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Allen Bradley / Rockwell2002 – Henneke - BMW E53 small parts foaming stations. Complete mechanical, electrical and software design to improve the operation for the loading and unloading of 4 x small part stations for small part foaming on a robot foaming line. This required a new design concept from original design due to unreliability problems. 2003 - Mecanizados - BMW E53 and Saturn LS Vac forming Line Design and build a system that would monitor and control the preheat temperature of vinyl sheeting prior to vac forming (laminating) door panels. The new system used a matrix of temperature sensors on the upper and lower heater banks with the temperature control from Siemens HS724 controllers. The system was controlled from an AB SLC504 PLC and the data was captured to a PC based system running RSView32. Microsoft Excel was used as a way to display the vinyl temperature distribution in reatime mode. 2003 – Frimo - BMW Z4 Foaming Station. Modification to the Z4 foaming station to accommodate BMW E53 foaming tools. This would allow a backup for the E53 foaming process should there be a failure on the E53 foaming line. This required electrical redesign, as well as the writing of extensive software routines, including AB SLC505 PLC and HMI programming. 2004 - 400T Ona Vertical Press (X2) – BMW X5 / X6 door panel lower carrier manufacture. Redesign of safety circuits, including safety gates, safety posts and estop circuits. Redesign of electrical controls, machine interface and PLC software program to improve press cycle and machine reliability. 2008 – BMW E70 /E71 New Glovebox Design. Design and build test station for testing operational integrity of the new glovebox design. The tests included opening time, closing force and interior lamp operation. The installation was built into an X5 body in white, with a permanently mount IP. The glovebox on test was installed in the IP to reproduce the correct environment for testing. The control and operation of the Glovebox was through an AB SLC 504 PLC and data captured was transferred to a PC system and stored. The PC would display in realtime data from each cycle and display it in an Excel spreadsheet as a graph. Tolerances were set to monitor repeatability performance as well deviations. Total cycle count was also monitored. To confirm operation over extended operating cycles. Due to the success of the Glovebox testing the system was upgraded to include opening forces for the sunshade option as well as centre console lid operation. 2010 – Henneke - BMW E70 /E71 & VW411 IP Foaming Line Process. Redesign of the existing BMW E70 / E71 IP foaming line process to integrate it with VW411 foaming line process. This involved the design of the VW411 foaming line process as a stand alone system and then integrating the E70 / E71 IP foaming process into it. This integration involved 2 robots, 2 wet systems and 6 foaming stations. Each foaming station was controlled from a Siemens S7 300 series PLC, as was the VW411 wet system. The BMW E70 / E71 wet system was run from an AB SLC 505 system. Of the 2 robots, one had a single mixhead that was used for the BMW foaming process and the second robot had dual mixhead capability which allowed for the BMW or VW foaming process. It was also necessary to allow, where possible, the ability to run either BMW E70 tooling or VW411 tooling at specific stations. All systems were run on a common Profibus network. A SCADA system was developed to capture all necessary process data from each station for traceability purposes. All process data was displayed on a PC based HMI system running RSView32, allowing BMW & VW data to be available in real time.Good-to-Have
FanucI have experience supporting industrial automation and robotics-related projects involving automated production systems, control integration, PLC communication, and commissioning activities in manufacturing environments. My background combines PLC programming, automation engineering, instrumentation, and industrial process control, which allowed me to work alongside robotic and automated systems used in production operations. I have worked extensively with automation systems integrating: PLC-controlled production equipment Motor control and VSD systems Sensors and industrial instrumentation Automated sequences and interlocks HMI/SCADA monitoring systems Industrial communication networks In manufacturing environments, I supported troubleshooting, commissioning, optimization, and automation improvements for systems operating with robotic and automated machinery. My role included: PLC logic development and modifications Signal validation and I/O testing Fault diagnostics and downtime reduction Equipment startup and commissioning Production automation support Electrical and control system troubleshooting Coordination with operations and maintenance teams I also have strong experience integrating automated equipment with: Siemens PLC systems Allen-Bradley / Rockwell systems HMI and SCADA platforms Ethernet/IP and Profinet communication networks One of my key strengths is quickly understanding automated production processes and supporting reliable machine operation through structured troubleshooting and control system optimization. I have successfully supported commissioning and operational improvements in industrial manufacturing environments where automation reliability and uptime were critical. In addition to technical implementation, I have managed automation project activities including: Functional analysis Technical documentation FAT/SAT execution Site supervision Contractor coordination Client communication and reporting My strong field experience, hands-on troubleshooting ability, and understanding of industrial automation systems enable me to work effectively with robotic production environments and multidisciplinary engineering teams. I am comfortable supporting projects remotely or on-site and can adapt quickly to customer standards, production requirements, and new automation technologies including robotic systems such as FANUC-integrated environments.Good-to-Have
KeyenceFor Vision, Sensing & Inspection Systems: Keyence Vision System Integration – IV / XG / CV Series Keyence Vision Sensor Setup – IV2 / IV3 Series Keyence Lighting & Lens Selection for Vision Keyence Smart Camera Calibration & Configuration OCR/OCV and Pattern Matching with Keyence Vision Keyence Vision System with PLC Interface Keyence 3D Laser Profiling – LJ-V / LJ-X8000 Series For Sensors & Safety Devices: Keyence Photoelectric Sensor Integration – PZ / PR Series Keyence Laser Displacement Sensor Setup – IL / LK Series Keyence Area Scanner Integration – SZ / SZ-V Series Keyence Light Curtain Setup – GL-R / SL-V Series Keyence Safety Interlock Device Wiring Keyence Sensor I/O Mapping to PLC Panels For Marking & Measurement (if applicable): Keyence Laser Marker Setup – MD Series Keyence Measurement Systems – IM / TM Series Keyence Barcode Reader Integration – SR SeriesGood-to-Have
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Allen Bradley / Rockwell2002 – Henneke - BMW E53 small parts foaming stations. Complete mechanical, electrical and software design to improve the operation for the loading and unloading of 4 x small part stations for small part foaming on a robot foaming line. This required a new design concept from original design due to unreliability problems. 2003 - Mecanizados - BMW E53 and Saturn LS Vac forming Line Design and build a system that would monitor and control the preheat temperature of vinyl sheeting prior to vac forming (laminating) door panels. The new system used a matrix of temperature sensors on the upper and lower heater banks with the temperature control from Siemens HS724 controllers. The system was controlled from an AB SLC504 PLC and the data was captured to a PC based system running RSView32. Microsoft Excel was used as a way to display the vinyl temperature distribution in reatime mode. 2003 – Frimo - BMW Z4 Foaming Station. Modification to the Z4 foaming station to accommodate BMW E53 foaming tools. This would allow a backup for the E53 foaming process should there be a failure on the E53 foaming line. This required electrical redesign, as well as the writing of extensive software routines, including AB SLC505 PLC and HMI programming. 2004 - 400T Ona Vertical Press (X2) – BMW X5 / X6 door panel lower carrier manufacture. Redesign of safety circuits, including safety gates, safety posts and estop circuits. Redesign of electrical controls, machine interface and PLC software program to improve press cycle and machine reliability. 2008 – BMW E70 /E71 New Glovebox Design. Design and build test station for testing operational integrity of the new glovebox design. The tests included opening time, closing force and interior lamp operation. The installation was built into an X5 body in white, with a permanently mount IP. The glovebox on test was installed in the IP to reproduce the correct environment for testing. The control and operation of the Glovebox was through an AB SLC 504 PLC and data captured was transferred to a PC system and stored. The PC would display in realtime data from each cycle and display it in an Excel spreadsheet as a graph. Tolerances were set to monitor repeatability performance as well deviations. Total cycle count was also monitored. To confirm operation over extended operating cycles. Due to the success of the Glovebox testing the system was upgraded to include opening forces for the sunshade option as well as centre console lid operation. 2010 – Henneke - BMW E70 /E71 & VW411 IP Foaming Line Process. Redesign of the existing BMW E70 / E71 IP foaming line process to integrate it with VW411 foaming line process. This involved the design of the VW411 foaming line process as a stand alone system and then integrating the E70 / E71 IP foaming process into it. This integration involved 2 robots, 2 wet systems and 6 foaming stations. Each foaming station was controlled from a Siemens S7 300 series PLC, as was the VW411 wet system. The BMW E70 / E71 wet system was run from an AB SLC 505 system. Of the 2 robots, one had a single mixhead that was used for the BMW foaming process and the second robot had dual mixhead capability which allowed for the BMW or VW foaming process. It was also necessary to allow, where possible, the ability to run either BMW E70 tooling or VW411 tooling at specific stations. All systems were run on a common Profibus network. A SCADA system was developed to capture all necessary process data from each station for traceability purposes. All process data was displayed on a PC based HMI system running RSView32, allowing BMW & VW data to be available in real time.Good-to-Have
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Cosmetics and personal care automation careers span batch emulsion processing, high-speed filling, and vision inspection. Process engineers earn $72K-$142K. Real companies: P&G, L'Oreal, Estee Lauder, Colgate-Palmolive.
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ABBI have experience supporting industrial automation and control projects involving ABB-integrated industrial systems, electrical controls, instrumentation, PLC automation, and industrial process operations. Over my 18+ years in automation engineering, I have worked on projects requiring integration between PLC systems, motor control equipment, drives, instrumentation, and industrial production processes commonly associated with ABB-based environments. My experience includes: Industrial automation system integration PLC programming and troubleshooting HMI/SCADA development and support Motor control and VSD integration Instrumentation and analog signal processing MCC and control panel systems Industrial communication networks FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities I have supported automation and commissioning projects involving: Manufacturing and production systems Water and wastewater treatment systems Industrial utility systems Process automation applications Electrically controlled production equipment My responsibilities included: PLC logic development and modifications Electrical and instrumentation troubleshooting I/O testing and signal validation Process sequence optimization Alarm and interlock configuration Startup and commissioning support Technical documentation and as-built updates Coordination with electrical, mechanical, and operations teams I have also worked extensively with industrial communication protocols and automation architectures integrating field devices, remote I/O, drives, and operator interfaces to ensure stable and reliable plant operation. A key accomplishment in my automation career has been successfully delivering projects from engineering and programming through commissioning and operational handover while maintaining strong communication with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams. I have consistently helped improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and optimize automation performance during commissioning and production support phases. In addition to hands-on technical work, I have experience managing automation project execution activities such as: Functional analysis and control philosophy review Project scheduling and milestone tracking FAT/SAT coordination Contractor and vendor supervision Client reporting and technical meetings Operator training and final handover Customers value my strong troubleshooting ability, field-oriented approach, and capability to work independently in demanding industrial environments. I am comfortable supporting ABB-integrated automation environments remotely or on-site and can quickly adapt to project standards, plant requirements, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.Good-to-Have
Travel related expenses may be available for those outside the standard 50 mile radius of the plant. Hotel, rental car, and airfare, if needed, at cost (per receipts). Mileage for personal vehicle use only, intial to and from location (not daily to and from hotel).
Certificate of Insurance (COI): A current COI must be uploaded to your profile before starting any project. This is essential for compliance with our insurance policy and to protect all parties involved. The minimum coverage required is $1,000,000 in General Liability. If you do not have or wish to obtain the neccessary insurance, a deduction of 5% will be included from your billable time each week. Please obtain your COI through the following process if you don't have a current COI already:
Visit Hiscox Insurance.
Enter your Zip Code to specify your state.
Select/Type the nature of your work, for example, "Controls Systems Integration/Automation."
Indicate the structure of your business (Corporation, LLC, etc.). You can select 'Other' if you don't yet have a company started.
Choose the date for your coverage to start.
Ensure you select a minimum of $1,000,000 General Liability Coverage.
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Remember, quotes from Hiscox are valid for 30 days, and they offer assistance via chat and phone round the clock.
Timesheets and Expense Reports: These must be submitted by 9 AM on Monday mornings. Adherence to this deadline is crucial for maintaining our commitment to clients and for the timely processing of invoices. Please note the following late fee policy:
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An additional $50 fee will be charged for each day beyond the initial late period.
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Q1.Describe your level of experience programming AB PLC's/HMI's.
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Requirements that applicants must meet to be eligible
Yes = Able to Apply, No = Not Able to Apply
🇺🇸US Work Authorization RequiredRequired
Q1.Are you currently located in and authorized to work in the US? Do not answer yes if you are not actually in the USA.Yes
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Allen Bradley / Rockwell2002 – Henneke - BMW E53 small parts foaming stations. Complete mechanical, electrical and software design to improve the operation for the loading and unloading of 4 x small part stations for small part foaming on a robot foaming line. This required a new design concept from original design due to unreliability problems. 2003 - Mecanizados - BMW E53 and Saturn LS Vac forming Line Design and build a system that would monitor and control the preheat temperature of vinyl sheeting prior to vac forming (laminating) door panels. The new system used a matrix of temperature sensors on the upper and lower heater banks with the temperature control from Siemens HS724 controllers. The system was controlled from an AB SLC504 PLC and the data was captured to a PC based system running RSView32. Microsoft Excel was used as a way to display the vinyl temperature distribution in reatime mode. 2003 – Frimo - BMW Z4 Foaming Station. Modification to the Z4 foaming station to accommodate BMW E53 foaming tools. This would allow a backup for the E53 foaming process should there be a failure on the E53 foaming line. This required electrical redesign, as well as the writing of extensive software routines, including AB SLC505 PLC and HMI programming. 2004 - 400T Ona Vertical Press (X2) – BMW X5 / X6 door panel lower carrier manufacture. Redesign of safety circuits, including safety gates, safety posts and estop circuits. Redesign of electrical controls, machine interface and PLC software program to improve press cycle and machine reliability. 2008 – BMW E70 /E71 New Glovebox Design. Design and build test station for testing operational integrity of the new glovebox design. The tests included opening time, closing force and interior lamp operation. The installation was built into an X5 body in white, with a permanently mount IP. The glovebox on test was installed in the IP to reproduce the correct environment for testing. The control and operation of the Glovebox was through an AB SLC 504 PLC and data captured was transferred to a PC system and stored. The PC would display in realtime data from each cycle and display it in an Excel spreadsheet as a graph. Tolerances were set to monitor repeatability performance as well deviations. Total cycle count was also monitored. To confirm operation over extended operating cycles. Due to the success of the Glovebox testing the system was upgraded to include opening forces for the sunshade option as well as centre console lid operation. 2010 – Henneke - BMW E70 /E71 & VW411 IP Foaming Line Process. Redesign of the existing BMW E70 / E71 IP foaming line process to integrate it with VW411 foaming line process. This involved the design of the VW411 foaming line process as a stand alone system and then integrating the E70 / E71 IP foaming process into it. This integration involved 2 robots, 2 wet systems and 6 foaming stations. Each foaming station was controlled from a Siemens S7 300 series PLC, as was the VW411 wet system. The BMW E70 / E71 wet system was run from an AB SLC 505 system. Of the 2 robots, one had a single mixhead that was used for the BMW foaming process and the second robot had dual mixhead capability which allowed for the BMW or VW foaming process. It was also necessary to allow, where possible, the ability to run either BMW E70 tooling or VW411 tooling at specific stations. All systems were run on a common Profibus network. A SCADA system was developed to capture all necessary process data from each station for traceability purposes. All process data was displayed on a PC based HMI system running RSView32, allowing BMW & VW data to be available in real time.Good-to-Have
FanucI have experience supporting industrial automation and robotics-related projects involving automated production systems, control integration, PLC communication, and commissioning activities in manufacturing environments. My background combines PLC programming, automation engineering, instrumentation, and industrial process control, which allowed me to work alongside robotic and automated systems used in production operations. I have worked extensively with automation systems integrating: PLC-controlled production equipment Motor control and VSD systems Sensors and industrial instrumentation Automated sequences and interlocks HMI/SCADA monitoring systems Industrial communication networks In manufacturing environments, I supported troubleshooting, commissioning, optimization, and automation improvements for systems operating with robotic and automated machinery. My role included: PLC logic development and modifications Signal validation and I/O testing Fault diagnostics and downtime reduction Equipment startup and commissioning Production automation support Electrical and control system troubleshooting Coordination with operations and maintenance teams I also have strong experience integrating automated equipment with: Siemens PLC systems Allen-Bradley / Rockwell systems HMI and SCADA platforms Ethernet/IP and Profinet communication networks One of my key strengths is quickly understanding automated production processes and supporting reliable machine operation through structured troubleshooting and control system optimization. I have successfully supported commissioning and operational improvements in industrial manufacturing environments where automation reliability and uptime were critical. In addition to technical implementation, I have managed automation project activities including: Functional analysis Technical documentation FAT/SAT execution Site supervision Contractor coordination Client communication and reporting My strong field experience, hands-on troubleshooting ability, and understanding of industrial automation systems enable me to work effectively with robotic production environments and multidisciplinary engineering teams. I am comfortable supporting projects remotely or on-site and can adapt quickly to customer standards, production requirements, and new automation technologies including robotic systems such as FANUC-integrated environments.Good-to-Have
KeyenceFor Vision, Sensing & Inspection Systems: Keyence Vision System Integration – IV / XG / CV Series Keyence Vision Sensor Setup – IV2 / IV3 Series Keyence Lighting & Lens Selection for Vision Keyence Smart Camera Calibration & Configuration OCR/OCV and Pattern Matching with Keyence Vision Keyence Vision System with PLC Interface Keyence 3D Laser Profiling – LJ-V / LJ-X8000 Series For Sensors & Safety Devices: Keyence Photoelectric Sensor Integration – PZ / PR Series Keyence Laser Displacement Sensor Setup – IL / LK Series Keyence Area Scanner Integration – SZ / SZ-V Series Keyence Light Curtain Setup – GL-R / SL-V Series Keyence Safety Interlock Device Wiring Keyence Sensor I/O Mapping to PLC Panels For Marking & Measurement (if applicable): Keyence Laser Marker Setup – MD Series Keyence Measurement Systems – IM / TM Series Keyence Barcode Reader Integration – SR SeriesGood-to-Have
Travel related expenses may be possible for highly qualified candidates living outside of the stardard 50 mile radius. TBD based on experience and location.
Per diem for food, and incidentals. (no reciepts required).
Hotel at most reasonable rate, reimbursed per reciepts.
Mileage for personal vehicle use only. Initial to and from work location, not for daily driving to and from plant/hotel.
Rental car (if needed) at most reasonable rate, reimbursed per reciepts.
Airfare (if needed) at most reasonable rate, reimbursed per receipts.
Fuel reimbursement for rental car use only per receipts (not for personal vehicle use)
Certificate of Insurance (COI): A current COI must be uploaded to your profile before starting any project. This is essential for compliance with our insurance policy and to protect all parties involved. The minimum coverage required is $1,000,000 in General Liability. If you do not have or do not wish to obtain the necessary insurance at this time, a deduction of 5% will be included from your billable time each week. Please obtain your COI through the following process if you don't have a current COI already:
Visit Hiscox Insurance.
Enter your Zip Code to specify your state.
Select/Type the nature of your work, for example, "Controls Systems Integration/Automation."
Indicate the structure of your business (Corporation, LLC, etc.). You can select 'Other' if you don't yet have a company started.
Choose the date for your coverage to start.
Ensure you select a minimum of $1,000,000 General Liability Coverage.
Complete the Business Basics fields and follow the prompts to receive your quote.
Remember, quotes from Hiscox are valid for 30 days, and they offer assistance via chat and phone round the clock.
Timesheets and Expense Reports: These must be submitted by 9 AM on Monday mornings. Adherence to this deadline is crucial for maintaining our commitment to clients and for the timely processing of invoices. Please note the following late fee policy:
A late submission beyond the deadline will incur a fee.
Starting from Tuesday, a $100 late fee will be applied.
An additional $50 fee will be charged for each day beyond the initial late period.
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Sugar refining and confectionery automation careers span crystallization process control and high-speed candy production lines. Process engineers earn $75K-$148K. Real companies: Domino Sugar, Mars Wrigley, Hershey, American Crystal Sugar.
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Allen Bradley / Rockwell2002 – Henneke - BMW E53 small parts foaming stations. Complete mechanical, electrical and software design to improve the operation for the loading and unloading of 4 x small part stations for small part foaming on a robot foaming line. This required a new design concept from original design due to unreliability problems. 2003 - Mecanizados - BMW E53 and Saturn LS Vac forming Line Design and build a system that would monitor and control the preheat temperature of vinyl sheeting prior to vac forming (laminating) door panels. The new system used a matrix of temperature sensors on the upper and lower heater banks with the temperature control from Siemens HS724 controllers. The system was controlled from an AB SLC504 PLC and the data was captured to a PC based system running RSView32. Microsoft Excel was used as a way to display the vinyl temperature distribution in reatime mode. 2003 – Frimo - BMW Z4 Foaming Station. Modification to the Z4 foaming station to accommodate BMW E53 foaming tools. This would allow a backup for the E53 foaming process should there be a failure on the E53 foaming line. This required electrical redesign, as well as the writing of extensive software routines, including AB SLC505 PLC and HMI programming. 2004 - 400T Ona Vertical Press (X2) – BMW X5 / X6 door panel lower carrier manufacture. Redesign of safety circuits, including safety gates, safety posts and estop circuits. Redesign of electrical controls, machine interface and PLC software program to improve press cycle and machine reliability. 2008 – BMW E70 /E71 New Glovebox Design. Design and build test station for testing operational integrity of the new glovebox design. The tests included opening time, closing force and interior lamp operation. The installation was built into an X5 body in white, with a permanently mount IP. The glovebox on test was installed in the IP to reproduce the correct environment for testing. The control and operation of the Glovebox was through an AB SLC 504 PLC and data captured was transferred to a PC system and stored. The PC would display in realtime data from each cycle and display it in an Excel spreadsheet as a graph. Tolerances were set to monitor repeatability performance as well deviations. Total cycle count was also monitored. To confirm operation over extended operating cycles. Due to the success of the Glovebox testing the system was upgraded to include opening forces for the sunshade option as well as centre console lid operation. 2010 – Henneke - BMW E70 /E71 & VW411 IP Foaming Line Process. Redesign of the existing BMW E70 / E71 IP foaming line process to integrate it with VW411 foaming line process. This involved the design of the VW411 foaming line process as a stand alone system and then integrating the E70 / E71 IP foaming process into it. This integration involved 2 robots, 2 wet systems and 6 foaming stations. Each foaming station was controlled from a Siemens S7 300 series PLC, as was the VW411 wet system. The BMW E70 / E71 wet system was run from an AB SLC 505 system. Of the 2 robots, one had a single mixhead that was used for the BMW foaming process and the second robot had dual mixhead capability which allowed for the BMW or VW foaming process. It was also necessary to allow, where possible, the ability to run either BMW E70 tooling or VW411 tooling at specific stations. All systems were run on a common Profibus network. A SCADA system was developed to capture all necessary process data from each station for traceability purposes. All process data was displayed on a PC based HMI system running RSView32, allowing BMW & VW data to be available in real time.Good-to-Have
FanucI have experience supporting industrial automation and robotics-related projects involving automated production systems, control integration, PLC communication, and commissioning activities in manufacturing environments. My background combines PLC programming, automation engineering, instrumentation, and industrial process control, which allowed me to work alongside robotic and automated systems used in production operations. I have worked extensively with automation systems integrating: PLC-controlled production equipment Motor control and VSD systems Sensors and industrial instrumentation Automated sequences and interlocks HMI/SCADA monitoring systems Industrial communication networks In manufacturing environments, I supported troubleshooting, commissioning, optimization, and automation improvements for systems operating with robotic and automated machinery. My role included: PLC logic development and modifications Signal validation and I/O testing Fault diagnostics and downtime reduction Equipment startup and commissioning Production automation support Electrical and control system troubleshooting Coordination with operations and maintenance teams I also have strong experience integrating automated equipment with: Siemens PLC systems Allen-Bradley / Rockwell systems HMI and SCADA platforms Ethernet/IP and Profinet communication networks One of my key strengths is quickly understanding automated production processes and supporting reliable machine operation through structured troubleshooting and control system optimization. I have successfully supported commissioning and operational improvements in industrial manufacturing environments where automation reliability and uptime were critical. In addition to technical implementation, I have managed automation project activities including: Functional analysis Technical documentation FAT/SAT execution Site supervision Contractor coordination Client communication and reporting My strong field experience, hands-on troubleshooting ability, and understanding of industrial automation systems enable me to work effectively with robotic production environments and multidisciplinary engineering teams. I am comfortable supporting projects remotely or on-site and can adapt quickly to customer standards, production requirements, and new automation technologies including robotic systems such as FANUC-integrated environments.Good-to-Have
KeyenceFor Vision, Sensing & Inspection Systems: Keyence Vision System Integration – IV / XG / CV Series Keyence Vision Sensor Setup – IV2 / IV3 Series Keyence Lighting & Lens Selection for Vision Keyence Smart Camera Calibration & Configuration OCR/OCV and Pattern Matching with Keyence Vision Keyence Vision System with PLC Interface Keyence 3D Laser Profiling – LJ-V / LJ-X8000 Series For Sensors & Safety Devices: Keyence Photoelectric Sensor Integration – PZ / PR Series Keyence Laser Displacement Sensor Setup – IL / LK Series Keyence Area Scanner Integration – SZ / SZ-V Series Keyence Light Curtain Setup – GL-R / SL-V Series Keyence Safety Interlock Device Wiring Keyence Sensor I/O Mapping to PLC Panels For Marking & Measurement (if applicable): Keyence Laser Marker Setup – MD Series Keyence Measurement Systems – IM / TM Series Keyence Barcode Reader Integration – SR SeriesGood-to-Have
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