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Languages
English
Conversational
Service Radius & Travel
International
Work Preferences
✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles
✓Emergency Contracts
✓Work Nights & Afternoons
✓Work Saturdays
✓Work Sundays
✓Valid Passport
✓Willing to Relocate
Eligibility
✓US citizen
Work History on Automate America
2Completed
5Timesheets
5Expenses
5★Avg Rating
9yrsOn Platform
Documents on File
✓Photo ID — on file✓Resume — on file✓Certificate of insurance — on file
Achievements
5
Profile DiamondA score of 100Earned: Jun 2026
Profile
diamond
Tenure Platinum5 years with us
Tenure
platinum
Earnings BronzeReached the Bronze level — the amount stays private.
Earnings
bronze
Hours Bronze100 approved hours
Hours
bronze
Skills Bronze5 skills listed
Skills
bronze
Programming Skills 7
Siemens
TIA Portal, WINCC, Simatic, S7-1500
6 yrs★★★★★
Cognex
In-Sight, Checker Vision Systems, Dataman 8600
6 yrs★★★★★
Staubli
CS8, Val3
6 yrs★★★★☆
Allen Bradley / Rockwell
CompactLogix, Panelview, RSLinx, Studio 5000, GuardLogix, PowerFlex AC Drives
6 yrs★★★★☆
Keyence
LR-Z Sensor, IV500, IV, IV2, MD Laser Markers
5 yrs★★★★☆
Profinet
★★☆☆☆
Schneider Electric
PacDrive, SoMachine
1 yr★☆☆☆☆
About Me
Driven, committed Controls Programmer. Well versed in PLC, vision, and robot programming. Experience with extended duration travel to customer sites, foreign and domestic. B.S. Mechanical Engineering.
Software Competencies 2
Panelview
Siemens TIA Portal
Professional Competencies 1
PLC Programming
★★★★☆
Applications 6
Guidance
★★☆☆☆
Installation
★★☆☆☆
PLC Programming
★★★★☆
Robot Integration
★★★☆☆
Vision
★★★★☆
Vision Guided Robotics
★★★☆☆
Customer Reviews★ 5.03
Anonymous Customer
5 of 5 stars★★★★★Oct 2022
Zeph was a great help last minute jumping in to help reprogram our Staubli Robot. Will definitely use him again when the need comes up.
Anonymous Customer
5 of 5 stars★★★★★Sep 2021
Zeph has been absolutely great to work with. My team and the customer had nothing but good things to say about Zeph. Thank you very much for your hard work and professionalism.
Adam
Icon Automation LLC
5 of 5 stars★★★★★Sep 2021
I could not have been more pleased with Zeph's work. Hopefully we can work together on another project.
Work Experience1
PLC Programmer
Lanco Integrated
May 2015 – Jun 2021
Education / Training / Certificates1
B. S. Mechanical Engineering
University of Maine · Mechanical Engineering
2015
What is a PLC Programmer?
A PLC Programmer writes and maintains code for Programmable Logic Controllers that automate industrial machinery. They use programming languages like ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagrams to control manufacturing processes.
What PLC brands are most in demand?
The most sought-after PLC brands are Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation), Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron, and Schneider Electric. Allen-Bradley and Siemens dominate the North American market, while Mitsubishi and Omron are common in automotive applications.
How do I become a PLC Programmer?
Start with an electrical engineering, automation, or mechatronics degree. Gain hands-on experience with common PLC brands through internships or entry-level positions. Earn manufacturer certifications like Rockwell Level 1-4 or Siemens Certified Professional. Build a portfolio of successful projects.
What does Zeph do?
Zeph is a PLC Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Zeph located?
Zeph is based in Austin, TX.
What does Zeph specialize in?
Zeph works with Siemens, Cognex, Keyence, Staubli and Allen Bradley / Rockwell as a PLC Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
How do I connect with or hire Zeph?
Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Zeph can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.
