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Automation Engineer with a wide knowledge of PLC and Robotics who operates and completes tasks while adhering to safety guidelines of both human and equipment interfaces. Experience in leading and guiding Technicians and Engineers in Automation Control concepts, analytics, and troubleshooting of shop floor systems through both theory and practical knowledge. Proven leadership in areas of program development, troubleshooting, understanding of processes, and training.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

PLC and Automation Engineer

VOLVO CARS
01.2019 - Current
  • Compared installations against drawings and project specifications to ensure compliance.
  • Prepared cost analyses, tracked change orders and managed schedules to improve project efficiency.
  • Compiled and presented reports on concepts, solutions, cost, and complexity to inform stakeholders about planned projects.
  • Brought projects in on-time and in accordance with budget and quality standards.
  • Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
  • Managed, troubleshot and improved automation programs.
  • Delivered advanced troubleshooting support for maintenance team.
  • Delivered detailed and concise directives to team members and worked closely with organizational managers to facilitate project success.

Maintenance Automation Specialist

Volvo Cars
08.2017 - 01.2019
  • Supporting maintenance and engineering personal on shop floor in the controls aspect of machine functionality involving TIA Portal/Siemens, troubleshooting, and Profinet communications with distributed I/O, ABB robotics, and other devices.
  • Preparation of documentation and technical data while working directly with the Training Department on training guidelines to improve maintenance efficiency and sustainability.
  • Performed role of Central PLC Engineer via working with various suppliers and project engineering on handover process, open items, the development and implementation of programs by need in accordance with the Volvo Standard, the archiving/uploading of programs.
  • Took charge in develping, testing, and implementing program blocks and animations to track Cycle Time of buffer areas in Final Assembly.
  • Created RCA reports for technicans and superiors ranging in both techical and non-technical formats.
  • Worked diligently to understand the different programming standards (Volvo/Eisnemann) for various shops.
  • Provided feedback to the manufacturing development process, to assure the reliability and maintainability of new equipment.
  • Assisted suppliers with PLC errors that they were unable to resolve.
  • Took initiative to share technology while overseeing issues across departments to improve operational efficiency of the entire organization.
  • Continuously gave hands-on technical support, advice and mentoring to all levels of personnel.
  • Maintained open and effective communications with project teams to increase productivity.

Engineering/Project Technician

Continental Tire
02.2017 - 08.2017
  • Same as previous job in addition to:
  • Key User responsible for learning and maintaining the engineering aspect of High Base Storage and Transport System.
  • Worked with Project and Maintenance Engineers to ensure proper machine installation and reliability.
  • Learned various systems and interfaces, then trained personnel on the equipment
  • Ran operational tests on systems and equipment to reinforce proper processes and remedy malfunctions.
  • Inspect equipment and systems to identify issues and report problems to repair technicians.
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Multi-Craft Technician II and III

Continental Tire
04.2014 - 02.2017
  • Completed a Certified Multi-Craft Apprenticeship with Continental.
  • Provided regular preventive maintenance of complex machines and equipment, project expansions, process lines, and robotics.
  • Full Machine troubleshooting and repair in electronic/electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic processes throughout the plant.
  • ​Completed all repairs and maintenance work to company standards.
  • ​Carefully organized, analyzed and prepared technical data reports to ensure proper workflow and productivity. 
  • ​Reduced downtime during production by maintaining equipment and reducing unnecessary maintenance. 
  • ​Executed root cause analysis to improve yield and reliability.
  • Received various training to help improve work practices and increase reliability

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Electronic Instrumentation

Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College
Orangeburg, SC
2015

Skills

  • Electrical/PLC Troubleshooting and Sustainability
  • PLC programming and troubleshooting experience in Siemens TIA Portal/Step7, Beckhoff, Allen-Bradley, and Click
  • Robotic experience in ABB and FANUC
  • Experience in configuring and modifying HMIs to reduce downtime troubleshooting
  • Analysis of PROFINET networks and communications
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a cross-functional team in order to help determine and rectify and the source of problems
  • Organized while maintaining flexibility to cope with sudden needs
  • Sinamics S-120 & G-120 Drive parameterization and troubleshooting
  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt
  • Engineering Standards
  • Project Management
  • Experience with project advancements and implementation
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • OSHA regulatory compliance
  • College Advisory Board for Automation Technologies

Accomplishments

  • Siemens PLC certification in S7 and TIA Portal Programming Level 1-2
  • Improved Production Lines based on root cause analysis and corrective action procedures
  • Developed a standard to track cycle time for Buffer Areas throughout the shop
  • Supported installation of Automated Hirata High Bay Storage, becoming the liaison between Supplier and End User
  • Improved Green Tire scrap rate during HBS Transport by 50%.
  • Continental Tire Award for Employee Excellence
  • NSF Advanced Technological Education Student Award for Excellence
  • WorkKeys Level Gold
  • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society PTK
  • Siemens S-120 Drive Certification

Timeline

PLC and Automation Engineer

VOLVO CARS
01.2019 - Current

Maintenance Automation Specialist

Volvo Cars
08.2017 - 01.2019

Engineering/Project Technician

Continental Tire
02.2017 - 08.2017

Multi-Craft Technician II and III

Continental Tire
04.2014 - 02.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Electronic Instrumentation

Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College

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