Matthew Cox
NERC/I&E Technician
Hebron,Connecticut
Summary
As a NERC/I&E Technician at NAES Corporation, I apply my skills and credentials in electrical, instrumentation, and controls to maintain and improve the network and assets of a 2x1 combined cycle power plant. I have over twelve years of experience in the instrumentation and controls field, working with various equipment, systems, and protocols.
I am passionate about ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency of the critical infrastructure that supports our society and economy. I hold the GIAC Critical Infrastructure Protection (GCIP), the GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP), and the Certified Fiber Optic Specialist/Testing (CFOS/T) certifications, as well as multiple skills in instrumentation and controls. My goal is to continue learning and growing as a professional in this field and to deliver high-quality results for my team and organization.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
NERC/I&E Technician
NAES
02.2020 - Current
- Maintain low and medium-impact network and assets including firewalls, servers, switches, AVRs, generators, electronic and physical security perimeters, and protective relays
- Coordinate and take part in specialized evolutions such as relay trip testing, NERC CVA's, and battery testing
- Upgrade and install PLC equipment, switches, converters, and other various communication devices
- Maintain instrumentation and controls for gas and steam turbines, HRSGs, auxiliary boiler, and balance of plant
- Maintained SCADA (FactoryTalk View SE) and DCS (SPPA-T3000) systems in a combined cycle power plant
- Use RSLogix 5000 and Studio 5000 to troubleshoot, repair, and modify Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix and CompactLogix)
- Converted FactoryTalk View ME HMIs (PanelView Plus 7) into consolidated SE system for central control of auxiliary systems
- Troubleshoot and repair various I&E systems in plant, such as valve actuators, transmitters, UPS systems, and RTDs/Thermocouples
- Troubleshoot and repair circuit breakers and controls up to 18 kV
- Maintain fiber optic network across footprint of entire plant
- Maintain CEMTEK CEMS, ESC DAHS, and Opacity equipment on HRSGs
Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Technician
TC Energy (Liquids Pipeline)
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Maintained controls and instrumentation for liquids pumps stations and associated valve sites
- Troubleshoot and repaired 120 through 4160 VAC equipment
- Tested and repaired Siemens, GE, and Bristol PLC hardware/software systems
- Updated and modified components and systems to improve operation
- Adhered to testing procedures while performing standard and specialized evaluations on energized and de-energized circuits
- Performed electrical system installation of conduit, wire, and motor controls
- Maintained and tested fire alarm systems
Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Technician
TC Energy (Natural Gas Pipeline And Storage)
01.2016 - 02.2019
- Repaired wiring, conduit, equipment and machinery
- Tested and maintained industrial control systems and electrical components
- Analyzed test results to locate and determine causes of malfunction
- Made critical adjustments to component values and settings during testing
- Tested and repaired PLC hardware and software
- Installed, tested and repaired pressure regulating devices
- Tested and repaired emergency shutdown devices
Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Electrical) Petty Officer
Department of the Navy
02.2011 - 02.2016
- Leading Petty Officer of Main Propulsion Electrical Division
- Command Calibration Coordinator responsible for all calibration and record keeping of over 2,500 items
- Responsible for the planning and execution of all preventative and corrective maintenance on a daily basis
- Provided technical guidance, peer review, and mentorship to junior engineers
Skills
Electrical System Troubleshooting
Control Circuit Troubleshooting
Scheduling and Planning
Analog Loops
Protective Relays
Safety Practices
Battery and Support Systems
Complex Problem Solving
Programmable Logic Controllers
Siemens SPPA-T3000
FactoryTalk View ME/SE
SCADA / DCS
Fiber Optics
NERC CIP Standards
Industrial Cyber Security
High Voltage Switchgear
Certification
GIAC Critical Infrastructure Protection (GCIP)
Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)
Certified Fiber Optic Specialist/Testing (CFOS/T)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Education
Bachelor of Science - Operations Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH11.2023
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