Brian Letcher is a seasoned Senior Principal Process Controls Engineer at Air Products, bringing over 20 years of extensive experience in process controls and automation to the forefront of the industry. His expertise encompasses a wide range of critical areas, including Distributed Control Systems (DCS)...
Brian Letcher is a seasoned Senior Principal Process Controls Engineer at Air Products, bringing over 20 years of extensive experience in process controls and automation to the forefront of the industry. His expertise encompasses a wide range of critical areas, including Distributed Control Systems (DCS) hardware layout, control logic development, and the commissioning and startup of complex industrial processes. Brian has played a pivotal role in numerous key projects, particularly in the design and programming of advanced control systems utilizing Siemens/Moore PCS7, WinCC, 4-mation, and Vision. His work has been instrumental in the successful operation of steam methane reformers, CO coldboxes, ammonia plants, high-temperature shift reactors, and NF3 plants.
In addition to his technical acumen, Brian has demonstrated exceptional leadership by supervising teams of controls engineers and instrument technicians. He has overseen OS migrations from Vision to WinCC in existing plants, ensuring seamless transitions while maintaining operational integrity. His proficiency in Safety Instrumented System (SIS) validation and SIL verifications further underscores his commitment to safety and reliability in process automation. Brian's ability to perform SIF analyses to determine required instrumentation and acceptable proof test times has been critical in enhancing plant safety and efficiency.
With a strong foundation in loop checking, commissioning, and process automation, Brian is adept at driving innovation in the hydrogen sector and beyond. His comprehensive skill set, combined with his dedication to excellence, positions him as a key contributor to Air Products' mission of delivering sustainable energy solutions. As he continues to lead and mentor the next generation of engineers, Brian remains at the cutting edge of process controls technology, shaping the future of the industry.
