Cristina Curtis

About Cristina Curtis

I am an adaptive and experienced chemical/automation engineer with over 13 years of expertise in advanced process control, process automation, and technical project leadership across pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing. I have a passion for improving the lives of those I work with, whether it’s fixing a problematic controller that operators monitor, eliminating process bottlenecks for engineers through automation, or fostering better communication across plant areas. I take pride in improving both the quality and efficiency of the products we deliver while enhancing the experience of the people I support.My work is grounded in a dedication to process safety above all else. I consistently seek to lessen manual operator tasks and automate line-of-fire jobs, driving toward the goal of zero injuries. This safety-first approach underpin every aspect of my project execution.Currently, I serve as Technical Lead / Technical Project Manager at Skellig, where I lead multimillion-dollar automation projects for Moderna, including large-scale Native DeltaV conversions and MES integrations. In this role, I manage cross-functional teams of up to 14 members, oversee portfolios exceeding $15 million, and standardize execution processes by embedding best practices into PQPs and SOPs. I also champion code quality, risk and cost transparency, and collaborative team culture, ensuring clean commissioning and long-term operational success.Previously at Dow Chemical Company and Eastman Chemical Company, I gained deep expertise in batch and continuous plant operations, advanced control strategies, SIS implementations, and process optimization. I delivered significant cost savings, capacity increases, and safety improvements through creative process control solutions across polymers, glycols/hydrogen, and coatings manufacturing.My career reflects a consistent theme: combining engineering fundamentals with practical experience to reduce costs, increase capability, and drive projects to completion, all while keeping people and safety at the center of the work.Received BS Degree in Chemical Engineering, and a minor in Applied Mathematics from the University of South Carolina Columbia Campus.website: https://cristinacurtis.weebly.com

Experience

1. Senior Automation Engineer - Technical Lead

   Skellig Automation

   Jan 2023 — Present

   Moderna Native DeltaV Project Unify o Technical Lead for Native DeltaV Conversiono 5 Direct Reports to Manage and Utilizeo Helping to Scope projects, estimate timelines, review Scopes of Works, and interpret Request for Proposalso Reviewing code from control modules, equipment modules, phase classes, operations, unit procedures, and procedures to check team output and ensure consistency across the teamo Guide Team through project workflow, ensure quality, and adherence to standardso Reviewing code for TFF, Fillers, Freeze Thaw Units, Chromatography Skids, and Single Use Mixers as well as various mobile equipment• Individualized Neoantigen Therapyo 4 Direct Resources to Manage and 1 External Contractoro Helping to Scope projects, estimate timelines, review Scopes of Works, and interpret Request for Proposalso Confirm Change Controls include all necessary process and documentation updateso Drive changes to completion from development through to productiono Validation Protocol Authoring, Executing, and Reviewso Training proper workflow of development, validation and production environments and how to perform validation testing properlyo Develop Code and ensure accuracy with Technical Transferso Manage Relationship with Modera stakeholders: direct management, process engineering, CQV engineers, manufacturing operators, and fellow digital automation folkso Implement new unit changes, code new formulas o Make PLC Changes on RSLogix Version 20.04o Authoring and Implementing Application Changes in Service Nowo Adding and Implementing Change Action in Veevao Site Testing for Skid Commissioning• SUMs Hardware Upgradeo Technical Lead for SUMs Hardwareo 1 Direct Reporto Writing Testing Procedureso Site Testing for Skid Commissioningo LSS Site Implementation of Kit 3 and Kit 7o Validationo Document Reviewo Escalating Timing Issueso Managing resources onsite• Total current project portfolio estimated to be $3.1MM in capital expenditure

Education

• University of South Carolina

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Chemical Engineering

  2007 — 2012