Brian Blake
Tunapuna,TUP
Summary
Experienced electrical commissioning/design engineer with a bachelor's degree and 18 years of proven results. Committed to enhancing organizational efficiency, productivity, and profitability through innovative and cost-effective solutions. Adept at leading teams to optimize project processes and procedures. Dedication to supporting all areas that contribute to organizational success. Strong focus on continuous improvement, embracing emerging technologies, and promoting the achievement of net zero emissions.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Commissioning Engineer
Massy Wood
10.2023 - Current
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by developing and implementing commissioning procedures.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Reviewed proposed work orders to confirm jobs followed scope of services and budget.
- Logged device failures caused by unexpected reactions during testing.
- Liaised with vendors to resolve equipment-related issues promptly, minimizing downtime during commissioning phases.
- Ensured safety compliance by conducting risk assessments and implementing necessary mitigation measures.
- Reviewed as-built drawings for accuracy upon completion of commissioning activities, ensuring seamless handover to operations teams.
- Provided detailed progress reports on commissioning activities to keep stakeholders informed throughout the project lifecycle.
- Worked closely with operations and maintenance staff during the transition from commissioning to production, ensuring a smooth handover of systems.
Electrical Commissioning Engineer
McDermott via Titan Logistics Ltd
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Managed electrical commissioning team for safe and reliable acceptance testing
- Performed testing and maintenance of MV/LV Motors and Generators (4.16kV)
- Performed inspections, testing & commissioning of HV/MV Transformers (13.8kV)
- Possesses a high understanding of protection schemes for power systems and protection relay programming
- Performed Gas Turbine Compressor commissioning (Electrical)
- Performed Gas Turbine Generator commissioning (5.75MVA @4.16kV)
- Conduct planning and work-pack development for maintenance and project specific tasks
- BPTT Cassia C Compression Platform, Cassia C – Offshore, Trinidad
Electrical Commissioning Lead
BPTT via Fircroft Trinidad Ltd
10.2017 - 12.2020
- Managed electrical commissioning activities including installation, maintenance, documentation & vendor support
- Performance testing to ensure compliance with specifications, codes and or customer requirements
- Supervise and train electrical commissioning project team members
- Conduct field surveys or study maps, graphs, diagrams, or other data to identify and correct power system problems
- Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, evaluate, or analyze the performance of electrical components, assemblies, or systems
- Develop commissioning documentation such as "limits of system handover (LOSH), system commissioning procedures (SCPs) and site-specific execution procedures
- Galeota Expansion Project, Guayaguayare, Trinidad
Electrical Commisioning Technician
BPTT via Fircroft Trinidad Ltd
04.2016 - 09.2017
- Consult with engineers to discuss and interpret design concepts and determine requirements of detailed working drawings
- Develop system commissioning procedures (SCPs), electrical commissioning work packs, for various process systems
- Perform commissioning/performance tests on various electrical equipment including, MCCs, Medium Voltage Switchgears, Motors, Generators, Lighting systems, CCTV, Public address systems and F&G systems
- Consult with key stake holders on project updates
- Examine electrical schematics and supporting documents to develop, compute, and verify specifications for commissioning, configuration and tolerances
- Review blueprints to determine customer requirements and consult with design engineers regarding schematics, wiring procedures, and conductor paths
- Juniper Gas Platform, Tofco La Brea/Offshore, Trinidad
Projects & Technical Design Manager
Superior Energy Services Trinidad Ltd
02.2013 - 06.2015
- Manage project execution to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and scope
- Monitor/track project milestones and deliverables
- Confer with project personnel to identify and resolve problems
- Prepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
- Direct/coordinate activities of project personnel
- Establish and execute a project communication plan
- Schedule and facilitate meetings related to offshore accommodations and Hydraulic Work-over Units (HWO) Projects
- Monitor the performance of project team members, providing and documenting performance feedback
- Confer and assist in major turnaround (TARs) projects for BPTT, BGTT (now Shell), BHP, Repsol and EOG Resources
- Edoo's Industrial Estate, San Fernando, Trinidad/Louisiana-USA
Projects Technical Coordinator
Superior Energy Services Trinidad Ltd
05.2008 - 01.2013
- Provide technical expertise or support related to electrical systems including, motors, generators, switchgear, transformers etc
- Incorporate new methods and processes to improve existing operations
- Troubleshoot new or existing product problems involving designs, materials, or processes
- Design, install, or troubleshoot electrical distribution equipment
- Develop Heavy Lift Plans (HLPs) for major equipment including, offshore accommodations, structural decks, offshore rig components and major crane parts
- Conduct engineering design calculations for various electrical systems and equipment per codes such as NFPA70, NEC, IEC, NEMA and IEEE
- Develop project execution schedules using Microsoft office projects tools
- Work with major offshore operators including BPTT, Shell, BHP, EOG Resources and Repsol (now Perenco Ltd)
- Edoo's Industrial Estate, San Fernando, Trinidad/Louisiana-USA
Electrical Technician
Superior Energy Services Trinidad Ltd
02.2006 - 04.2008
- Modify, maintain, and repair electrical equipment and systems to ensure that they function properly
- Troubleshoot electrical instruments, equipment, or systems, using electronic test equipment such as logic analyzers
- Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments
- Conduct or supervise the installation and operation of electrical equipment and systems
- Provided electrical support for the BPTT Amherstia production platform deck extension project offshore
- Worked as a senior electrical technician on BPTT platforms, Mahogany A & B, Amherstia, performing start up, commissioning and maintenance of living accommodations and support equipment
- Worked as a senior electrical technician on Talisman onshore drilling project at the Tamarind drill site performing start up, commissioning and maintenance of living accommodations and support equipment
- Edoo's Industrial Estate, San Fernando, Trinidad
Process Operator
BPTT
08.2005 - 12.2005
- Overseer servicing and maintenance of valves at BPTT Terminal Facility
- Worked in control room analyzing and monitoring process data
- Worked in process plant taking readings, reviewing P&IDs, tracing process lines
- Operated on control room board
- Galeota Terminal Facility, Guayaguayare, Trinidad
Projects Coordinator
BPTT via RCCSL
03.2004 - 05.2004
- Worked alongside senior projects lead for the installation an10" spool pipe with gate valve in the BPTT Terminal facility
- Oversaw subcontractor daily reports
- Oversaw welding and hydro-testing procedures
- Galeota Terminal Facility, Guayaguayare, Trinidad
Education
Master of Science - Renewable Energy Technology
University of the West Indies
Certificate - Advanced Solar Design – Off Grid, On Grid, Protection and Simulation (MATLAB, PVSYST & ETAP)
Electrical Engineering Academy
06.2021
Certificate - Electrical Transformers – Theory, Design, Construction, Protection and Maintenance
Electrical Engineering Academy
05.2021
Certificate - Renewable Energy - Introduction to Solar Power Systems
CTS College of Business & Computer Science
08.2020
Certificate - EX - Hazard Area Classification & Explosion Protection
EPIT Group
05.2016
Certificate - Managerial Effectiveness
TrainerGistic Consulting Group Limited
05.2015
Bachelors' Degree - Bachelor of Engineering, Applied Electrical, Process and Utilities
University of Trinidad & Tobago
03.2012
Certificate - Leadership Skills
Intertek
01.2012
Certificate - Fundamentals of Electricity and Electrical Practices for Offshore Operators
University of Trinidad & Tobago
06.2006
Diploma - Electrical Engineering Technology
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
11.2005
Certificate - Industrial Maintenance Electrical Power and Controls Level1 Grade1 Acquired
Metal Industries Company
03.2003
College Certificate - High School Graduate
Northeastern College
07.2001
Skills
- Electrical Engineering
- Project Management
- Commissioning
- HV/MV/LV Systems
- Critical Thinker
- Conflict Resolution
- Leadership
- Adaptability & Agility
- Power Systems
- Team Player
- Renewables
- Documentation review
- Functional testing
- Client communication
- Team development
- Scheduling
References
Claude, Fleary, Country Manager, Superior Energy Services Trinidad Limited, 18686788730
Prof. Tagore Ramlal, Assistant Professor, University of Trinidad & Tobago, 1 868 468 4653
Ansarie Ali, Senior Testing Electrical Engineer, 1 868 741 9939
Hobbies and Interests
Sport Enthusiast, Football
Sport Enthusiast, Football
Passionate about football with in-depth knowledge of the sport’s history, rules, tactics, and major tournaments. Proficient in analyzing team strategies, player performance, and current trends in global and regional leagues. Skilled in delivering insights on fan culture, the role of technology (e.g., VAR, analytics), and the business side of football. Adept at engaging diverse audiences through discussions on football’s cultural impact, emerging talents, and fitness training methodologies.
Timeline
Commissioning Engineer
Massy Wood
10.2023 - Current
Electrical Commissioning Engineer
McDermott via Titan Logistics Ltd
08.2021 - 03.2023
Electrical Commissioning Lead
BPTT via Fircroft Trinidad Ltd
10.2017 - 12.2020
Electrical Commisioning Technician
BPTT via Fircroft Trinidad Ltd
04.2016 - 09.2017
Projects & Technical Design Manager
Superior Energy Services Trinidad Ltd
02.2013 - 06.2015
Projects Technical Coordinator
Superior Energy Services Trinidad Ltd
05.2008 - 01.2013
Electrical Technician
Superior Energy Services Trinidad Ltd
02.2006 - 04.2008
Process Operator
BPTT
08.2005 - 12.2005
Projects Coordinator
BPTT via RCCSL
03.2004 - 05.2004
Certificate - Electrical Transformers – Theory, Design, Construction, Protection and Maintenance
Electrical Engineering Academy
Certificate - Renewable Energy - Introduction to Solar Power Systems
CTS College of Business & Computer Science
Certificate - EX - Hazard Area Classification & Explosion Protection
EPIT Group
Certificate - Managerial Effectiveness
TrainerGistic Consulting Group Limited
Bachelors' Degree - Bachelor of Engineering, Applied Electrical, Process and Utilities
University of Trinidad & Tobago
Certificate - Leadership Skills
Intertek
Certificate - Fundamentals of Electricity and Electrical Practices for Offshore Operators
University of Trinidad & Tobago
Diploma - Electrical Engineering Technology
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Certificate - Industrial Maintenance Electrical Power and Controls Level1 Grade1 Acquired
Metal Industries Company
College Certificate - High School Graduate
Northeastern College
Master of Science - Renewable Energy Technology
University of the West Indies
Certificate - Advanced Solar Design – Off Grid, On Grid, Protection and Simulation (MATLAB, PVSYST & ETAP)
Electrical Engineering Academy
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