Daniel — Controls Engineer
Daniel
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About Me
Engineer focused and committed to customer service, with more than 20 years of experience in the Oil and Gas industry
Mr Pernía is highly qualified to install, commission, debug, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC and PLC programming, smart transmitters, and communication systems. Expert in the fields of computing, PLC integration, SCADA, Process Control, Fire and Gas Detection Systems, Emergency Shutdown, and control valves. Coordination and execution of Interlock test, Control Loop Test, configuration and programming on Functional blocks, Ladder Logic, cascade control strategies. Configuration of communication of third party equipment via serial interface. Coordination and execution of FAT/SAT tests. Participation on Risk Analysis session during projects developments (HAZOP and What If). Knowledge of International Standards. Development and interpretation of documents and engineering drawings associated with Instrumentation and Control, P & IDs, control narratives, cause-effect diagrams, functional logic diagrams, list of instruments, list of signals, loop diagrams, connection diagrams, instrumentation route plans, data sheets, list of cables and conduits, list of materials, installation details, control architecture and others. Knowledge of engineering technical specifications for process design. Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills, builds teams, manages staff and contractors, and maintains customer relations.
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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 Daniel do?
- Daniel is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Daniel located?
- Daniel is based in Spring, Texas.
- What does Daniel specialize in?
- Daniel works with Autodesk, Allen Bradley / Rockwell, GE, Honeywell, Siemens as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Is Daniel available for work?
- Availability unknown. Daniel has not marked it recently.
- How do I connect with or hire Daniel?
- Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Daniel can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.













