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.

José is a PLC Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.

Where is José located?

José is based in Porto Alegre, RS.

What does José specialize in?

José works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Bosch, Zenon and B&R as a PLC Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. José's skilled trades: Software, Support, Electrician and Electronics Repair.

How do I connect with or hire José?

Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. José can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

José — PLC Programmer

José, PLC Programmer in Porto Alegre, RS, works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Bosch, Zenon and B&R. Public rate $60 an hour.

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José

Contractor #16364

Primary Occupation

PLC Programmer

Porto Alegre, RS

years of experience

#16364

Pay Rates

Industries Served

PackagingIndustrial AutomationElectronicsCustomer Service IndustryMachining

Languages

English

Conversational

Portuguese

Conversational

Spanish.

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 work visa

Work History on Automate America

8yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Background checkPhoto IDResume

Programming Skills 4

Allen Bradley / Rockwell

RSLogix, RSLogix 5000, Contrologix, FactoryTalk View, Studio 5000, RSLinx, Panelview, RSView Studio, RSLogix 500, PLC-5

12 yrs★★★★☆

comissioning,exchange signals,debugging software. Some projects with Allen Bradley: *Comissioning and startup,kisters shrink packer and conveyor with Control Logix 5000 and Factory Talk hmi(Heineken – Ponta Grossa/Brasil). *Conveyor programming with Control Logix 5000,OGD motors from Danfoss,frequency converter FC 302.Network between machines,Ethernet IP (Producer and Consumer) (Ambev - Agudos/SP - Brasil) *Support and programming,improvement of the process area with RS Logix 500,RS Logix 5,RS…

Zenon

7 yrs★★★☆☆

Seven years experience working and supporting different kind of machines with Zenon hmi. Adjusting,creating new functions and parameters!

Bosch

Indra Control L, Indra Control M

5 yrs★★★☆☆

Problem solving,search faults and parameters. Five years experience,working with machines with Rexroth drives. Visual Motion V11 and V8,to search faults and problem solving in the PPC CPU.

B&R

5 yrs★★★☆☆

Experience with B&R PC and PLC apllication. Software debugging and problem solving.

Tenure

platinum

Profile

bronze

About Me

I really love my job,always interested to do my best and learn more about automation and networks!

Skilled Trades 4

Software

★★★★☆

Support

★★★★☆

Electrician

★★★★☆

Eletronic,automation and electric specialist. Specialist in electrical connections,electrical diagrams: Corrections in the electrical connections and in the electrical diagram!

Electronics Repair

★★★★☆

Software Competencies 7

Allen Bradley Cotrollogix

FactoryTalk Studio

Microsoft Office

Siemens S7

step 7

VMWare

Windows

Professional Competencies 8

Customer Service

★★★★☆

Ethernet Networks

★★★★☆

maintenance

★★★★☆

PLC Programming

★★★★☆

Experienced programmer using different systems and networks: Siemens:S7-400,S7-300,S7-1200,S7-1500.Networks:Profinet,Profibuss DP,MPI,ethernet ip.HMI:Wincc Flexible,Protool. Allen Bradley:RS Logix 5,RS Logix 500,RS Logix 5000,Control Logix.Networks:Device net,ethernet IP.HMI:Panel Builder,Factory Talk.

Problem Solving

★★★★★

Experience with automation,electric and eletronics repair! PLC,networks,sensors,motors,servo motors and electrical commands. Technical assistance for customers in different continents!

startup and commissioning

★★★★☆

Startup and comissioning using PLC,networks,hmi,sensors,motors,servo motors.

support and training

★★★★☆

Experienced programmer and eletronic specialist,supporting customer in automated production lines. Training for operators and maintenance staff in different systems and machines.

troubleshooting

★★★★☆

Applications 9

Automation

★★★★☆

Commissioning

★★★★☆

Conveyors

★★★★☆

Automation and eletronic specialist in conveyors. Software programming with Siemens and Rockwell with networks: Profinet,Profibuss,ethernet IP,Device Net... Motors with frequency converters Danfoss,WEG.

Field service

★★★★☆

HMI

★★★★☆

Industrial Network

★★★★☆

Packaging

★★★★☆

Servo Drives

★★★★☆

software maintenance

★★★★☆

Tools, Machines & Equipment 7

ConveyorslevelAutomatized machinesBasic Hand ToolsBasic Electrical ToolsDigital MultimeterComputer

1 reference on filePeer references

Work Experience3

PLC Programmer

KHS GMBH

Dec 2012 – Present

Programmer responsible for startup, commissioning,upgrades and technical assistance of machines. Startup and commissioning of three different kind of shrink packers (with tray and with carton,infeed with loose product and packs),S-7 400 interface Profinet.(CCU -Santiago/Chile). • KHS/Kisters shrink packer upgrade to S-7 400 with Simotion,main cabinet replaced.(Coca-Cola Solar – Varzea Grande/Brasil). • Support for customer maintenance in the filling lines,S7-400 and Zenom hmi.(Paulaner – Munich/Germany). • Instalation,commissioning and startup of conveyor,S-7 400 interface profinet.(CCU –Temuco/Chile). • Support and training for customer maintenance and operators,Sniffer inspector for pet bottles,S-7 400 with profibus internal peripherie,external connection through Put and Get.(Coca-Cola Monresa – Montevideu/Uruguai). • Comissioning and startup of Kisters machine,Tia Portal interface with DP Coupler.(Coca-Cola –Porto Alegre/Brasil). • Comissioning and startup kisters shrink packer with Control Logix 5000 and conveyor,communication between machines (producer-consumer),Factory Talk hmi.(Heineken – Ponta Grossa/Brasil) Support for customer in 3 production lines,Control Logix 5000 and Factory Talk hmi. Heineken-Ponta Grossa/Brasil.

PLC Programmer

Sidel

Apr 2009 – Nov 2012

Comissioning,programming,upgrade and control for automatized conveyors. *Conveyor programming with OGD motors (Danfoss),vlt FC302,Control Logix 5000 and Factory Talk hmi ( Ambev-Agudos/Brasil) *Programming conveyors with Step 7,Wincc hmi (Indaia-Paraiba/Brasil).

Maintenance Technician

Ambev

Dec 2004 – Mar 2009

Support,improvement and technical assistance in the filling lines,process areas,water treatment station. Maintenance and support in different machines,Control Logix 5000,Step 5,Step 7,Asi network,Profibuss,ethernet Ip,motors,servo drives,frequency converters,sensors and instrumentation.

Education / Training / Certificates2

Controls Engineer Certification

ulbra · Control Systems

2009

Automation Technician

Senai · Automation

2003

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 José do?: José is a PLC Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is José located?: José is based in Porto Alegre, RS.
What does José specialize in?: José works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Bosch, Zenon and B&R as a PLC Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. José's skilled trades: Software, Support, Electrician and Electronics Repair.
How do I connect with or hire José?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. José can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

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