Chad C.
About Chad C.
Chad C. is a SCADA Analyst at Chevron in Greater Houston, with extensive experience in managing control systems for energy, aerospace, and Department of Defense missions.
Title and Current Employment
Chad C. is currently employed as a SCADA Analyst at Chevron in the Greater Houston area. In this role, he is responsible for providing technical continuity for ClearSCADA-based CRM, communications, and data acquisition systems. His expertise in SCADA systems, particularly those related to automated midstream pipeline resources, positions him as a valuable asset to the organization. Chad's current role is contracted via NES Fircroft.
Previous Positions and Technical Roles
Prior to his current role at Chevron, Chad worked as a Senior Application Engineer at Automation Solutions, LP (AUTOSOL) for eight months in Clear Lake, Texas. He also served as a SCADA Analyst Programmer at XTO Energy for two years in Killdeer, ND. Additionally, Chad held the position of SCADA Control Systems Manager / Control Room Manager at Lime Rock Resources for two years in Dickinson, ND. His earlier roles include Lease Operator - MSO at ConocoPhillips, Control Room Manager at Oxy, and Testing Operations Manager at ITC.
Military Background
Chad has a substantial military background, having served in both the United States Air Force and the US Navy. In the Air Force, he worked in the Space & Nuclear Missile Career Field for six years, stationed at Malmstrom AFB, MT, and Cape Cod AFS, MA. Before that, Chad was a Sonar Technician on submarines in the US Navy for four years, serving aboard the USS Tucson (SSN 770) in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
Educational Background and Certifications
Chad's educational background is diverse and comprehensive. He earned a Bachelor of Applied Arts & Science degree in Technical - Interdisciplinary studies from Texas State University. Additionally, he completed a one-year cultural and ecclesiastical immersion program at Operation Mobilization, focusing on International/Global Studies, Linguistics, Leadership, and Non-profit Social Services. He also studied Leadership and Pastoral Studies at Moody Bible Institute and earned a certificate in HMI/SCADA/Iconics from RSI Company.
Entrepreneurial Venture
Chad also has entrepreneurial experience, having owned and directed a creative media company called Handiworks Media for two years in Cape Cod, MA. In this role, he was responsible for managing various creative projects and driving the company's strategic vision. His entrepreneurial skills add a unique dimension to his technical and analytical expertise, showcasing his ability to manage and lead diverse initiatives.