Brian Barlow (Brian Barlow)

Highly skilled E/I&C Technician with extensive experience in the installation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial electrical and instrumentation equipment. Proven ability to interpret schematics, diagnose complex issues, and perform preventative maintenance on systems including AC/DC drives, PLCs, and low/medium voltage equipment. Committed to ensuring safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction through meticulous work and adherence to SOPs.

Eager to leverage technical expertise to contribute to operational excellence.

Foreman at Bechtel construction (2026-03 – 2026-08)

• Directed and advised employees on the optimal installation of control valves and actuators.
• Executed calibration and maintenance on various controllers and transmitters to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Oversaw safety and reliability equipment implementation.

E/I&C Technician at APS Solutions (2024-12 – Present)

• Performed removal, repair, and installation of electrical components and systems, including advanced troubleshooting and system/process optimization; mentored and trained other electrical workers.
• Ensured safe completion of routine and non-routine repairs and construction projects.
• Executed preventative maintenance, including installation, repair, and troubleshooting of industrial electrical and instrumentation equipment such as substations, power distribution systems, switchgear, motors, motor controls, process controls, instrumentation, and pneumatic equipment.
• Maintained strong expertise in troubleshooting AC/DC drives, PLCs, overhead cranes, management control systems, calibration of field transmitters/transducers and weigh scales, and low/medium voltage equipment.
• Completed installations and renovations in compliance with regulatory agency standards.
• Adhered to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work area instructions, actively participated in safety and environmental activities, and operated plant and equipment correctly.

MOV Technician at Riley Power Group (2024-10 – 2024-11)

• Executed removal, repair, and installation of electrical components and systems, including advanced troubleshooting and system/process optimization; mentored and trained other electrical workers.
• Ensured safe completion of routine and non-routine repairs and construction projects.
• Performed preventative maintenance, including installation, repair, and troubleshooting of industrial electrical and instrumentation equipment such as substations, power distribution systems, switchgear, motors, motor controls, process controls, instrumentation, and pneumatic equipment.
• Maintained strong expertise in troubleshooting AC/DC drives, PLCs, overhead cranes, management control systems, calibration of field transmitters/transducers and weigh scales, and low/medium voltage equipment.
• Completed installations and renovations in compliance with regulatory agency standards.
• Adhered to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work area instructions, actively participated in safety and environmental activities, and operated plant and equipment correctly.

E/I&C Technician at APS Solutions/Re-world (2024-08 – 2024-09)

• Installed manufacturing equipment and machinery by interpreting installation specifications, wiring schematics, instrument drawings, and component diagrams, then mounting, wiring, and programming these devices; tested installations with diagnostic tools to ensure proper functionality.
• Maintained and troubleshot instrumentation, control circuits, and other equipment.
• Implemented monitoring and control technologies on equipment in marine energy facilities to manage operational processes and record data.
• Collaborated closely with engineers to ensure SCADA systems operated safely and efficiently.
• Conducted maintenance, evaluation, and analysis on manufacturing equipment and SCADA systems by calibrating and testing instruments and devices under simulated conditions.
• Verified that all equipment and systems met regulatory and compliance/tolerance standards.

E/I&C Technician at APS Solutions/Covanta (2024-03 – 2024-06)

• Installed manufacturing equipment and machinery by interpreting installation specifications, wiring schematics, instrument drawings, and component diagrams, then mounting, wiring, and programming these devices; tested installations with diagnostic tools to ensure proper functionality.
• Maintained and troubleshot instrumentation, control circuits, and other equipment.
• Implemented monitoring and control technologies on equipment in marine energy facilities to manage operational processes and record data.
• Collaborated closely with engineers to ensure SCADA systems operated safely and efficiently.
• Conducted maintenance, evaluation, and analysis on manufacturing equipment and SCADA systems by calibrating and testing instruments and devices under simulated conditions.
• Verified that all equipment and systems met regulatory and compliance/tolerance standards.

E/I&C Technician at Linde Group (2024-01 – 2024-03)

• Serviced and repaired control valves and actuators, programmed cards, and provided detailed troubleshooting descriptions.
• Documented procedures and safety standards, and submitted complete test information to engineering.
• Leveraged experience with DCS, Mark VI, and Emerson Ovation systems.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and work independently, applying creative solutions to unique I&E challenges.
• Interpreted schematics, manuals, P&IDs, and other technical documentation.
• Utilized a skilled proficiency with hand and power tools.

AOV Tester at Westinghouse (2023-10 – 2023-12)

• Performed functional tests on transmitters, valves, and actuators, replacing positioners/controllers as necessary.
• Documented valve repairs by capturing and uploading photos to repair reports, obtaining customer approval before proceeding with teardown, and meticulously matching, removing actuators, and inspecting parts.
• Managed parts ordering based on identified damaged components.
• Reassembled components, performed priming and painting, sandblasted valve body and actuator parts, repaired hydro seats, installed positioners, and conducted calibration and drop tests.

Millwright at Structure Resources (2023-09 – 2023-10)

• Interpreted blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to define work procedures.
• Installed, aligned, disassembled, and relocated stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, including pumps, fans, tanks, conveyors, furnaces, and generators, according to layout plans using hand and power tools.
• Operated hoisting and lifting devices such as cranes, jacks, and tractors to position machinery and parts during installation, setup, and repair.
• Inspected and examined machinery and equipment to identify irregularities and malfunctions.
• Adjusted machinery, repaired/replaced defective parts, and operated machine tools like lathes and grinders to fabricate necessary parts during overhauls, maintenance, or setups.

Valve Technician lll, AOV & MOV Tester, I&E, I&C, Commissioning at Pittsburgh APS/Emerson (2023-05 – 2023-09)

• Executed shop and field service testing and repairs, verifying functionality of transmitters, valves, and actuators, and replacing positioners/controllers as needed.
• Managed valve repair documentation by taking and uploading photos to reports, coordinating with sales for customer approval prior to teardown, and performing meticulous component matching, actuator removal, and inspection.
• Ordered replacement parts based on identified damage.
• Reassembled units, applied priming and painting, sandblasted valve body and actuator components, repaired hydro seats, installed positioners, and conducted full calibration and drop testing.
• Utilized experience with DCS, Mark VI, and Emerson Ovation systems.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and work independently, applying creative solutions to unique I&E challenges.
• Interpreted schematics, manuals, P&IDs, and other technical documentation.
• Exhibited skilled proficiency with hand and power tools.

AOV Tester at Day & Zimmermann (2023-01 – 2023-05)

• Performed tests to verify the proper operation of transmitters, valves, and actuators, replacing positioners/controllers as required.
• Documented valve repair processes by taking and uploading photos to valve repair reports, securing customer feedback and approval before teardown, and systematically removing actuators and inspecting parts.
• Identified and listed damaged parts for subsequent ordering.

AOV Tester at ProConex/Emerson (2022-08 – 2023-01)

• Executed testing procedures to confirm proper functionality of transmitters, valves, and actuators, replacing positioners/controllers as necessary.
• Managed valve repair documentation, including capturing and uploading photos to reports, obtaining sales and customer approval prior to teardown, and carefully matching and removing actuators for detailed inspection.
• Compiled lists of damaged parts for new part orders.
• Reassembled components, applied priming and painting, sandblasted valve body and actuator parts, repaired hydro seats, installed positioners, conducted calibration, and performed drop tests.
• Applied experience with DCS, Mark VI, and Emerson Ovation systems.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and self-direction, with a capacity for creative problem-solving in I&E contexts.
• Proficiently interpreted schematics, manuals, P&IDs, and other technical materials.
• Skilled in the use of hand and power-driven tools.

Field Service Lead/General Foreman/Control Technician/Commissioning at Scheck Mechanical Services (2020-05 – 2022-08)

• Conducted tests to verify the proper operation of transmitters, valves, and actuators, replacing positioners/controllers as needed.
• Documented valve repair processes by taking and uploading photos to valve repair reports.