Executive Consultant | Principal Solutions Architect (Contractor)
Houston, Texas | April 2023 – January 2024
Position Responsibilities
Leadership in Solution Architecture
- Oversee the entire project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with client requirements and industry best practices.
Digital Transformation Guidance
- Guide and implement strategies for digital transformation, integrating advanced technologies into traditional industrial practices. This includes driving initiatives related to the Internet of Things (IIoT), real-time data analytics, and process automation.
Enterprise SCADA Solutions
- Develop and optimize SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems for Oil & Gas and Pipeline clients enterprise applications. Ensure these systems effectively manage, monitor, and control industrial processes.
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Implementation
- Incorporate AI/ML algorithms to enhance process efficiency, predictive maintenance, and decision-making capabilities within industrial environments.
Software Development Oversight
- Direct the planning, development, and implementation of software solutions, including computer vision and embedded systems, tailored to client needs within the industrial sector.
API Development
- Design and develop APIs using C#.NET for the transmission of Ignition SCADA data to state agencies. Also, develop APIs for retrieving renewable energy state data for integration into SCADA systems.
Cybersecurity Strategy and Roadmaps
- Develop comprehensive 5-year cybersecurity roadmaps for clients, ensuring robust protection against evolving digital threats. Conduct tabletop sessions to assess and improve cybersecurity preparedness.
Software Requirements Documentation
- Create detailed software requirements documents for the upgrade and enhancement of crude oil pipeline applications. Ensure these documents clearly outline client needs and technical specifications.
Consulting and Client Engagement
- Engage with clients to understand their unique challenges and objectives. Provide expert consulting services to develop tailored solutions in automation, digital transformation, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
- Stay up to date on emerging trends and technologies in the industry. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team and the broader organization.
Team Leadership and Development
- Lead and mentor a team of engineers and architects. Encourage professional growth and skill development to ensure the team remains at the forefront of industry advancements.
Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project goals, timelines, and deliverables.