Daniel Williams
Loveland
Summary
Detail oriented PLC / SCADA Specialist with 15+ years experience ranging from food and beverage to Oil and Gas and Water / Wastewater. Strong background in PLC Programming using various programming environments as well as SCADA / HMI Design with an emphasis on High Performance HMI design and modeling. Proven track record in system optimization, cost reduction through comprehensive SCADA audits, and P&ID development. Active contributor to industry standards development through participation in ISA 99 (ISA/IEC 62443 cybersecurity standards) and ISA101 (Human-Machine Interface standards) committees. Recognized subject matter expert in critical infrastructure cybersecurity with 4+ years of conference presentations and regulatory committee involvement. I have a project focused drive and enjoy seeing challenging projects to completion. I am very goal oriented and thrive in ever changing environments that present new challenges to which I can apply my problem-solving skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
SCADA Engineer
WYO Support
01.2023 - Current
- Design and develop advanced HMI displays for Cygnet and Cimplicity SCADA systems with focus on user interface optimization and operational efficiency.
- Create and maintain comprehensive P&ID drawings for process documentation and system integration.
- Develop, build, and manage complex report systems and report servers to support operational data analysis and regulatory compliance.
- Conducted comprehensive SCADA system audit resulting in significant overhead cost reduction through identification of system inefficiencies and implementation of optimized solutions.
SCADA Programmer / I&C Specialist Supervisor
City Of Loveland Colorado
05.2022 - Current
- Execute advanced design, development, implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Instrumentation and Control (I&C) systems.
- Interpret and apply National Electrical Code to new and existing installations.
- Work as crew supervisor over SCADA Programmer/Instrumentation and Controls Specialists by coordinating daily work and assigning training programs.
- Act as primary contact and coordinate work for treatment plant requests.
- Serve as Project Manager on small capital projects.
- Review and provide technical commentary on control narratives, P&ID drawings, electrical drawings, specifications, and submittals for capital projects.
- Coordinate and direct work with I&C subcontractors on large capital projects.
- Developed and maintain OT/IT Cybersecurity best practices and Incident Response Plans.
SCADA/PLC Specialist / I&C Specialist
City Of Loveland Colorado
04.2016 - 05.2022
- Performed comprehensive analysis, design and programming for new and existing process control/network administration on SCADA HMI, PLC's and various communication systems.
- Instrumental in design process of control systems in new and existing facilities.
- Developed and maintained HMI programs using software associated with SCADA and plant process data collection.
- Developed and integrated ladder logic programs using RS-Logix 500, RS-Logix 5000 and RS-Logix 5 software for programmable logic controllers.
- Configured data acquisition and communication network protocols, debugged and implemented programming changes to SCADA systems.
- Coordinated with IT Department for installation, testing, and ongoing maintenance of Windows SCADA servers.
- Designed, implemented, and maintained SCADA telemetry communication systems.
- Updated SCADA System to align with high performance HMI standards.
- Built updated report server using SQL Server 2017 Data Tools and SSRS.
Automation Technician/Programmer
Noble Energy Inc. / Silverline Services
Windsor
06.2014 - 04.2016
- Troubleshot and maintained automation instrumentation on Econode Oil Production facilities.
- Performed installation, startup and commissioning of new facility automation systems.
- Maintained RS485 and DH2 communication protocols and wireless systems.
- Created, edited and maintained PLC programs using IsaGraf Software and Rockwell RSLogix 5000.
- Worked with engineers on facility designs to implement cause and effect solutions.
- Created and modified checkout procedures for econode facilities and developed program database for technician data tracking and optimization.
- Updated internal technology infrastructure including websites, server technology, and ERP system implementation.
PLC / Electrical Technician
JBS USA Holdings Inc.
Greeley
01.2010 - 07.2015
- Troubleshot and maintained all AC/DC electrical equipment, conveyors, motors, and plant electrical systems.
- Created, edited and maintained PLC programs with RSLogix.
- Designed and updated electrical schematics.
- Maintained all scales, product scanners, label printers, LOMA metal detection systems, and Meat Master foreign object detection systems.
- Programmed and maintained frequency drives.
- Performed layout, installation and maintenance of control wiring.
- Designed and fabricated equipment mounts using MIG and Stick welding.
Manager/Tattoo Artist
Story Of My Life Tattoo
Ft. Collins
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Maintained daily operations and staff management.
- Trained new staff on all operations while maintaining clean, safe, sterile work environment.
- Developed shop and marketing strategies, conducted interviews and hiring, managed viral marketing campaigns and website maintenance.
- Maintained all financial documents and customer interactions.
Various Positions
01.1999 - 01.2008
- Commercial/Residential Installer - Anderson Garage Door
- Landscaper - Alpine Gardens
- Illustrator - Self Employed
- Graphic Design/Management Intern - Pinnacle Printing
- Roofer - Monty Roofing
Education
Business Administration - Computer Science
National American University
Rapid City, SD01.2013
General Education - Internet Systems Development / Computer Science
Adams State University
Alamosa, CO01.2011
Certificate in Graphic Communications - Video Production
Colorado Trades Place Vocational Schools
Canon City, Pueblo01.2005
Skills
- RSLogix 500
- RSLogix 5000
- Siemens Step 7
- IsaGraf
- Visual Basic
- VBA Access Programming
- SQL Server
- SSRS
- Diagnostic software development
- Ignition SCADA
- Cygnet SCADA
- GE Cimplicity
- IX Developer
- Factorytalk View
- High Performance HMI design standards
- Report server development and management
- P&ID design and development
- Electrical schematics
- AutoCAD
- RTU specialist
- PLC specialist
- System integration
- System optimization
- SCADA system auditing
- Cost analysis
- Frequency Drive Programming
- Frequency Drive Setup
- Emerson Control wave
- ROC Flow Control Programming
- Hirschmann Networking Certified
- Ethernet Networking
- Fiber Networking
- RS485
- DH2
- Wireless protocols
- HART devices
- 4-20ma systems
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Analytical skills
- Communication abilities
- Project organization
- Project management
- Equipment repair
- Equipment maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- PLC wiring
- OT/IT Cybersecurity best practices
- Cybersecurity standards development
- Critical infrastructure cybersecurity
- Industry standards development
- Regulatory compliance
- Testing management
- Simulation tools
- Process building
- Test equipment operation
- Hardware debugging
- Root-cause analysis
- Microcontroller programming
- Control systems
- System testing
- Design implementation
- Sensors and actuators
- Blueprint reading
- Component selection
- Schematics and drawings
- Electrical safety
- Circuit design
- Variable frequency drives
- Telemetry systems
- Electrical engineering
- Cybersecurity implementation
- Factory automation
- Wireless communication
- Process control optimization
- Instrumentation
- Data acquisition
- Control panel design
- Alarm management
- Control system integration
- System troubleshooting
- PLC programming
- Control theory
- Fieldbus technology
- Industrial networking
- Team leadership
- Data analysis
- Ladder logic programming
- Cybersecurity practices
- HMI development
- P&ID documentation
- SCADA system design
Professional Activities And Standards Development
- ISA 99 Committee Member, Current, Developing the ISA/IEC 62443 Series of Standards on Automation and Control Systems (ACS) Security. Contributing to industry-standard cybersecurity frameworks for critical infrastructure protection.
- ISA101 Committee Member, Current, Developing standards for Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) focusing on navigation, graphics, alarm presentation and usability guidance to enhance operator awareness and reduce operational risk.
- AWWA Operational Technology Committee Member, Current, Contributing to water industry operational technology standards and best practices development.
- AWWA Cybersecurity Workshop Subcommittee Member, Current, Developing cybersecurity training materials and workshop content for water utility professionals.
- AMWA Regulatory Subcommittee Volunteer, Current, Supporting regulatory compliance initiatives and standards development for municipal water associations.
- Rocky Mountain Water Conference Presenter, 2021-2024, Annual presentations on cybersecurity for critical infrastructure, educating water industry professionals on OT/IT security best practices, threat mitigation, and regulatory compliance.
Timeline
SCADA Engineer
WYO Support
01.2023 - Current
SCADA Programmer / I&C Specialist Supervisor
City Of Loveland Colorado
05.2022 - Current
SCADA/PLC Specialist / I&C Specialist
City Of Loveland Colorado
04.2016 - 05.2022
Automation Technician/Programmer
Noble Energy Inc. / Silverline Services
06.2014 - 04.2016
PLC / Electrical Technician
JBS USA Holdings Inc.
01.2010 - 07.2015
Manager/Tattoo Artist
Story Of My Life Tattoo
01.2008 - 01.2010
Various Positions
01.1999 - 01.2008
Business Administration - Computer Science
National American University
General Education - Internet Systems Development / Computer Science
Adams State University
Certificate in Graphic Communications - Video Production
Colorado Trades Place Vocational Schools
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