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Stephen Grzyb

Automation Electrician and Project Managment Professional
Hayter,AB

Summary

Dynamic Electrical, Automation, and Project Management professional with over 20 years of Industrial and Oil and Gas experience. Solid experience preparing construction proposals, project planning, project management and general contractor supervision. Utilizing my knowledge and experience to help solve issues that come when dealing with daily challenges in an oil and gas facility. Truly believing that safety is always first when making decisions in day-to-day duties and all aspects of my daily work day.

In the electrical and controls field, duties have included electrical consultant, skilled construction foreman in the Oil and Gas Industry, electrical trainer/supervisor in US venues, CS&U Supervisor and Coordinator in oil/gas, and project manager for various projects. This time has given me years of maintenance and construction experience in Oil and Gas industry and the opportunity to have worked with company engineers and EPC's during FEED design, PSSR, Systems testing stages (CAT,SAT,FAT), drawing reviews, and construction packages. Provide support and feedback on MOC's and PCN's and manage the contractors responsible for the fieldwork.

During that time gain experience handling different types of systems like PLC & DCS Systems, MCC switchgear, UPS Systems, Solar Systems, Cathodic Protection Systems, MV/LV Transformers, MV/LV Motors,Heat Tracing System, Lighting Systems, Plant Grounding systems, and Stand-by Power Systems.

Though out my career I have gained a very good knowledge of computer systems and in working MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project., etc. Working with systems like SAP for documentation related to job Work Permits, Work Orders, PM Schedule, PM Procedures, Scope of works, Incident reports, Risk assessment, Bill of material, Material requests and utilizing PM software like Primavera P6, MS Project, Mural etc..,

Planning Activities-

  • Preparation of Project Management Plan, Master Schedule
  • Preparation & Updating for WBS (Work break-down structure) & Master Project Schedule
  • Updating the schedule periodically against any variances from the baseline
  • Preparation & Updating Engineering, Procurement, Construction & Commissioning based on day-to-day or compensate for a distorting factor
  • Preparation of 30/60/90 day schedules
  • Management of Resources such as Manpower, equipment, logistics etc,
  • Preparation of Progress Reports (Daily, Weekly & Monthly) for projects as well as for internal review.
  • Preparation of Accrual's Chart & Invoicing based on Project.
  • Attend Daily Planning/Scheduling Meetings to achieve the targets.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Automation Optimization Specialist

Vertical Energy Solutions
Hayter
11.2016 - Current
  • Working with producers in developing and building processes and standards for facility and wellsite automation
  • Help to drive value-added projects by optimizing new and existing equipment including control systems, VFDs, PLCs, and instrumentation
  • Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
  • Planned and performed preventive maintenance on engines, motors, pumps, controls and chemical feed systems.
  • Build control networks that seamlessly integrate into corporate networks and following all security standards
  • Demonstrated high proficiency in managing and programming SCADA controls software system or industrial control systems.
  • Constructed, modified, maintained and inspected electric industrial control systems.

Sr. SCADA Leak Detection and Facility Technologist

Husky Midstream
07.2019 - 07.2023
  • Managed requests related to daily operations and projects as part of the specialist group
  • Assisting or leading in troubleshooting of system failures, and recommending or implementing solutions to reduce failures
  • Reviewed existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions or amendments to outdated material.
  • Interpreted scale drawings of new commissions to determine layout of materials and equipment.
  • Created, aligned, and optimized electrical instrumentation and testing equipment.
  • Contributing to efforts to improve and standardize work processes and regulatory requirements
  • Managing work assignments for system changes using Management of Change (MOC) process
  • System specifications, procedures, and standards are reviewed, maintained, and improved on if needed
  • Assisting with all ICS lifecycle upgrade or migration projects
  • Interfacing with internal departments to conduct risk assessments, understand business requirements, and influence SCADA system functional requirements
  • Project Manager for DVN SPS Operator and Qualification Trainer
  • Project Manager Aveva Insight Operations and Asset Management Platform
  • Acted as expert in the field of automation and technology, presenting leading research at industry conferences and events.

Controls System Specialist / Operational Specialist

Enerplus Resources
05.2014 - 03.2016
  • Manage all day-to-day Industrial Control Systems, work orders, contractor managment, scheduling, and supplied management and support for company specialist groups
  • Project Lead and Team Support for engineering from FEED design stages to Rev C drawings for construction
  • Project Management including preparing and tracking PCN's and MOC's and monitoring all project costs and supplier invoicing
  • Managed ClearScada Enterprise SCADA system integrating all wellsite and facilities systems
  • Working with measurement and compliance groups to provide data and compliance with all AER regulations
  • Participate in kick-off meetings for construction projects and provide technical input to engineering
  • High-level system design, troubleshooting and and cost projections for projects
  • Collected data on process control statistics to discover potential improvements to process capabilities
  • Modeled system usage patterns to determine training protocols and educational material guidelines
  • Collected data on process control statistics to discover potential improvements to process capabilities.

Automation and Optimization Specialist

Spirit Energy Solutions
03.2012 - 07.2014
  • Develop and design automation and optimization solutions and communication networks
  • Support engineering in reducing costs and downtime due to equipment failures
  • Work closely with operations and engineering in developing and implementing maintenance programs on critical and non-critical equipment
  • Assisted engineers in drawing reviews for new equipment design, preparation, calculations, and electrical code requirements
  • Install, commission, and support XSPOC, POC's and VFD's on various types of Artificial Lift
  • Directed electrical technicians on installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical wiring and equipment
  • Maximized strategic approaches by keeping a close eye on performance and making appropriate adjustments.

Automation Manager

Nexsource Power
04.2010 - 03.2012
  • Work with employees and contractors for installation and deployment of various types of equipment for optimization, automation, and controls
  • Referenced blueprints, repair manuals and parts catalogs for complex repairs
  • Completed emergency service of natural gas and diesel generators
  • Performed electrical equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair
  • Worked to coordinate between various contractors and engineers to ensure positive progress at all stages of projects
  • Stayed current with marketing automation best practices, industry standards, and compliance
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.

Automation Tech/VFD Specialist

National Oilwell Varco
05.2007 - 05.2010
  • Automation and Optimization Southern Alberta Manager
  • VFD service technician for Rod Pump, PC pump, and Submersible pumps
  • Provide technical field support for start-up, installation, and maintenance
  • Work daily with optimization technicians and operators to reduce lifting costs and reduce downtime
  • Performed customer training and field sales
  • Online monitoring of artificial lift solutions through XSPOC, and General SCADA
  • Kept on track with deadlines for development cycle times and maintenance programs
  • Created detailed test cases for use on various projects including power and utility testing
  • Supported business needs dependent on location, working with staff at all levels to produce targeted solutions.

Business Owner/Operator

GRIZZ Electrical and Automation Ltd
01.2006 - 04.2007
  • Electrical contractor to various local Oil and Gas Companies around Red Deer and surrounding area
  • Performed regular maintenance checks on electrical equipment and devices
  • Well optimization and Automation including SCADA systems
  • Read blueprints to determine materials, devices, and equipment necessary for installing electrical systems
  • Assisted engineers in drawing reviews for new equipment design, preparation, calculations, and electrical code requirements
  • Troubleshoot electrical circuits and devices
  • Installed electrical equipment such as electrical panels, breakers, pipe, receptacles, switches, motors, and relays
  • Managed day-to-day business operations
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses, and attract new customers
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.

Automation Tech, Automation and Optimization Technician

Electrical Construction, Lufkin Industries
02.2003 - 02.2006
  • Western Canada field technical support and service
  • Install, service, and start-up up Artificial Lift Controllers and VFD's
  • Training and service on all Lufkin POC controllers
  • Coordinate large multi-well projects throughout Alberta
  • Set up and install SCADA systems and communication networks
  • Customer relations and field sales
  • Determined layouts to install wiring in automated systems based on drawings and code specifications
  • Updated and maintained project documentation for detailed recordkeeping
  • Tested equipment for proper operation and freedom from defects
  • Assisted maintenance personnel with complex troubleshooting.

Electrician/Forman

Vulcan Electric
11.1997 - 10.2003
  • Read and interpret electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings, specifications, and applicable codes to determine wiring layouts
  • Cut, thread, bend, assemble and install conduits and other types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings
  • Position, maintain and install distribution and control equipment such as switches, relays, circuit breaker panels and fuse enclosures
  • Install, replace, maintain and repair electrical systems and related electrical equipment
  • Cost-effective use of direct materials and consumables
  • Reporting and investigating all safety incidents, near misses, and accidents
  • Ensuring that all work is carried out safely
  • Directed electricians on installation, maintenance and repair on electrical wiring and equipment
  • Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.

Education

Trades - Industrial Instrumentation And Process Control Technician

Nait
Edmonton
06.2004

Journeyman Electrician: Electrical Engi Technology -

Red Deer College
Red Deer, AB
05.2002

Skills

  • Excellent
  • Industrial systems
  • Industrial control troubleshooting
  • Industrial Equipment Operation
  • Industrial Design
  • Electrical Control Systems Installation

Certification

  • Journey Man Red Seal Electrician
  • NAIT - Project Management
  • Red Cross First Aid
  • OSSA Safety Orientation
  • Safety Training Sefsam, and SafeStart
  • H2S Alive
  • Energy Safety Canada Safety Program Development
  • PLC and VFD Certification – Cutler Hammer, Vacon, Toshiba, Fuji, Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric, ABB
  • ClearScada Level 1 Certification
  • XSPOC User and Administrator Training
  • Oasys Aveva Scada Certification
  • DNV Synergi Pipeline Certification

Personal Activities

Coaching Minor Sports Hockey, Softball, and Volleyball

Time on the ski hill with family and friends

Enjoy the outdoors like camping, fishing, hiking and hunting

Small farm life with cattle, chickens, and helping with grain production

Travelling to off the map places with my family

Timeline

Sr. SCADA Leak Detection and Facility Technologist

Husky Midstream
07.2019 - 07.2023

Automation Optimization Specialist

Vertical Energy Solutions
11.2016 - Current

Controls System Specialist / Operational Specialist

Enerplus Resources
05.2014 - 03.2016

Automation and Optimization Specialist

Spirit Energy Solutions
03.2012 - 07.2014

Automation Manager

Nexsource Power
04.2010 - 03.2012

Automation Tech/VFD Specialist

National Oilwell Varco
05.2007 - 05.2010

Business Owner/Operator

GRIZZ Electrical and Automation Ltd
01.2006 - 04.2007

Automation Tech, Automation and Optimization Technician

Electrical Construction, Lufkin Industries
02.2003 - 02.2006

Electrician/Forman

Vulcan Electric
11.1997 - 10.2003

Trades - Industrial Instrumentation And Process Control Technician

Nait

Journeyman Electrician: Electrical Engi Technology -

Red Deer College
Stephen GrzybAutomation Electrician and Project Managment Professional