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Jerry — Controls Engineer

Jerry

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Jerry, Controls Engineer — Automate America
Jerry
Professional
Contractor #1031
Primary Occupation
Controls Engineer
Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia

Pay Rates

34
Years Exp

Industries Served

Languages

Will Work

Eligibility

✓US citizen

Work History on Automate America

4Skills
3Experience
9yrsOn Platform

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Achievements

2
Tenure Platinum5 years with us
Tenure Platinum

Tenure

platinum
Profile BronzeA score of 40
Profile Bronze

Profile

bronze

Programming Skills (4)

About Me

Excellent equipment and process troubleshooting skills. Strong electrical, mechanical and electronics background with experience in Hydraulic, Pneumatic, AC/DC Motor Controls, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi and Siemens PLC’s. Effective and experienced with a strong reputation for being a team player and dependable.

Skilled Trades (2)

design of small – automated equipment
equipment kaizen methods

Software Competencies (3)

AutoCAD
Microsoft Office
Siemens TIA

Professional Competencies (1)

Certificate of Completion: Framework Vision System Training October 1998. OSHA Compliance Course November 1998. Rockwell Automation Advanced Programming SLC 500 October 1999.

Applications (10)

Work Experience(3)

TA Automation
Controls Engineer · Sep 2017 – Present
Active

Control Engineer 2005 – Present Responsible for equipment integration designs on existing and new automotive product lines. This consisted of estimating capital cost for OTC Robots, electrical integrations and plc controllers. Design of electrical controls using AutoCAD and PLC programming. Electrical interface consist of implementing safety controls, human interface and fixture/part identification, between OTC robots and Allen Bradley plc. Other responsibilities included troubleshooting of all major equipment failures. This consisted of diagnosing and repairing electronic/electrical failures to mechanical press equipment, automatic feed lines, resistance welders and automated production lines. Cost reductions by troubleshooting and preventing equipment failures and enhancing equipment cycle times.

SWM-GA, Dalton GA
Maintenance Supervisor · Jan 2002 – May 2005

Maintenance Supervisor 2002 – 2005 Responsible for all maintenance functions required for supporting production, Engineering and facilities repair. Responsibilities included overseeing a maintenance crew of ten, ordering of all maintenance repair parts and production supplies.

Gill Manufacturing, Trenton GA
Process Engineer · Aug 1998 – Dec 2001

Process Engineer 1998 – 2002 Responsible for new automotive productions launches. This accounted for estimating the capital equipment cost, operator requirements to meet customer required cycle times, and new equipment design concept, capability approval, and facility process flow plan to meet lean manufacturing techniques. Implemented cost reductions by troubleshooting and preventing equipment failures and enhancing equipment cycle times.

Education / Training / Certificates(1)

Diplomia in Industrial Electronics
Northwestern Institute Rock Springs GA · Consumer Electronics, 1983

Programming Micro Processors

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Controls Engineer do?
A Controls Engineer designs, programs, and maintains automated control systems including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial robots. They work in manufacturing, automotive, and process industries to optimize production and ensure system reliability.
What certifications do Controls Engineers need?
Common certifications include Rockwell Automation Certified Professional, Siemens Certified Professional, FANUC Robot certifications, ABB Robot Programming certifications, and TIA Portal certifications. Industry experience is often valued as highly as certifications.
How do I hire a Controls Engineer?
On Automate America, you can search for Controls Engineers by skill, location, and availability. Post a contract with your requirements, review applicant profiles and certifications, then connect directly or use White Glove managed services.
What does Jerry do?
Jerry is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Jerry located?
Jerry is based in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia.
What does Jerry specialize in?
Jerry works with Autodesk, OTC DAIHEN, Mitsubishi and Allen Bradley / Rockwell as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Jerry's skilled trades: design of small – automated equipment and equipment kaizen methods.
Is Jerry available for work?
Availability unknown. Jerry has not marked it recently.
How do I connect with or hire Jerry?
Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Jerry can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.