James Payne is the Director of Electrical Engineering and Renewable Power at Phillips 66, leveraging extensive experience from roles at Valero Energy and Eaton. He is a licensed Professional Engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from New Mexico State University, specializing in refinery power systems and distribution.
He has authored technical papers on advanced topics, including the integration of SCADA systems for high-speed controls within a refinerys ethernet network.
James Payne, P.E.
Director, Electrical Engineering and Renewable Power at Phillips 66
Sugar Land, Texas, United States
Overview
Topics They Care About
Renewable Power
His current role as Director at Phillips 66 focuses on leading the company's initiatives in renewable power and electrical engineering.
Refinery Control Systems
Co-authored a paper on integrating SCADA, load shedding, and high-speed controls on an ethernet network, demonstrating deep expertise in refinery automation and power system stability.
Predictive Maintenance
Authored a publication on the use of thermal imaging for diagnostics, indicating a focus on proactive maintenance strategies for complex electrical systems.
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Work History
9-2019
Director, Electrical Engineering and Renewable Power at Phillips 66
8-2015 - 9-2019
Electrical Engineering Manager at Valero Energy Corporation
3-2013 - 7-2015
Turnaround Planning Manager at Valero Energy Corporation
6-2008 - 3-2013
Staff Electrical Engineer at Valero Energy Corporation
7-2006 - 6-2008
Sr. Sales Engineer at Eaton Corporation
7-2004 - 7-2006
Project Manager at Eaton Corporation
3-2002 - 7-2004
Application Engineer at Eaton Corporation
7-2000 - 11-2000
Electrical Engineer at Dow Chemical
1-1999 - 7-2000
Electrical Engineer at Dow Chemical
Education
1993 - 1998
Bachelor of Science (BS) from New Mexico State University
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Location : Sugar Land, Texas, United States
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Director, Electrical Engineering and Renewable Power at Phillips 66
