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Kirsten O'Handley

Sherwood Park,AB

Summary

Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) working in the control systems field with well-rounded experience configuring and designing PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems software and hardware. Functional Safety Engineer (FS Eng.) with experience participating in Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA), completing Safety Integrity Level (SIL) calculations, and generating associated documentation. A fast learner and an effective communicator with a proven track record of adapting to challenges and working with a team achieve successful outcomes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Control Systems Engineer

Dynamysk Automation
03.2022 - Current

- Participated in LOPA analysis, preformed SIL calculations, and generated all related Functional Safety documentation.

- Developed HMI applications using FactoryTalk and Proface HMI software

- Reverse-engineered existing Honeywell DCS logic to generate DCS logic to facilitate migration and testing

- Configured logic for RSLogix 5000 and Unity Pro PLCs

- Led Software Acceptance Testing and Commissioning activities

Systems Integrator

Cybertech Automation
08.2021 - 03.2022

- Developed recommendations for DCS process control improvements to Foxboro DCS systems

- Made logic modifications for Triconex SIS PLC system updates and facilitated testing of the modifications

Electrical E.I.T.

Autopro Automation Consultants Ltd.
04.2017 - 08.2021

- Performed SIL calculations to confirm achieved SIL.

- Prepared safety lifecycle documentation to facilitate Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) studies and Process Hazard Analysis (PHA)

- Facilitated Proof Test Procedures (PTPs) using Triconex software

- Configured Allen-Bradley Stratix switches

- Designed and Software Acceptance Tested PLC programming (ProWorx NxT, Unity Pro, Concept, and Studio 5000 software)

- Developed HMI graphics and variable databases in Citect 2015, Citect 2016, and Honeywell HMIWeb (Honeywell Experion SCADA points)

- Software and Hardware Acceptance Testing and Commissioning PLC, HMI, and SCADA databases as well as control system-associated hardware

- Performed troubleshooting on live PLC and SCADA systems

- Specified, tested, and commissioned communications hardware to interface with existing third-party systems (Modbus TCP/IP, DF1, Ethernet I/P, and Data Highway + communication protocols)

- Designed an internal network to isolate third party communications

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering -

University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
06.2016

Skills

- Experienced with various PLC, SCADA, DCS, and HMI programming software: Unity Pro XL, Concept, ProWorx NxT, Triconex, Studio 5000, Rockwell PLC-5, Rockwell PLC-2, FactoryTalk View Studio, ProFace, Citect 2015, Citect 2016, Honeywell HMIWeb, Honeywell Experion, and Foxboro

- Competent electrical designer

- Persistent problem solver and receptive learner Exposed to troubleshooting in network, PLC, and SCADA configuration

- Familiar with Exsilentia and aeSheild safety lifecycle management tools

- Experienced with SIS safety lifecycle documentation and calculations

- Strong communicator with a focus on team-work and collaboration for optimal outcomes

- Effective time management and organizational skills for project execution and commissioning

Certification

- APEGA registered P. Eng

- FS Eng (TUV Rhineland) #27492/23 - SIS

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Control Systems Engineer

Dynamysk Automation
03.2022 - Current

Systems Integrator

Cybertech Automation
08.2021 - 03.2022

Electrical E.I.T.

Autopro Automation Consultants Ltd.
04.2017 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering -

University of Alberta
Kirsten O'Handley