Arturo Paredes
Summary
To obtain a position that is both challenging and rewarding allowing me to utilize my Commissioning, coordinating, and inspecting experience all in the instrument, electrical, and controls field. As well as part of a team that works with safety as priority without losing focus.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
I&C Commissioning Specialist
Taurus LLC-Motiva
Port Arthur, TX
11.2024 - Current
- Function test, commission, and troubleshoot all for 480 and 4160 motors and compressors with Motiva personnel.
- Calibrate and function test level, flow, temperature, pressure, RTDs, vibration transmitters, and valves
- Worked with Motiva I/E and DCS engineers to resolve any troubleshooting issues in the logic or drawings.
- Completed and signed off on all proper documentation after proper inspecting and testing.
Instrument Completions Specialist
Mcdermott-Bayport Polymers
Laporte, TX
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Create and systematize priority system packages for field distribution using co console, smart completions, and Lucy system.
- Format and create Microsoft Excel tracking spreadsheets for instrumentation loop folders, distribution, and system updates.
- Coordinate with vendors, equipment, and materials in order to meet our completions deadline for the Plaquemine LNG project.
Control System Specialist
Advantage Technical Serv-Plug Power
Kingsland, GA
09.2023 - 12.2023
- DCS board operator using the Rockwell Automation PlantPAx system.
- Monitored the performance of control system components for errors or malfunctions using S&B engineering instrument techs on LM2500 and LM6000 turbines.
- Configured DCS networks, including hardware and software components, for optimal system performance alongside our Avid solutions partners.
- Created reports detailing daily activities performed while operating PlantPAx, including signing off on all tested instrumentation.
I/E PLANNER
JVIC-DOW
Orange, TX
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Planned out I/E turnaround and capital projects work utilizing SAP per Dow-Kelly services scope of work.
- Develop IFA work packages to be used for T/A and Capitol projects using microsoft word, power point, excel, and Kofax
- Request and submit vendor and materials quotes via email, attaching it to Sap, package folders and tying in the logic
- Assisting pipe, mechanical, and rotating planners with I/E support withing their job planning
- Review and assist in the vetting of IFC work packages with client representatives for final acceptance.
I&C Commissioning Specialist
KBR- LyondellBasell
Channelview, TX
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Part of a commissioning completions team for the LyondellBassell POTBA project
- Distributed priority commissioning systems to Contech control services and Austin industrial per the schedule
- Coordinated and scheduled vendors to meet LyondellBasell priority schedule including ordering equipment and material
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities, created tracking charts using Microsoft word excel and power point
- Used Oracle P6 Primavera for planning, Hexagon PPM smart completions, and Bluebeam.
Quality Assurance I/E Third Party Inspector
D&C Inspections- LyondellBasell
Channelview, TX
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Oversee and approve Zachry I/E construction group meeting NEC code and LyondellBasell POTBA plant standards
- Attended Factory Acceptance Test 'fat testing' inspected vendor skid in electrical, instrumentation, and mechanically before arrival to the job site
- Created redlines using Bluebeam and submitted them to engineering for acceptance
- Documented inspection results into database,emails, and track sheets.
- Involvement with the material and torque verification for various mechanical equip.
I/C Commissioning Specialist
Rush Resources
Beaumont, TX
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Work alongside engineers to resolve any troubleshooting issues, including redlines, PLC, and DCS issues.
- Distributed work packages and created loop folders for the instrument fitters and instrument techs, in accordance with NatGas priority systems.
- Assisted with the function testing of all 480V motors and instrumentation.
- Inspected all new installations to meet Natgas standards.
- Worked in accordance with and assisted any mechanical and piping coordinators to bring about a successful, timely completion.
I/E Planner-Coordinator
Alpha Tier Services, Enbridge
Pontiac, IL
05.2020 - 10.2020
- Planned I/E new compressor station project using SAP and Microsoft Excel.
- Build and format work picture packages using PowerPoint, Excel, and Bluebeam Revu based on the Enbridge job scope.
- Ordered material with quotes, including vendor quotes, adding it to the SAP attachment list and scheduler notes.
- Aided schedulers with tying in the logic from SAP/P6.
- Review planning packages, hours, and costs with lead planners, schedulers, and client.
Instrument Commissioning Specialist
SNC Lavalin, ExxonMobil
Gregory, TX
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Programmed, set IP addresses, and tested all 480V smart buckets, including setting parameters on Allen Bradley VFDs.
- Created instrument loop folders with P&ID's, location drawings, and loop drawings for all of our gas turbines.
- Sold and function-tested all instrumentation on our LM2500 gas turbine to the Exxon client representative and Operations.
Commissioning I/C Technician
S&B Engineers
Nederland, TX
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Commissioned and functioned tested all instrumentation, valves, and motors
- Worked side by side with DCS and I/E engineers in order issues needing troubleshooting
- Created redlines using using Bluebeam Revu and submitted them to engineering
- Assisted in the Start Up for Energy transfer.
Pre-Commissioning I/C Technician
S&B Engineers
Sweeny, TX
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Function tested levels, pressure, and temperature transmitters
- Set up all parameters for every 480v Allen Bradley VFD
- Stroked all fisher 4-20 MA dvc valves including all the open/close bettis valves
- Tested and sold pressure and temperature switches to client rep.
Lead Commissioning Technician
SNC-Lavalin/Kentz- LyondellBasell
LaPorte, TX
04.2018 - 09.2018
- Distribute loop folders to the instrument commissioning crew for function testing and selling
- Create instrumentation loop progress sheet using Microsoft word excel
- Attend client meetings for progress and follow-ups on priority systems
- Work along engineers to get any troubleshooting issues resolved including redlines, PLC, and DCS issues.
Commissioning I/C Technician
Rush Resources, ExxonBpx
Beaumont, TX
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Function tested and sold level, pressure, temps, and flow transmitters including valves
- Function tested 4160v compressor with vendor and client rep
- Troubleshooting 480v motor starters.
Lead Instrument Technician
Emerson- Chevron Phillips
Port Arthur, TX
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Coordinate commissioning with the team, with priority work packages and loops folders.
- Instruments and fiber inspection walk-downs create punch items.
- Troubleshoot and loop-check instrumentation, valves, or motors.
Instrument Technician
Rush Resources
Pasadena, TX
06.2015 - 10.2015
- Calibrate and function test instruments
- Walk down instrument folders and create punch list items
- Test limit switches on bettis topwork valves, pressure switches, and temperature switches
- Troubleshoot and provided maintenance on process equipment and control elements
- Function tests the controls on 480v and 4160v motors.
I/E Inspector Third Party
Opd/Moore Controls, Cryo Enterprise
Orla, TX
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Oversee and inspect the electrical work performed by Meitec, verify work with NEC code and Plant standards
- Attended Factory Acceptance Test 'fat testing' inspected vendor skid in electrical, instrumentation, and mechanically before arrival to the job site
- Created redlines using Bluebeam and submitted them to engineering for acceptance
- Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing, entering data into quality database and emails.
Instrument Technician
Contech Controls, Chevron Phillips
Baytown, TX
01.2013 - 07.2014
- Calibrate and test pressure, temp, level, and flow transmitters
- Stroke and calibrate DVC fisher, masoneilan, and bettis valves
- Document and submit all calibration and inspection to chevron representative
- Function 480v motor starter buckets as well as troubleshoot any issues.
Education
Lee College
01.2011
Skills
- Knowledge of PLCs and Distributive Control Systems: Allen Bradley 500 series, Rockwell PlantPax, Direct Logic 06, Siemens PCD7, Delta V
- Instrument experience with flow, pressure, level, temperature, and pneumatics, including mass flow, guided wave, and radar levels, with the ability to operate and troubleshoot valves
- Motor controls experience on VFDs, 480V, and 4160V motors, with the ability to read and interpret schematic drawings
- Knowledge in GE 7E, LM2500/6000, TM2500 turbines for combined cycle plants, exchangers, heaters, and PSVs in order to develop embedded I/E scope
- Inspect and oversee the quality and assurance of the I/E contractor as a third-party inspector for the client
- Proficient in using SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Bluebeam Revu, KOFAX, and Hexagon PPM Smart Completions
- Managing and overseeing the commissioning team as a commissioning coordinator, with the ability to coordinate with vendors, distribute work packages, and attend client meetings
- Ability to create and format tracking charts, spreadsheets, and update schedules in order to present to supervision and the client
- Knowledge and the ability to plan out future turnarounds without exceeding company costs and schedules
Certification
- NCCER Instrument Technician Plus
- NCCER Electrician Plus
- Basic Turnaround Planning
- Oracle Primavera P6
References
- Christopher Crowley, Lead Automation supervisor, KBR, (832) 993-7238
- Matthew Bansen, Instrument Specialist Engineer, LyondellBasell, (832) 414-8017
- Joshua Cobb, Lead estimator, KBR, (832) 993-7238
Timeline
I&C Commissioning Specialist
Taurus LLC-Motiva
11.2024 - Current
Instrument Completions Specialist
Mcdermott-Bayport Polymers
12.2023 - 10.2024
Control System Specialist
Advantage Technical Serv-Plug Power
09.2023 - 12.2023
I/E PLANNER
JVIC-DOW
04.2023 - 09.2023
I&C Commissioning Specialist
KBR- LyondellBasell
04.2022 - 03.2023
Quality Assurance I/E Third Party Inspector
D&C Inspections- LyondellBasell
06.2021 - 04.2022
I/C Commissioning Specialist
Rush Resources
12.2020 - 05.2021
I/E Planner-Coordinator
Alpha Tier Services, Enbridge
05.2020 - 10.2020
Instrument Commissioning Specialist
SNC Lavalin, ExxonMobil
09.2019 - 01.2020
Commissioning I/C Technician
S&B Engineers
04.2019 - 09.2019
Pre-Commissioning I/C Technician
S&B Engineers
10.2018 - 03.2019
Lead Commissioning Technician
SNC-Lavalin/Kentz- LyondellBasell
04.2018 - 09.2018
Commissioning I/C Technician
Rush Resources, ExxonBpx
09.2017 - 02.2018
Lead Instrument Technician
Emerson- Chevron Phillips
11.2016 - 07.2017
Instrument Technician
Rush Resources
06.2015 - 10.2015
I/E Inspector Third Party
Opd/Moore Controls, Cryo Enterprise
09.2014 - 04.2015
Instrument Technician
Contech Controls, Chevron Phillips
01.2013 - 07.2014
Lee College