DARRYL SHAWN KHAN
Freeport,Trinidad And Tobago, West Indies
Summary
Experienced Electrical Engineer with over 25 years in the field, specializing in the design, development, and management of complex electrical systems across diverse industries.
Adept in power systems, renewable energy solutions, and automation, with a proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and cost-effective projects on time and within budget.
Proficient in advanced CAD software and cutting-edge technologies, consistently enhancing system performance and reliability. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with industry standards and driving operational excellence.
Passionate about mentoring junior engineers and fostering collaborative environments to achieve outstanding engineering outcomes.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineer
KVR Energy Limited
09.2023 - Current
- GUTOR UPS designs, installation and Commissioning
- GBMS Battery management systems designs, installation and Commissioning
- UPS PM's, troubleshooting and modifications
- Design and install of battery systems for Back up
- Implement maintenance strategy for PM's and CM's for UPS and Batteries all clients
Senior Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineer (Consultant)
Trinidad & Tobago Niquan Energy Ltd (GTL Project Petrotrin)
10.2021 - 07.2023
- Pre-Commissioning, Commissioning Start-up Activities for Niquan (GTL Project)
- Co-ordinate work activities with on-site E&I, Mech Rotating & Static resources
- Procurement with suppliers for Instrumentation and Electrical equipment
- Provide technical support for Controls and HV/MV Electrical systems
- Ensure QA/QC documents and support are implemented for all aspects of E&I modifications, conducting the integrity checks prior to commissioning start-up
- Implementing maintenance strategy for E&I assets PM's and CM's
Instrumentation & Controls Design Project Engineer
US Methanol
01.2018 - 09.2021
- Develop new Instrumentation datasheets for total plant ISBL & OSBL
- Instrumentation redundancy loops & upgrades
- Procurement with suppliers for all Instrumentation devices
- Machinery Monitoring Management upgrades H.P, M.P Steam Turbines (Nat gas and Syn Gas Compressors)
- Create ILD's, DS's, CEMS, CTRL DESC
- Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget, and meeting project deadlines.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
Instrumentation & Controls Lead Commissioning Engineer
IFCO
07.2015 - 11.2017
- Instrumentation & Controls Utilities Area
- Instrumentation & Controls NH3 plant
- Instrumentation & Controls NH3 Storage & Truck Loading
- Generators, LV & MV Electrical Systems
- During Pre-Commissioning, Commissioning and Start-up phase
- Saved resources by identifying and rectifying design issues prior to installation, preventing costly rework.
- Optimized system performance through thorough testing and verification of installed systems.
- Streamlined communication between team members by creating clear documentation of commissioning processes.
Instrumentation & Controls Project Engineer
OCI Beaumont
03.2014 - 06.2015
- Instrumentation Redundancy loops & controls upgrades MeOH plant
- Instrumentation Redundancy loops & controls upgrades NH3 plant
- MeOH debottlenecking project, design instrumentation loops & controls
- Machinery Monitoring Management upgrades H.P, M.P Steam Turbines (Nat gas, NH3 Refrigeration, NH3 Recycle and Syn Gas Compressors
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration to achieve project goals.
- Identified risks and implemented mitigation strategies, minimizing potential issues during the project lifecycle.
- Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favorable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading to adoption of innovative solutions that addressed complex challenges.
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline project delivery processes, significantly enhancing efficiency and team collaboration.
- Conducted research to identify and evaluate new technologies and concepts.
Reliability Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer III
Methanex Trinidad Limited
01.2007 - 02.2014
- Implement E&I life cycle plans for Assets obsolescence strategy
- Create, modify, review and audit E&I Predictive & Preventative Maintenance program in CMMS using asset criticality ranking
- Plan and execute mechanical jobs/projects for Turnarounds and outages (utilities area)
- Create procedures for DCS and ESD control systems for maintenance and projects
- Conduct RCFA, PHA & Failure reporting for all ICE Failures and implement corrective actions to improve overall operational efficiencies and reliability
- Team Leader for GICET global team for the past 3 years
- Conducted regular audits of existing control systems infrastructure to ensure optimal performance levels were maintained over time.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and budgets, ensuring timely completion of objectives without compromising quality standards.
- Evaluated system performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary modifications.
- Resolved project operational problems to minimize delays and unexpected cost increases.
- Performed rigorous testing procedures on newly installed or upgraded controls systems, validating functionality prior to full-scale implementation.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure favorable terms on control equipment, resulting in cost savings without compromising quality.
- Analyzed and documented test results to comply with industry standards.
Project Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer III
Methanex Trinidad Limited
01.2005 - 01.2007
- PCR & MOC E&I changes for Projects
- Triconex Upgrade In Titan & Atlas Hardware and software to version 4
- Perform safety Hazops for E&I Engineering projects
- Plan and Execute E&I Engineering projects for Turnarounds and outages
- Foxboro DCS & Siemens PLC Maintenance, Backs ups & Program Changes
- Modify and upgrade controls to L.P & H.P turbines on the Triconex ESD.and DCS
- Upgrade Titan DCS relocating control room to one common control operating station
- Modify logic on the DCS and ESD systems online and offline
- A member of APETT
- ICE lead during Migration of new CMMS system Maximo in the organization
- Revised instrumentation guidelines to address exceptions and provide clarification, where needed.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular preventive maintenance on critical equipment and systems.
- Conducted root cause analyses for equipment failures, implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Maximized asset life cycle through comprehensive instrument reliability studies and replacement planning.
- Communicated complex technical specifications to non-technical people in easily comprehensible formats.
- Optimized plant performance with the development of control strategies for complex processes.
- Wrote protocols, qualification documents, test plans and test reports for quality assurance purposes.
- Rendered technical drawings and electrical systems specifications exceeding company standards.
- Retested electrical products and systems to determine effect of modifications.
Senior Instrumentation and Electrical Technician / Technical Engineering Support.
Methanex Trinidad Limited
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Chile 3 (2600MTPD methanol plant) turn-around experience in the areas of controls, Electrical and Instrumentation
- Construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up and maintenance on Instrumentation and Electrical HV, MV & LV systems on the Atlas plant
- Attended factory acceptance tests for the Mass Spectrometer and Fisher Valves
- Implemented CMMS (Tracvision) and consistent log data for plant's E&I spares
- Training obtained on configuration of the Foxboro DCS, Triconex ESD and the Siemens S7 PLC
- QA/QC on E&I installation systems with vendors and contractors
- Responsibilities include controls engineering within the Technical department as well as field engineering within the Maintenance department
- Utilization of the PRODOK workbench (a product of Rosenburg), which interfaces with AUTOCAD for creation and modification of instrument loops
- Configuration, optimization and backup of real time and message data files on AIM Historian for trending of process data
- Coordination and planning of installation of new instruments, including materials and labour cost budgeting
- Trained in the Taproot method of finding the root causes of equipment failures
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and thermal imaging cameras to accurately diagnose electrical issues.
- Streamlined inventory management for electrical supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Assisted in the selection of high-quality materials and equipment for projects, ensuring long-term reliability and performance.
- Conferred with engineers and designers to investigate and solve failure issues.
- Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, PLCs, and drives to handle changing needs.
- Reviewed existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions, or amendments to outdated material.
- Plotted equipment response time and fault range information on graph to determine relay curves.
Instrumentation and Electrical Supervisor
Messer Trinidad & Tobago Ltd
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Implementation and training on Fisher Rosemount RS3 D.C.S
- & controller tuning
- Updated job knowledge continuously through participation in educational workshops, seminars, or conferences related to the industry.
- Contributed valuable insights during pre-construction meetings for accurate estimation of labor hours required for successful project completion.
- Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
- Planning & coordinating modifications for Controls Systems & Instrumentation jobs
- Preventative maintenance on Instrumentation, Analyzers and Electrical equipment
- Commissioned Siemens S7 PLC, Triconex ESD and Bently Nevada systems
- Maximo implementation: labour reports, inventory, work orders and purchasing
- Procurement of E&I spare parts for equipment on all IGL and Messer Plants
- Construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up and maintenance on two ASU plants and one Hydrogen Plant in Point Lisas Industrial Estate
- Collaborated with other supervisors for coordinating cross-functional work activities, promoting a smooth project execution.
- Ensured adherence to quality standards by closely monitoring the workmanship of electricians on site.
- Championed sustainability initiatives by incorporating eco-friendly practices into design specifications whenever feasible.
- Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
Instrumentation and Electrical Technician / Trainee Supervisor
Messer Trinidad & Tobago Ltd
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Commissioned ASU plants in Brazil, Mexico & Trinidad
- Commissioned and maintained Siemens 505 PLC, Moore PLC and Modicon PLC
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and thermal imaging cameras to accurately diagnose electrical issues.
- Enhanced team productivity with effective coordination of tasks and resources during major installations.
- Evaluated finished assemblies for compliance with standard procedures and design requirements.
- Worked with Equipment vendors, coldbox, expander/compander, Molesieve & Gen
- Demag compressor, ABB turbine, UOP, Atlas Copco, Triconex and Siemens reps.
Instrumentation & Electrical Maintenance / Production Operator Technician
Amoco
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Operate Platform, Maintain Honeywell scan 3000 DCS control system & Triconex
- Perform Maintenance on Platform Safety systems and Instrumentation devices
- Attend platform-drilling meetings and make up progress reports for production
- Mahogany Alpha offshore contractor Kenson
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Developed strong communication channels with team members, fostering a collaborative work environment that resulted in improved processes.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Reduced response times to technical issues, implementing prioritized troubleshooting protocol.
Instrumentation & Electrical Technician
Phoenix Park Gas Processors Limited (PPGPL)
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Perform custody Transfer Calibrations for the gas metering lines and Products
- Force values on the Siemens 505 PLC systems, work with Allen Bradley PLC
- Commissioning of Honeywell DCS TDC3000 & FSC system for ESD
- Instrumentation & Electrical Projects Lighting, Metering skids Flow Daniel
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify the proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
- Enhanced team productivity through training junior technicians on best practices and procedures.
- Streamlined troubleshooting processes, significantly reduce downtime in critical systems.
Instrumentation & Electrical Technician
Caroni (1975) Limited
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Configuration and Maintenance of Electronic scales and Analyzers
- Installation of Electronic transmitters and controllers for Boilers
- Completed in-depth performance tests of parts and systems undergoing design optimization in simulated environments.
- Upgrading of instrumentation and Electrical systems
- Maintenance and service motors and steam turbines
- Trained new system users and employees in classroom type sessions to promote useful system knowledge and operations expertise.
Instrumentation Craft Apprentice
Caroni (1975) Limited
01.1992 - 01.1995
- Calibrations on Pneumatic valves, transmitters and controllers
- Installation of basic tubing and fittings for projects
- Preventative maintenance on recorders and gauges
- Perform routine calibrations on sugar scales and truck weighing systems
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
- Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
- Adhered to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines during daily work activities.
Education
MBA - Project Management
University of Reading
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Houston
Houston, TXSkills
- Circuit Design and Analysis
- Microcontroller Programming
- PLC Programming
- Power Systems Analysis
- Renewable Energy Systems
- Electrical Machine Design
- Instrumentation and Control
- Electronics Design and Troubleshooting
- CAD Software Proficiency
- Project Management
- Communication and Teamwork
- Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
Certification
- Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Infrared Level 1 (Trained by ITC)
- Certified Airborne Ultrasonic Testing Level 1 (UE Systems)
- Certified Vibration 1 Analysis
- Taj Chi Tuning Controllers Certified (BBA)
- Certificate in high voltage transformer testing, mtce, operation & troubleshooting.
- Formal Foxboro DCS training on: I/A series system integrated controls & I/A series system sequence control and ladder logic.
- Formal Triconex ESD training on : Triconex 8902 Tricon/TriStation
- 1131 Comprehensive training & Triconex 8950 Advanced TriStation 1131 Programming.
- Kepner Trigoe Analysis & TapRoot Training (Root Cause Analysis)
- STOP/CORE safety training observation programme certificate in safety.
- Certificate in Emergency First Responder Training.
- Certificate in Questor 4 Process Mass Spectrometer Training.
- Certificate in Siemens S7 Maintenance Training Program
- National Safety Council Defensive Driving Course 4
Additional Information
REFERENCES:
Company Manager/Owner
Mr. Olaf Wagner
Wagner Instrumentation & Electrical Services, Ltd
179 Timberline Road,
Kelowna, B.C, Canada V1W 4J6
1 409 998 7433
Mr Theron Alexis
Maintenance Manager
Methanex Trinidad Limited
Point Lisas
(868)-679-4400 ext. 2416
Mr Jason Redmond
Commissioning Project Manager
MMR Constructors Limited
Beaumont, Texas, USA
1 225 252 5537
Mr Bhim Roopnarine
Operations Superintendant
Phoenix Park Gas Processors Limited
Point Lisas
(868) 636-1522
Mr Shiva Santokhie
Maintenance & Engineering Manager
NIQUAN Energy Trinidad Limited
Southern Main Road
Point-A-Pierre
(868) 356-8477
Mr Vikask Rajnauth
Company Manager/Owner
KVR Energy Limited
#54 Samaroo Road East
Aranguez
(868)363-3547
Timeline
Senior Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineer
KVR Energy Limited
09.2023 - Current
Senior Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineer (Consultant)
Trinidad & Tobago Niquan Energy Ltd (GTL Project Petrotrin)
10.2021 - 07.2023
Instrumentation & Controls Design Project Engineer
US Methanol
01.2018 - 09.2021
Instrumentation & Controls Lead Commissioning Engineer
IFCO
07.2015 - 11.2017
Instrumentation & Controls Project Engineer
OCI Beaumont
03.2014 - 06.2015
Reliability Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer III
Methanex Trinidad Limited
01.2007 - 02.2014
Project Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer III
Methanex Trinidad Limited
01.2005 - 01.2007
Senior Instrumentation and Electrical Technician / Technical Engineering Support.
Methanex Trinidad Limited
01.2002 - 01.2005
Instrumentation and Electrical Supervisor
Messer Trinidad & Tobago Ltd
01.2000 - 01.2002
Instrumentation and Electrical Technician / Trainee Supervisor
Messer Trinidad & Tobago Ltd
01.1999 - 01.2000
Instrumentation & Electrical Maintenance / Production Operator Technician
Amoco
01.1998 - 01.1999
Instrumentation & Electrical Technician
Phoenix Park Gas Processors Limited (PPGPL)
01.1997 - 01.1998
Instrumentation & Electrical Technician
Caroni (1975) Limited
01.1995 - 01.1997
Instrumentation Craft Apprentice
Caroni (1975) Limited
01.1992 - 01.1995
- Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Infrared Level 1 (Trained by ITC)
- Certified Airborne Ultrasonic Testing Level 1 (UE Systems)
- Certified Vibration 1 Analysis
- Taj Chi Tuning Controllers Certified (BBA)
- Certificate in high voltage transformer testing, mtce, operation & troubleshooting.
- Formal Foxboro DCS training on: I/A series system integrated controls & I/A series system sequence control and ladder logic.
- Formal Triconex ESD training on : Triconex 8902 Tricon/TriStation
- 1131 Comprehensive training & Triconex 8950 Advanced TriStation 1131 Programming.
- Kepner Trigoe Analysis & TapRoot Training (Root Cause Analysis)
- STOP/CORE safety training observation programme certificate in safety.
- Certificate in Emergency First Responder Training.
- Certificate in Questor 4 Process Mass Spectrometer Training.
- Certificate in Siemens S7 Maintenance Training Program
- National Safety Council Defensive Driving Course 4
MBA - Project Management
University of Reading
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Houston
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