I&C Engineer (280712) Masters Instrumentation and Robotics / Oil, Gas, Chemicals, Fertilizers / PLCs, HMIs, DCS, Instrumentation, Controls / Houston, Texas area
Versatile Control and Instrumentation Engineer with 5 years of experience in automation, system integration, and project management across industries like Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Polymers, and Fertilizers. She has a Masters in Control and Automation Engineering. Her proven expertise in process optimization, troubleshooting, and instrumentation, combined with her strong academic background and technical certifications, makes her a strong addition to any chemical manufacturing team! Suparna’s extensive expertise in control systems, instrumentation, and automation allows her to hit the floor running.
Her ability to optimize processes, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead cross-functional teams makes her a highly qualified candidate to drive efficiency and innovation in manufacturing processes. She is on a J2 Visa and has a work authorization. She is interested in opportunities in the Greater Houston area. Her impressive experience includes:
• Process Optimization: Demonstrated ability to optimize production processes through improved instrumentation and automation, as seen in her successful execution of DCS upgrades and PLC configurations at Yokogawa.
• Problem-Solving: Reduced system downtime by 25% through root cause analysis and innovative engineering solutions.
• Project Management: Successfully managed multiple projects, including designing and configuring Yokogawa DCS systems, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with project specifications.
• System Upgrades: Implemented system upgrades and modifications, improving overall system performance and reliability.
• DCS and PLC Proficiency: Extensive experience programming and configuring DCS (Yokogawa) and PLC systems, ensuring operational stability and compliance.
• Instrumentation Expertise: Skilled in specifying and selecting field instruments for hazardous areas, maintaining safety and compliance standards.
• Advanced Diagnostics: Expert in troubleshooting unit processes and plant automation systems, improving operational efficiency by resolving complex issues during FAT and onsite commissioning.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Conducted RCA investigations, delivering solutions that minimized operational disruptions and enhanced system reliability.
• Data-Driven Improvements: Leveraged data analysis to identify and address instrumentation obsolescence issues, optimizing plant performance.
• Instrumentation and Process Control Loops: Proficient in configuring and troubleshooting control loops, P&IDs, and SIS systems to enhance process safety and efficiency.
• Team Collaboration: Partnered with system engineers and project teams to refine designs, achieving a 95% client satisfaction rate.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensured 100% compliance with MAC Standards and industry regulations through rigorous quality checks and inspections
• Technical Communication: Delivered detailed engineering documentation, including IO databases, wiring drawings, and SOPs, facilitating clear communication and project success.
• Design Review: Reviewed control system schematics and PFDs, ensuring alignment with project requirements and technical standards.
• 5+ Years in Instrumentation and Automation: Hands-on experience in designing and maintaining control systems in high-demand industries such as Oil & Gas and Chemicals.
• Process Safety Environment Expertise: Extensive work in PSM-regulated environments, ensuring compliance and safety.
• Petro Chemical Plant Operations
• Oil / Gas Operations
• Fertilizer Plants
• Work Planning
• Process Safety Management
• Leading Problem-Solving Teams
• Provide engineering/technical support
• Analyzing Plant Data
• Monitoring Data Collection
• Optimizing Production Processes Through Improved Instrumentation and Automation.
• Review Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) Classification
• Addressing Instrumentation and Process Control System Obsolescence Issues
• Troubleshooting Unit Processes
• Troubleshooting Plant Automation Systems
• Working With Plant Instrumentation Techs
• Provide Technical Expertise
• Perform Equipment Performance Evaluations.
• Define Instrument Scopes
• Analyze P&Ids
• Quality Checks and Inspections On Control Systems
• On-Site Troubleshooting
• Factory Acceptance Tests
• Identifying System Functionality Gaps
• Improving Project Clarity
• Sizing/Specifications Of Control Systems
• Configuration of PLC And HMI Systems
• Control Systems Testing Procedures
• On-Site Installations And Commissioning
• Reducing Operation Costs
• Optimizing Operating Units / Processes
• Optimizing Labor Utilization
• Improving Manufacturing Methods
• Ensure Efficient Manufacturing Methods
• Implementing System Upgrades
• Managing Multiple Projects
• Working in a Process Safety Environment
• Document Review
• Field Process Control Loops / Instrumentation
• Configure Control Communication Networks
• Control Panels
• Fieldbus
• Digital Instrumentation
• Performing Field Inspections
• Reviewing Drawings / Schematics
• Process Flow Diagrams
• Specifications Development
• IO database
• Control Panel Drawings
• Cable Scheduling
• Wiring Drawings
• Preparing BOM etc.,
• Electrical Controls
• Wireless Field Networks
• Industrial Data Buses
• H2S Detectors
• Process Safety Instrumented Shut-down Systems
• I/C Projects
• Troubleshooting Process Control Loops
• Root Cause Problem Solving
• Monitoring Devices
• AutoCAD
Educational Background
• Master of Technology in Control & Automation Engineering: Specialized in Industrial Automation and Robotics, graduating with top honors and meritorious awards.
• Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Communication: Solid foundation in technical principles and analytical problem-solving.
Certifications
• Functional Safety (doFS training): Demonstrates expertise in safety instrumented systems.
• Industrial Automation Platforms: Certified in factory and industrial automation, ensuring proficiency in modern technologies.