Jason Burge

Experienced Systems Engineer with a strong background in Engineering Maintenance, Instrument & Control Systems, and project delivery. Brings extensive industry expertise with excellent fault-finding skills in Siemens PLCs/Drives, TIA Portal, and Honeywell C300 DCS, combined with proven experience supporting apprentices and developing technical training programmes. Proven experience in preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, calibration, servicing, and breakdown repairs on equipment from electrical control systems, electrical-mechanical systems and instrumentation control systems.

Proven experience in working autonomously as the lead electrical/control maintenance resource during out of hours shifts.

Systems Engineer - INVISTA (UK) Ltd (formerly ICI Fibres) - Gloucester, UK

(2015)

• Supported the successful delivery of engineering projects and equipment upgrade initiatives. Provided specialist technical guidance, engaged key stakeholders, identified potential risks and implemented recommendations. This enhanced project outcomes, quality and operational performance.
• Served as the primary point of contact for all PLC, drive, and DCS-related issues across the site. Worked with maintenance and operations and provided guidance and support when required during and after normal working hours. This reduced machine downtime and improved knowledge of colleagues, especially new starters.
• Executed DCS programming, configuration, and ongoing system maintenance. Programmed DCS for new projects and have maintained the DCS environment with upgrades, resulting in long term operational reliability and stable operation of the plant.
• Played a key role in project delivery and directed external contractors, maintained budget compliance, and drove adherence to project timelines. This ensured efficient and cost-effective execution.
• Mentored and coached engineering colleagues and apprentices through structured development programmes. Created bespoke training plans and performance milestones. This enabled successful competency achievement within expected timeframes to achieve their required NVQ.

Maintenance Technician - INVISTA (UK) Ltd (formerly ICI Fibres) - Gloucester, UK

(1988 - 2015)

• Completed a comprehensive, full ICI Fibres Apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance, developing a strong foundation in engineering principles, fault diagnosis, preventative maintenance, and equipment reliability.
• Maintained and commissioned industrial machinery including boiler controls, BARMAG machinery, pneumatic systems, Kuka robots, SCADA systems, inverter drives, panel assembly with testing & commissioning, filtration plants, and 11kV substation equipment. This ensured that the plant remained stable and maximised reliability.
• Built strong working relationships across cross-functional engineering and production teams. Liaised with multiple teams across site, ensuring seamless collaboration to deliver high-quality products to customers while maintaining safe and efficient plant operations.
• Operated autonomously as the lead electrical maintenance resource during out-of-hours shifts, troubleshooting and rectifying critical equipment failures to sustain safe and efficient plant operations.
• Provide site-wide electrical breakdown cover as a key member of the shift-relief team, delivering continuous 24/7/365 maintenance support to maximise plant availability and ensure uninterrupted operations.

BTEC HNC - Electrical and Electronic Engineering

BTEC ONC - Electrical and Electronic Engineering