Skills
PLC Projects
Here are some of the projects I worked on during my Summer term at ExxonMobil Polyethylene Plant.
Programmed Tricon PLC to add temperature diagnostics for a burner, implementing alarms and historization in DCS to address frequent pre-startup events and improve equipment health monitoring.
Implemented HART communication for critical control valves, enabling real-time diagnostics and performance monitoring, integrating with the analytics team's predictive models for equipment health.
Commissioned a wireless gateway installation, enabling field-wide wireless communication for 100 devices, improving data collection and monitoring capabilities.
Upgraded obsolete PLC power supplies to ensure continuous system reliability and minimize disruptions, enhancing overall plant operations.
Instrumentation Projects
Here are some of the projects I worked on during my Summer term at ExxonMobil Downstream Refinery.
Programmed Tricon and Allen-Bradley PLCs to speed up shutdown processes, reducing restart time by 6 hours and saving an estimated $250,000 per incident.
Upgraded pneumatic flow control loops to a smart electronic system, replacing transmitters and valve controllers, allowing for easier maintenance and data for valve monitoring.
Implemented wireless temperature indication for monitoring on a heat exchanger, avoiding $150,000 in premature replacement costs by mitigating high-temperature corrosion risks.
Redesigned and learned about relay logic for critical trip, latch, and reset functions, enhancing plant safety and reliability.
Overall Experience
My summer at ExxonMobil was impactful, with a supportive culture and focus on innovation. Outside work, I enjoyed sports, socializing with interns, and volunteering.
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