Lee V. King II
Claremore,Ok
Summary
27 years of experience in AC/DC drives, power generation, and industrial controls across multiple sectors including Oil & Gas, Automotive, and HVAC. Proven expertise in ESP, Jet Pump, Rod Pumps, and PCP Artificial Lift applications, with a strong track record in managing complex projects from concept to launch. Developed and implemented VFD refurbishment processes and remote communications integration, enhancing operational efficiency. Recognized for leadership in team building and problem-solving, driving positive organizational change and maximizing employee performance.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Networking and Optimization Manager
NOV Artificial Lift Systems
11.2023 - 06.2025
- Provide application support for ESP down hole systems, create procedures for Surface Product Lines, conduct beta testing of new in house industrial controller, conduct automation and communications training classes for higher level field technicians, collaborate with software Engineers (both Spoc Automation and AID) on bug fixes and new innovative features, conduct R&D testing of several PMM’s in conjunction with different types of VFD’s for sustainability, and build VFD shop, and train the repair technicians.
Surface Controls Engineer
Endurance Lift Solutions
06.2021 - 11.2023
- Provide application support for ESP down hole systems, create procedures for Surface Product Lines (software installation, modem setup & install, train optimization on remote systems integration functions, train field service tech’s on installations, troubleshooting and startups, support the troubleshooting of customer owned competitor equipment, provide internal technical training on the basics of harmonics, collaborate with software Engineers (both Spoc Automation and AID) on bug fixes and new innovative features, implement MPS (Magnetic Pumping Solutions) PMM kit installation on Spoc Automation VFD panels, and build VFD refurbishment shop.
Senior Engineer III
Champion X Artificial Lift Systems (Company name changed from Dover, to Apergy, and to Champion X)
01.2017 - 06.2021
- Provide application support for all three types of artificial lift systems for all of the regions, create procedures for Surface Product Lines (software installation, modem setup & install, train optimization on remote systems integration functions, train field service tech’s on installations, troubleshooting and startups, support the troubleshooting of customer owned competitor equipment, work extensively on input harmonic mitigation for several customers in the Permian Basin, provide internal technical training on the basics of harmonics, collaborate with software Engineers on bug fixes and new innovative features, implement the LOW (life of well) concept to allow for customers to benefit from converting from ESP to Rod Pump using the same low horse power VFD, built Re-certification facilities in the Permian and HQ locations, staffed and trained the personnel to perform all Re-certification processes, participated in the testing, installation, and startup of several PMM’s in the field. I implemented the first POC of converting the Smarten ESP VFD for the Hydraulic lift application and helped design the first article Smarten VFD for that application.
Senior Drive Technician
Dover Artificial Lift Systems
10.2015 - 01.2017
- Provide production optimization, create well reports, service and repair of surface equipment, train field personnel on new and existing controllers, provide technical support to field personnel, and customers, maintain remote monitoring system, train customer's operators on panel controls, collaborate with engineers on providing solutions for power quality and surface control devices, and provide fluid level shot services.
Director of Artificial Lift Technical Support and Power Generation Product Manager
Diverse Energy Systems
12.2014 - 10.2015
- Provide technical, field and sales support for the jet pump artificial lift, vapor recovery units (VRU’s), 3300, 3412, and 3400 series CAT driven generators. Help introduce and implement product line solutions, such as parallel/ load sharing of multiple generators and adding harmonic filters to our VFD controlled systems for better power quality for our customers. Work with sales customers to provide solutions for their applications coupled with technical support via field operations and office correspondence. Work with manufacturing to provide better product reliability. Conduct training for sales, service, and customers.
Owner/CEO
HEM Engineering LLC
12.2013 - 12.2014
- Provide sales, service, and training of surface equipment for the artificial lift industry, domestic and international.
Senior VSD Technician
Halliburton Artificial Lift
06.2012 - 12.2013
- Startup/ commissioning, repair, and training of surface equipment for ESP’s and SRP’s.
Operations Manager
Al-Khorayef Petroleum Co. LLC
10.2009 - 06.2012
- Managed a crew of 40 Engineers and technicians within our workshop, cable shop, stockroom, surface operations, downhole operations, and focus operations, maintain consumable stock, provide failure and analysis reports for management, and provide quick response to failed equipment to minimize down time.
Technical Support Engineer Level III
ABB Inc.
07.2008 - 10.2009
- Provide Technical phone support for field technicians needing help with system configurations, commissioning, troubleshooting, warranty return processing and R&D of units with consistent failures. My job requires that I have experience in HVAC, Industrial AC/DC drives, Wind Turbine Generators, and pumps.
Senior Field Service Engineer
Unico Inc.
01.1998 - 07.2008
- Worldwide travel performing installations, repairs and maintenance of AC and DC drives and application control systems. Perform system application startups and field engineering of controls. Train maintenance crews and new hires on how to troubleshoot Unico systems. Provide technical phone support for customers in down situations and co-workers who need tech support in the field.
Electronic Technician
Custom Products Corp
03.1997 - 01.1998
- Repair of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines, such as troubleshooting and repair of robotic arms, interfacing with various PLCs to check for problem areas, preventive maintenance and checking overall operation of the machines.
Education
BS - Electronic Engineering Technology
University of Arkansas Grantham
11.2023
AS - Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology
Grantham University
01.2020
AAS - Electronic Engineering Technology
ITT Technical Institute
03.1997
Diploma -
Custer High School
06.1994
Skills
- Scada communications
- Application support
- System integration
- Technical documentation
- Project management
- VFD optimization
- Field technician training
- Customer service
- Automation training
- I & E specialist
- Power generation
- Harmonics mitigation
- Able to read schematics
- Able to design and build industrial control circuits
- Mechanically inclined
- Completed 80 hours of study in the theory and applied skills for applications and operations of ESP systems at Al-Khorayef Petroleum Training School, Alexandria, Egypt
- Communication and team building skills training program (College of Business Administration, Kuwait)
- Experienced HSE officer
- Experienced in troubleshooting and repair of AC and DC drives, and programmable controllers
- Proficient with all Windows applications
- Experienced with Allen-Bradley PLCs and RSLogix software
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Collaboration skills
- Safety compliance
- Team leadership
- Data analysis
- Verbal and written communication
- Policy and procedure development
- Staff training and development
Timeline
Engineering Networking and Optimization Manager
NOV Artificial Lift Systems
11.2023 - 06.2025
Surface Controls Engineer
Endurance Lift Solutions
06.2021 - 11.2023
Senior Engineer III
Champion X Artificial Lift Systems (Company name changed from Dover, to Apergy, and to Champion X)
01.2017 - 06.2021
Senior Drive Technician
Dover Artificial Lift Systems
10.2015 - 01.2017
Director of Artificial Lift Technical Support and Power Generation Product Manager
Diverse Energy Systems
12.2014 - 10.2015
Owner/CEO
HEM Engineering LLC
12.2013 - 12.2014
Senior VSD Technician
Halliburton Artificial Lift
06.2012 - 12.2013
Operations Manager
Al-Khorayef Petroleum Co. LLC
10.2009 - 06.2012
Technical Support Engineer Level III
ABB Inc.
07.2008 - 10.2009
Senior Field Service Engineer
Unico Inc.
01.1998 - 07.2008
Electronic Technician
Custom Products Corp
03.1997 - 01.1998
BS - Electronic Engineering Technology
University of Arkansas Grantham
AS - Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology
Grantham University
AAS - Electronic Engineering Technology
ITT Technical Institute
Diploma -
Custer High School
References
- Edward, Curt, President & CEO, 346-320-1009, Reynolds Lift Technologies
- Frank, Kouassi, Electrical Engineer, 571-575-1032, Diamondback Energy Inc.
- Dan, Becker, Field Manager, 432-287-3835, Battalion Oil Company
- Scot, McComas, Director Of Application Engineering, 918-231-0225, Infinitum
References
- Edward, Curt, President & CEO, 346-320-1009, Reynolds Lift Technologies
- Frank, Kouassi, Electrical Engineer, 571-575-1032, Diamondback Energy Inc.
- Dan, Becker, Field Manager, 432-287-3835, Battalion Oil Company
- Scot, McComas, Director Of Application Engineering, 918-231-0225, Infinitum
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