Andrew Wallace
About Andrew Wallace
Andrew Wallace is an Instrument Technician at ExxonMobil with extensive experience in control and instrumentation, having previously worked at RWE Npower Renewables Ltd and the Royal Air Force.
Company
Andrew Wallace currently works at ExxonMobil. He has been serving as an Instrument Technician at the Fife Ethylene Plant and Braefoot Bay marine terminal. His role involves the overhaul and installation of control and trip valves and ensures the safety of critical equipment. Additionally, he addresses instrument obsolescence and employs SAP systems for instrument planning and maintenance contract setup.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
Before joining ExxonMobil, Andrew Wallace worked at RWE Npower Renewables Ltd as a Control and Instrumentation Technician. During his time there, he managed outage work packages and system trip testing. He played a key role in maintaining the operation of a safe and reliable Biomass CHP plant by ensuring compliance with health and safety, as well as environmental legislation. Earlier in his career, he served in the Royal Air Force as an Avionic and Electrical Systems Technician for nine years, where he honed his skills in avionic systems maintenance and repair.
Education and Training
Andrew Wallace pursued his education at Moray College, earning a degree in Systems Engineering from 2010 to 2012. He also attended the Defence College of Aeronautical Engineering, where he completed a program in Avionics from 2003 to 2004. Additionally, he received specialized Siemens gas turbine training as part of his continuous professional development.
Technical Expertise
Andrew Wallace has extensive expertise in installing and maintaining a wide array of instruments, such as capacitance level probes, vibration monitoring equipment, and pressure switches. He is proficient in working with several control systems, including PLC control systems, Triconex, TriGP, Modicon, and DCS systems like TDC 2000. His technical skills are further enhanced by his capability to address instrument obsolescence and manage complex maintenance tasks using SAP.