Chathura — Controls Engineer
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Programming Skills (13)
Allen Bradley PLCs: ControlLogix (Logix5561TM), PLC 5, SLC™ 500; RSLogix 5000; VFDs: PowerFlex700 Drive; Ultra3000 Servo Drives; HMI: PanelView Plus; FactoryTalk View ME
Schneider Electric SCADAPack rPACs: 300E/500E Series; SCADAPack E Configurator, SCADAPack Workbench
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Skilled Trades (4)
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Applications (17)
Work Experience(4)
Support designing Automotive Body-in-White assembly line electrical/control systems Use AutoCAD to design panel layouts, electrical schematics and wiring diagrams PLC hardware configuration and programing (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Blocks); Siemens S7-1500 PLCs – TIA Portal; Siemens S7-300 PLCs – Step7 HMI programing and SCADA System design Project commissioning and troubleshooting Industrial Robot programing Create supplier Scope of Work. RFQs, technical evaluation of quotes Manage suppliers during equipment installations, electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic/fluid plumbing and buyoffs
Designed and built Microgrid Controls and Solar Monitoring Systems Used AutoCAD to design panel layouts, electrical schematics and wiring diagrams PLC/rPAC configuration/programing (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Blocks) and hardware integration; Schneider Electric PLCs/rPACs SCADA system design and database configuration - Ignition SCADA Created BOMs, POs, Installation Manuals and Testing Documents Project commissioning, and troubleshooting
Education / Training / Certificates(2)
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 Chathura do?
- Chathura is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Chathura located?
- Chathura is based in Ladson, South Carolina.
- What does Chathura specialize in?
- Chathura works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Schneider Electric, Adept, Cognex and KUKA as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Chathura's skilled trades: Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, AutoCAD Design and PLC Programming.
- Is Chathura available for work?
- Availability unknown. Chathura has not marked it recently.
- How do I connect with or hire Chathura?
- Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Chathura can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.
















