Jose Marticorena
About Jose Marticorena
Jose Marticorena is a NIF Controls Hardware Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, specializing in PLC programming and HMI development. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from California State University, Fresno, and has extensive experience in electrical engineering roles across various companies.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Jose Marticorena has been employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2018, serving as a NIF Controls Hardware Engineer. In this role, he contributes to the development and implementation of hardware systems for the National Ignition Facility (NIF). His responsibilities include supporting electrical installations and ensuring the functionality of control systems critical to the laboratory's operations.
Education and Expertise
Jose Marticorena earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from California State University, Fresno, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. His academic background laid the foundation for his expertise in PLC programming, specifically with Rockwell Logix 5000. Additionally, he possesses skills in HMI development and control panel design, enhancing his technical capabilities in electrical engineering.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Jose Marticorena worked in various engineering roles. He served as a Wireline Field Engineer at Halliburton for 11 months in 2010-2011 in the Bakersfield, California area. He then transitioned to Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, where he held positions as an Electrical Engineer from 2011 to 2015 and later as an Electrical Engineering Manager from 2015 to 2018, both roles based in the Modesto, California area.
Technical Skills
Jose Marticorena specializes in PLC programming, particularly with Rockwell Logix 5000, which is essential for automation and control systems. His technical skills extend to HMI development and control panel design, enabling him to effectively support electrical installations. These competencies are critical in his current role and previous positions, contributing to the successful execution of engineering projects.