
San Jacinto College
Houston, TXGeneral Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) - undefined
Skills
- Instrumentation & Calibration
- Tools
- Smart Devices & Systems
- Control Systems
- Protocols
- Testing & Commissioning
- Fire & Gas
- Mechanical Skills
- Documentation
- Maintenance
Certification
- NCCER Instrumentation Technician Plus, 5635551
- NCCER Instrumentation Technician Instructor, 5635551
- NCCER Construction Site Safety Technician, 5635551
Timeline
Instrumentation Commissioning Lead / Client Representative
Delta Constructors
08.2025 - Current
Instrumentation Commissioning Lead / Client Representative
Delta Constructors
08.2025 - Current
Commissioning Instrumentation Technician
Kent
06.2025 - 08.2025
Commissioning Instrumentation Technician
Kent
06.2025 - 08.2025
Commissioning Instrumentation Technician
Worley
01.2025 - 06.2025
Commissioning Instrumentation Technician
Worley
01.2025 - 06.2025
Instrumentation Technician
Wood Group
09.2024 - 01.2025
Instrumentation Technician
Wood Group
09.2024 - 01.2025
I&E Technician
S&B Infrastructure
04.2022 - 09.2024
I&E Technician
S&B Infrastructure
04.2022 - 09.2024
Instrumentation Technician
S&B Engineers and Constructors
07.2019 - 04.2022
Instrumentation Technician
S&B Engineers and Constructors
07.2019 - 04.2022
Instrumentation Technician
McDermott
03.2019 - 07.2019
Instrumentation Technician
McDermott
03.2019 - 07.2019
Instrumentation Technician
Zachry Industrial
06.2018 - 03.2019
Instrumentation Technician
Zachry Industrial
06.2018 - 03.2019
Instrumentation Technician
Fluor Industrial
09.2015 - 03.2018
Instrumentation Technician
Fluor Industrial
09.2015 - 03.2018
Certificate of Completion - Instrumentation Technology
San Jacinto College