🏗️ Construction🏭 PLC Automation🏭 Industrial Automation🤖 Robotics🏭 Controls/Automation🏭 Energy
Languages
English
Conversational
German
Conversational
Service Radius & Travel
International
Work Preferences
✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles
✓Emergency Contracts
✓Work Saturdays
✓Work Sundays
✓Valid Passport
✓Willing to Relocate
Eligibility
✓US citizen
Work History on Automate America
9yrsOn Platform
Documents on File
✓Resume — on file
Programming Skills 2
Allen Bradley / Rockwell
RSLogix 5000
2 yrs★★★★☆
Siemens
TIA Portal, S7
2 yrs★★★☆☆
Worked on electrical design.
Achievements
2
Tenure Platinum5 years with us
Tenure
platinum
Profile BronzeA score of 40
Profile
bronze
About Me
I have an energetic personality and am excited about doing what I do. My leadership experience can get people motivated and I can communicate difficult topics to an easy, digestible format.
Skilled Trades 3
Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Robot Maintenance
Six Sigma Green Belt
Software Competencies 1
Microsoft Office
Professional Competencies 2
Leadership
Supplemental instruction
Applications 6
Automation
Design
Engineering
Palletizing
Robotics
Safety Systems
Tools, Machines & Equipment 1
Computer
Work Experience4
Controls Engineer
JR Automation
Aug 2015 – Aug 2017
Oversaw design and programming of $7M of automation equipment for Mercedes Benz. Including 13 robots, 10 welders, 2 turntables, 7 tool changers, 15 safety systems, 2 PLCs and 3 HMIs.
Planned electrical layout for robotic drilling application on 7th axis with roll door and vacuum suction for Mack Trucks.
Integrated pneumatics in a $1.5M robotic cell for BMW, including 300 vacuum cups and 22 cylinders.
Designed 5 mechanical grippers and electrical layout for a palletizing robot for GKN.
Interviewed 12 candidates for electrical engineering COOP positions at JR Automation.
Eliminated 3 weeks of wasted time by establishing 35-page training packet for new hires.
Programmed high precision Keyence lasers to measure a thousandth of an inch for toggle switches in airplanes.
Retrofitted outdated TSTech robot to spot weld a bracket to car seat on 7-week deadline.
Project Team Lead
BMW
Jan 2015 – May 2015
Worked with COVO robots on a BMW-sponsored project. Developed imagine processing.
Duke Energy
Clemson University
Education / Training / Certificates1
Mechanical Engineering
Clemson University · Mechanical Engineering
4
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 Amanda do?
Amanda is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Amanda located?
Amanda is based in Piedmont, SC.
What does Amanda specialize in?
Amanda works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell and Siemens as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Amanda's skilled trades: Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Robot Maintenance and Six Sigma Green Belt.
How do I connect with or hire Amanda?
Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Amanda can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.
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