Liam Barness
About Liam Barness
Liam Barness is an Instrument Engineer at ExxonMobil with a background in electrical and instrumentation engineering, holding certifications in functional safety and expertise in hazardous area classifications.
Current Role at ExxonMobil
Liam Barness currently works as an Instrument Engineer at ExxonMobil in Southampton, England, United Kingdom. He joined the company in 2019 and has since been contributing his expertise in instrumentation and control. In this role, he applies his advanced skills in hazardous area classifications, particularly adhering to ATEX regulations, and ensures the reliability and safety of various industrial systems.
Previous Experience at The Dow Chemical Company
Before joining ExxonMobil, Liam worked at The Dow Chemical Company as an Electrical Engineer. During his tenure from 2018 to 2019, he spent 10 months in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, United Kingdom. This role involved responsibilities in electrical engineering, where he utilized his hands-on experience and educational background in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. His work focused on enhancing the efficiency and safety of electrical systems.
Education and Certifications
Liam Barness holds an M.Sc. in Applied Instrumentation & Control from Glasgow Caledonian University, which he completed in 2019. He also possesses a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Swansea University, obtained in 2014. Additionally, he holds a BTEC National Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering from Grŵp Colegau NPTC Group of Colleges. He is certified as a Functional Safety Professional by TÜV SÜD, with comprehensive knowledge of standards 61508, 61511, and 62061. He also achieved incorporated engineer status with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
Expertise in Safety Systems
Liam has significant expertise in safety systems, particularly with the Triconex and HIMA platforms. His functional safety knowledge, certified by TÜV SÜD, encompasses standards such as 61508, 61511, and 62061. He is proficient in root cause analysis and has advanced skills in using SAP systems. His ability to manage and maintain safety systems ensures the high reliability and operational efficiency of industrial processes.
Early Career at Dow Performance Silicones and Cornelius Electronics Ltd
Prior to his roles at ExxonMobil and The Dow Chemical Company, Liam served as an Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer at Dow Performance Silicones in Barry, Wales, UK, from 2014 to 2018. He also briefly worked as a Production Operator at Cornelius Electronics Ltd in 2013 in Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot, United Kingdom. These positions helped him build a strong foundation in his engineering career, providing valuable hands-on experience in instrumentation, electrical engineering, and production operations.