Timothy J. Meister
Canal Fulton,OH
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Instrumentation Technician
Rigas (Runyan Industrial Gas Analyzers)
Canal Fulton, OH
09.2025 - Current
- Evaluate, troubleshoot, repair, and document service activity for CEMS and COMS analyzers.
- Develop proficiency in software platforms used for technical documentation, task management, materials management, repair parts procurement, and service tracking.
- Work closely with onsite customers to capture detailed needs and expectations to allow for successful completion of CEMS/COMS installations, quarterly audits, and EPA reporting.
Sr. Instrument & Electrical Project Manager
Encino Energy
Canal Fulton, OH
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Manage multiple contract instrumentation and electrical technicians across daily operations.
- Oversee workloads, labor hours, and material usage to enhance efficiency and safety.
- Led projects including new well pad builds, brownfield utility installations, and large AFE/LOE upgrades.
- Handle estimation, cost tracking, and maintains full accountability for the instrumentation and electrical budget.
- Collaborate with supply chain and engineering teams to improve build strategies and implement design corrections.
- Build vendor relationships through a partnership-focused approach to ensure successful material availability while maintaining cost efficiency across all aspects of I&E builds and projects.
- Ensures a safe work environment for all personnel on site.
Sr. Instrument & Electrical Supervisor
Chesapeake Energy/Encino Energy
Canal Fulton, OH
11.2016 - 04.2025
- Supervised daily activities of instrumentation and electrical technicians, providing ongoing technical training and support.
- Guided the design and implementation of automation changes to boost operational efficiency.
- Tracked and reported monthly automation operational costs for both LOE and Capex budgets, while managing material needs throughout both new build facilities projects and break/fix.
- Led estimate and bid package reviews to evaluate vendor scope, identify cost-efficiency opportunities, and improve field execution planning.
- Work with vendors to create opportunities for technical growth of Lease Operators, I&E Technicians, as well as Measurement Technicians through identifying training opportunities annually as well as specific to implementing new pieces of equipment into service throughout the field.
- Partnered with engineering and production teams to develop and execute cost saving initiatives.
Instrument & Electrical Technician II
Chesapeake Energy
Canal Fulton, OH
11.2013 - 11.2016
- Troubleshot and repaired instrumentation and electrical issues on oil and gas well pad sites.
- Fulfilled on-call responsibilities and performed scheduled maintenance to support equipment reliability and operational readiness.
- Led automation installations on new pad builds, including contractor oversight, material purchasing, procurement coordination, and readiness planning.
- Commissioned and validated new installations to ensure operational readiness.
Instrument & Electrical Technician
TCB Automation
Canal Fulton, OH
01.2013 - 11.2013
- Installed and terminated end devices, junction boxes, RTUs, and SCADA communications on new well pads.
- Conducted system commissioning and troubleshooting to address installation issues.
- Supported efficient and accurate deployment of automation equipment during site builds.
Cargo Handling Specialist (88H) / Generator Mechanic (91D)
United States Army Reserve
09.2008 - 09.2016
- Conduct logistics operations and cargo transport in military support environments.
- Performed generator maintenance and field repairs under pressure.
- Developed strong leadership and technical troubleshooting skills in high-stress situations.
Timeline
Instrumentation Technician
Rigas (Runyan Industrial Gas Analyzers)
09.2025 - Current
Sr. Instrument & Electrical Project Manager
Encino Energy
04.2025 - 09.2025
Sr. Instrument & Electrical Supervisor
Chesapeake Energy/Encino Energy
11.2016 - 04.2025
Instrument & Electrical Technician II
Chesapeake Energy
11.2013 - 11.2016
Instrument & Electrical Technician
TCB Automation
01.2013 - 11.2013
Cargo Handling Specialist (88H) / Generator Mechanic (91D)
United States Army Reserve
09.2008 - 09.2016