Professional Summary
Controls and automation engineer with 4+ years programming Allen-Bradley PLCs, commissioning Fanuc robots, and deploying HMI/SCADA systems in high-volume manufacturing. Owns projects end to end — from control design and panel wiring through commissioning and operator handoff — with a proven record of improving line uptime and reducing manual labor through systematic automation and troubleshooting.
Experience
- Develop, modify, and maintain Allen-Bradley PLC ladder logic and function-block routines in Studio 5000 / Logix5000 for high-volume lines, mapping I/O and updating control sequences for new products and process changes.
- Program and tune Fanuc robots in packaging and material-handling cells — teaching TP points, refining motion paths, configuring end-of-arm tooling, and optimizing cycle times; robotic integration reduced manual labor by ~35%.
- Design FactoryTalk View HMI/SCADA screens, alarm logic, and tag databases so operators can run and diagnose the line without engineering support.
- Respond to live line faults and unplanned downtime, tracing issues across PLC I/O, sensors, VFDs, and control wiring; systematic fault resolution and preventive fixes raised line uptime by ~20%.
- Own automation projects end to end — concept, control design, panel wiring, programming, commissioning, and operator handoff — leading technicians and maintenance staff during installs and troubleshooting.
- Write and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and electrical drawings to standardize troubleshooting and accelerate onboarding of new operators and technicians.
- Installed, commissioned, and serviced automated waterjet cutting systems at customer sites, bringing new machines from crate to full production.
- Commissioned Fanuc robots and Allen-Bradley PLCs — loading and verifying programs, checking I/O, setting robot frames and points, and validating safety interlocks before customer sign-off.
- Wired control panels and field devices and configured VFDs, setting drive parameters and tuning motors for new-machine setup and retrofits.
- Delivered on-site and remote support, diagnosing electrical, controls, and mechanical faults, walking customers through fixes, and traveling for escalations.
- Interpreted electrical schematics and machine drawings to trace faults, verify installations, and confirm systems ran to specification; documented commissioning checklists and troubleshooting steps.
- Maintained and supported POS and automation systems across retail and manufacturing environments, building hands-on controls and troubleshooting skills.
- Led small teams and coordinated day-to-day operations while working full time.
Projects
OrderVerse — Inventory Management SaaS. Built a full-stack inventory app using Electron.js, Node.js, and the Shopify API — multi-location visibility, real-time tracking, role-based access, and automated reorder logic.
Automation Strategy Templates. Developed modular automation strategies and reusable PLC code templates for batch systems to help small manufacturers deploy controls faster.
Skills
Controls & Automation: PLC Programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), Fanuc Robot Programming & Setup, HMI/SCADA (FactoryTalk View, Ignition), VFD Setup & Motor Tuning, Commissioning & System Integration, Electrical Wiring & Control Panels, Industrial Networks (EtherNet/IP, Modbus), Troubleshooting & Root-Cause Analysis
Tools & Software: Studio 5000, RSLogix 500, FactoryTalk View, Fanuc TP, Ignition, AutoCAD Electrical, Python, JavaScript, Node.js, Git, Wireshark, Linux, Windows
Professional: Technical Documentation & SOPs, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Team Leadership
Certifications
FANUC Robot Handling (HandlingTool) • FANUC RoboGuide (offline programming & simulation)
Google Cybersecurity Certificate (Coursera): network security, risk management, data protection
Allen-Bradley PLC Programming & Troubleshooting — self-directed with Studio 5000 / Logix5000
Courses & Resources: Inductive University (Ignition SCADA) • RealPars (industrial automation, PLC & HMI) • Rockwell Automation — Studio 5000 / Logix Designer training