W — Controls Engineer
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developed machine control systems on time and within budget for 54 years
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WINTHROP BRUCE JOHNSON Home: Cell: Mesa, AZ 85210 Email: OBJECTIVE: To utilize my experience as an asset in the performance of job duties and assignments QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in technical design, development and motivational leadership with proven ability to win cooperation with expertise in: Management of Control Personal. Design and technical analysis. Research and development. Creative engineering and problem solving. Direct technical sales presentation. Customer service and relations. ACHIEVEMENTS: Engineered the controls systems for several hundred pieces of machinery, each ranging in cost from $250,000 to over $2 million. Engineered and implemented the Electrical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Lubrication, and Coolant Systems required for control of these machines. Managed the Controls Engineering Department, for Standard Tool and Manufacturing This department was responsible for all the control systems required to control special purpose dedicated machines. Introduced and implemented the concepts of programmable motion: to Standard Tool. Established the justification through research and cost analysis that resulted in a more flexible and salable system for Standard Tool and Manufacturing. Developed individual training and education programs: For the engineering staff at Standard Tool and Manufacturing. This resulted in a more confident and better trained engineering department. Instituted and maintained IOS 9001-2000 into Rural Electric Inc EXPERIENCE: CONRTOLS ENGINEERING Inc 2017-2019 Senior Controls Engineer Consulting Controls Engineering RURAL ELECTRIC Inc. 2002-2016 Controls Engineer Design and implement Airport lighting control systems. This includes the quoting, specifying, programming, implementation, and integration of the PLC system and HMI Touch screen controls. Developing manuals and training of airport personnel in the usage of the system. Developed Excel spreadsheets for the pricing of "Airfield Lighting Control Systems" some systems required SCADA programming to Report system status and problems. CONRTOLS ENGINEERING Inc 2001-2002 Senior Controls Engineer Consulting Controls Engineering SPECIAL DEVICES INCORPORATED 1991-2001 Senior Controls Engineer Responsible for proper functioning of all control systems for the production machinery at this facility. The design, or purchase and installation of enhancements to existing systems. The specifications and acceptance on new systems for integration into the manufacturing process. This includes the specifying, programming, implementation, and integration of Allen Bradley PLCs and SLCs throughout this explosives production plant. Also responsible for specifying, programming, and installation of a variety of HMI's, servo, variable frequency and stepper drives, along with their respective motors CONTROL LOGIC INCORPORATED 1991-1991 Controls Engineer Responsible for design and implementation of all control systems. Cordination of system schedules and budgets. Training, field installations and customer relations. AUTOMATED SOLUTIONS INCORPORATED 1988-1991 Senior Controls Engineer Responsible for design and implementation of all control system Coordination of machine schedules and budgets. Field installation, and customer relations STANDARD TOOL AND MANUFACTURING COMPANY 1981-1988 Manager Controls Engineering Responsible for supervising and training controls engineering personnel Coordidnate Schedules, Seting budgets and Engineering Time Lines Worked with the sales department to develop sales quotes KINGSBURY MACHINE TOOL CORPORATION 1965-1981 Controls Liaison Engineer Responsible for the installation of systems required to control the machinery Directed the machine checkout and insured the proper documentation of all engineering before the shipment of the machinery Field service after shipment. Senior Design Project Engineer Responsible for the design and implementation of all the control systems required (Electrical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Lubrication and Coolant) for the machinery. Managed a staff, consisting of four core engineers and Interfaced with the Field Service department in solving problems. EDUCATION: BS Equivalency based on the following: Associate degree Wentworth Institute of Technology: Electrical Engineer- Power Option DeVry Institute: Electronic Operations Technology and Computer Control Digital Equipment Solid State Industrial Control SME CNC Technology Various schooling for Programmable Logic Controllers Vickers Hydraulic Design School Trabon Lubrication School Organizational Development Services courses: Leading and Motivating People Improving the Performance of Work Groups Essential Communication Skills Organizing and Controlling Time Improving Individual Employee Performance Productive Management Techniques 53+ Years of Experience in control systems design, assembly, installation, training and system integration COMPUTER: Proficient with MS Office, Visio, programming software of several PLC's and Beijer HMI's
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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 W do?
- W is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is W located?
- W is based in Mesa, Arizona.
- What does W specialize in?
- W works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell and WAGO as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. W's skilled trades: CNC.
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