Christopher — Controls Engineer
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*Write, Read, and modify PLC logic using Allen Bradley Controllers and software RSLogicx 5000. *Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI & Panel Builder Software. *Write, Read, and modify PLC logic using Allen Bradley Controllers and software RSLogicx 500 & 5000 & Automax PLC and software * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI using Factory Talk View software
*Overview of Position: Worked in the Technical assistance center assisting numerous customers on a daily basis with PLC, HMI, Ethernet and other Automation related issues. * Assisted with the debugging and troubleshooting of programs written in GX works 2 (Mitsubishi software for their PLC's) & GT works 3 (Mitsubishi software for HMI's) and any other issues costumers had. * •Help write programs for Mitsubishi PLC's and HMI's using GX Works 2 and GT Designer * •Interfacing Electrical Equipment such as PLC's, HMI, Drives, and etc. * •Wiring and Testing Electric Equipment such wire PLC to different modules to add to the PLC's capability, VFD and motors, HMI's and etc. * •Help assist customers with any problem face with Mitsubishi Automation Equipment focusing mostly on PLC's and HMI's * •Help customers write programs for Mitsubishi Automation products using Mitsubishi dedicated software suit IQ-Works mainly focusing on PLC Ladder Logic & HMI * •Worked in the Technical Assistance Center helping customers who were having problems with Mitsubishi equipment.
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Responsible for maintaining, debugging, and writing PLC code to ensure and efficient production. Analyze the production process and recommend ways to improve or prevent further issues. Work with and lead a group of technicians in identifying, solving, or refining and maintenance related issues.
Field Engineer provides technical and remote support management and training as required.
As Plant Engineer my main focus is developing and furthering control needs along the plant as well as any hydraulic, electrical or mechanical issues that arise. I work closely with both engineering and maintenance to ensure properly functionally of all machines as well as cut the down time. Read and understand Electrical drawings and schematics. Ensure Production is never interrupted by taking lead and working with to fix and prevent any ongoing issues no matter if they are mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrical.
Responsible for installing new Horizontal Machining Centers, Vertical Machining Centers, and Cylindrical Grinding Machines. Analyzes findings to determine source of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and application issues, coordinates problem resolution, and recommends repair, replacement, and/or other corrective action for Toyodas complete line of CNC VMCs, HMCs, and Cylindrical Grinders
Responsible for installing new Horizontal Machining Centers, Vertical Machining Centers, and Cylindrical Grinding Machines. Analyzes findings to determine source of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and application issues, coordinates problem resolution, and recommends repair, replacement, and/or other corrective action for Toyodas complete line of CNC VMCs, HMCs, and Cylindrical Grinders. Knowledge of leveling, checking, and adjusting the geometry of CNC machinery.
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Overview of Position: Worked in the Technical assistance center assisting numerous customers on a daily basis with PLC, HMI, Ethernet and other Automation related issues. * Assisted with the debugging and troubleshooting of programs written in GX works 2 (Mitsubishi software for their PLCs) & GT works 3 (Mitsubishi software for HMIs) and any other issues costumers had. * •Help write programs for Mitsubishi PLC's and HMI's using GX Works 2 and GT Designer * •Interfacing Electrical Equipment such as PLC's, HMI, Drives, and etc. * •Wiring and Testing Electric Equipment such wire PLC to different modules to add to the PLC's capability, VFD and motors, HMI's and etc. * •Help assist customers with any problem face with Mitsubishi Automation Equipment focusing mostly on PLC's and HMI's * •Help customers write programs for Mitsubishi Automation products using Mitsubishi dedicated software suit IQ-Works mainly focusing on PLC Ladder Logic & HMI * •Worked in the Technical Assistance Center helping customers who were having problems with Mitsubishi equipment
at Lear Corp; to write, maintaining, and debugging PLC ensuring and efficient production, quality, and safety in a high paced manufacturing environment. All while working closely with Production, Maintenance and Engineering to ensure manufacturing excellence in correlation with consumer needs. Assisted with the debugging and troubleshooting of programs written in GX works 2 (Mitsubishi software for their PLCs) & GT works 3 (Mitsubishi software for HMIs) and any other issues costumers had. Experience in a high paced industrial manufacturing environments, focused in maintaining a high quality of production. Specializing in the development, debugging, and troubleshooting industrial processes using a vast number of industrial software programs, focusing mostly with Allen Bradley PLC (RSLogix5000 500 & PLC 5) HMI (PanelBuilder32 & FactoryTalk) and RSLinx & RSNetworx.
Worked in the Technical assistance center assisting numerous customers on a daily basis with PLC, HMI, Ethernet and other Automation related issues. * Assisted with the debugging and troubleshooting of programs written in GX works 2 (Mitsubishi software for their PLCs) & GT works 3 (Mitsubishi software for HMIs) and any other issues costumers had. * •Help write programs for Mitsubishi PLCs and HMIs using GX Works 2 and GT Designer * •Interfacing Electrical Equipment such as PLCs, HMI, Drives, and etc. * •Wiring and Testing Electric Equipment such wire PLC to different modules to add to the PLCs capability, VFD and motors, HMIs and etc. * •Help assist customers with any problem face with Mitsubishi Automation Equipment focusing mostly on PLCs and HMIs * •Help customers write programs for Mitsubishi Automation products using Mitsubishi dedicated software suite IQ-Works mainly focusing on PLC Ladder Logic & HMI * •Worked in the Technical Assistance Center helping customers who were having problems with Mitsubishi equipment.
Read and understand Electrical drawings and schematics. Plasticade is a leading Blowing Molding and Injection Molding specialist focusing on manufacturing focusing on traffic safety and advertising needs. As Plant Engineer my main focus is developing and furthering control needs along the plant as well as any hydraulic, electrical or mechanical issues that arise. I work closely with both engineering and maintenance to ensure properly functionally of all machines as well as cut the down time. * Write, Read, and modify PLC logic using Allen Bradley Controllers and software RSLogicx 500 & 5000 & Automax PLC and software * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI using Factory Talk View software * Knowledge of Hydraulic Schematics and Principles * Knowledge of various Press from Milacron, Davis Standard and Graham Engineering * Read and understand Electrical drawings and schematics * Ability to work with and lead a team * Root Cause Analysis to identify ongoing problems and recommend solutions * Ensure Production is never interrupted by taking lead and working with to fix and prevent any ongoing issues no matter if they are mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrical * Complete various Projects as assigned in a timely and efficient matter
Help customers write programs for Mitsubishi Automation products using Mitsubishi dedicated software suit IQ-Works mainly focusing on PLC Ladder Logic & HMI.
Write, maintaining, and debugging PLC ensuring and efficient production, quality, and safety in a high paced manufacturing environment. All while working closely with Production, Maintenance and Engineering to ensure manufacturing excellence in correlation with consumer needs. Plasticade is a leading Blowing Molding and Injection Molding specialist focusing on manufacturing focusing on traffic safety and advertising needs. As Plant Engineer my main focus is developing and furthering control needs along the plant as well as any hydraulic, electrical or mechanical issues that arise. I work closely with both engineering and maintenance to ensure properly functionally of all machines as well as cut the down time. 5 Star Engineering is a leading engineering consulting firm focusing on electrical/mechanical design and engineering, control solutions, field service and maintenance, and turnkey project solutions. I work as an Electrical Engineer focus on tubing manufacturing industry. Tower Automotive Chicago is a leading global manufacturer of engineered automotive structural metal components with Ford being its biggest customer. Control Engineers are responsible for maintaining, debugging, and writing PLC code to ensure and efficient production. Analyze the production process and recommend ways to improve or prevent further issues. Work with and lead a group of technicians in identifying, solving, or refining and maintenance related issues
at Lear Corp; to write, maintaining, and debugging PLC ensuring and efficient production, quality, and safety in a high paced manufacturing environment. All while working closely with Production, Maintenance and Engineering to ensure manufacturing excellence in correlation with consumer needs. * Write, Read, and modify PLC logic using Allen Bradley Controllers and software RSLogicx 5000 & 500 * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI & Panel Builder Software * Read and understand Electrical drawings and schematics * Ability to work with and lead a team * Root Cause Analysis to identify ongoing problems and recommend solutions * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI & Panel Builder Software * Ensure Production is never interrupted by taking lead and working with a team of techs to fix and prevent any ongoing issues Plasticade is a leading Blowing Molding and Injection Molding specialist focusing on manufacturing focusing on traffic safety and advertising needs. As Plant Engineer my main focus is developing and furthering control needs along the plant as well as any hydraulic, electrical or mechanical issues that arise. I work closely with both engineering and maintenance to ensure properly functionally of all machines as well as cut the down time. * Write, Read, and modify PLC logic using Allen Bradley Controllers and software RSLogicx 500 & 5000 & Automax PLC and software * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI using Factory Talk View software * Knowledge of Hydraulic Schematics and Principles * Knowledge of various Press from Milacron, Davis Standard and Graham Engineering * Read and understand Electrical drawings and schematics * Ability to work with and lead a team * Root Cause Analysis to identify ongoing problems and recommend solutions * Ensure Production is never interrupted by taking lead and working with to fix and prevent any ongoing issues no matter if they are mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrical * Complete various Projects as assigned in a timely and efficient matter
Knowledge of motion control systems
Help customers write programs for Mitsubishi Automation products using Mitsubishi dedicated software suite IQ-Works mainly focusing on PLC Ladder Logic & HMI.
at Lear Corp; to write, maintaining, and debugging PLC ensuring and efficient production, quality, and safety in a high paced manufacturing environment. All while working closely with Production, Maintenance and Engineering to ensure manufacturing excellence in correlation with consumer needs. * Write, Read, and modify PLC logic using Allen Bradley Controllers and software RSLogicx 5000 & 500 * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI & Panel Builder Software * Read and understand Electrical drawings and schematics * Ability to work with and lead a team * Root Cause Analysis to identify ongoing problems and recommend solutions * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI & Panel Builder Software * Ensure Production is never interrupted by taking lead and working with a team of techs to fix and prevent any ongoing issues Plasticade is a leading Blowing Molding and Injection Molding specialist focusing on manufacturing focusing on traffic safety and advertising needs. As Plant Engineer my main focus is developing and furthering control needs along the plant as well as any hydraulic, electrical or mechanical issues that arise. I work closely with both engineering and maintenance to ensure properly functionally of all machines as well as cut the down time. * Write, Read, and modify PLC logic using Allen Bradley Controllers and software RSLogicx 500 & 5000 & Automax PLC and software * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI using Factory Talk View software * Knowledge of Hydraulic Schematics and Principles * Knowledge of various Press from Milacron, Davis Standard and Graham Engineering * Read and understand Electrical drawings and schematics * Ability to work with and lead a team * Root Cause Analysis to identify ongoing problems and recommend solutions * Ensure Production is never interrupted by taking lead and working with to fix and prevent any ongoing issues no matter if they are mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrical * Complete various Projects as assigned in a timely and efficient matter 5 Star Engineering is a leading engineering consulting firm focusing on electrical/mechanical design and engineering, control solutions, field service and maintenance, and turnkey project solutions. I work as an Electrical Engineer focus on tubing manufacturing industry. * Write, Read, and modify PLC logic using Allen Bradley Controllers and software RSLogicx 500 & 5000 & Automax PLC and software * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI using Factory Talk View software * Knowledge of different machine controllers associated with each press * Knowledge of various tubing mill equipment Guild Zip welders, Thermatool CMI HF Welders, Ajax Tocco Induction Systems, Unico Fly cutoff, Samco Bundler and other equipment * Read and understand Electrical drawings and schematics * Ability to work with and lead a team * Root Cause Analysis to identify ongoing problems and recommend solutions * Ensure Production is never interrupted by taking lead and working with to fix and prevent any ongoing issues * Complete various Projects as assigned in a timely and efficient matter
Tower Automotive Chicago is a leading global manufacturer of engineered automotive structural metal components with Ford being its biggest customer. Control Engineers are responsible for maintaining, debugging, and writing PLC code to ensure and efficient production. Analyze the production process and recommend ways to improve or prevent further issues. Work with and lead a group of technicians in identifying, solving, or refining and maintenance related issues. * Write, Read, and modify PLC logic using Allen Bradley Controllers and software RSLogicx 5000 * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI & Panel Builder Software * Install and troubleshoot Devices using Device Net software RSLinx and RSNetworx * Read and understand Electrical drawings and schematics * Ability to work with and lead a team * Root Cause Analysis to identify ongoing problems and recommend solutions * Ensure Production is never interrupted by taking lead and working with a team of techs to fix and prevent any ongoing issues * Complete different Work Orders as assigned in a timely matter
Assisted with the debugging and troubleshooting of programs written in GX works 2 (Mitsubishi software for their PLCs) & GT works 3 (Mitsubishi software for HMIs) and any other issues costumers had. Experience in a high paced industrial manufacturing environments, focused in maintaining a high quality of production. Specializing in the development, debugging, and troubleshooting industrial processes using a vast number of industrial software programs, focusing mostly with Allen Bradley PLC (RSLogix5000 500 & PLC 5) HMI (PanelBuilder32 & FactoryTalk) and RSLinx & RSNetworx.
Wiring and Testing Electric Equipment such wire PLC to different modules to add to the PLCs capability, VFD and motors, HMIs and etc.
Responsible for maintaining, debugging, and writing PLC code to ensure and efficient production. Analyze the production process and recommend ways to improve or prevent further issues. Work with and lead a group of technicians in identifying, solving, or refining and maintenance related issues.
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Worked in the Technical assistance center assisting numerous customers on a daily basis with PLC, HMI, Ethernet and other Automation related issues. Help assist customers with any problem face with Mitsubishi Automation Equipment focusing mostly on PLCs and HMIs. Help customers write programs for Mitsubishi Automation products using Mitsubishi dedicated software suit IQ-Works mainly focusing on PLC Ladder Logic & HMI.
Tower Automotive Chicago is a leading global manufacturer of engineered automotive structural metal components with Ford being its biggest customer. Control Engineers are responsible for maintaining, debugging, and writing PLC code to ensure and efficient production. Analyze the production process and recommend ways to improve or prevent further issues. Work with and lead a group of technicians in identifying, solving, or refining and maintenance related issues
Field Engineer provides technical and remote support management and training as required. Also is responsible for installing new Horizontal Machining Centers, Vertical Machining Centers, and Cylindrical Grinding Machines. Analyzes findings to determine source of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and application issues, coordinates problem resolution, and recommends repair, replacement, and/or other corrective action for Toyodas complete line of CNC VMCs, HMCs, and Cylindrical Grinders.
Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI & Panel Builder Software. Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI using Factory Talk View software. Worked in the Technical assistance center assisting numerous customers on a daily basis with PLC, HMI, Ethernet and other Automation related issues. Help write programs for Mitsubishi PLCs and HMIs using GX Works 2 and GT Designer. Wiring and Testing Electric Equipment such wire PLC to different modules to add to the PLCs capability, VFD and motors, HMIs and etc. Help assist customers with any problem face with Mitsubishi Automation Equipment focusing mostly on PLCs and HMIs Help customers write programs for Mitsubishi Automation products using Mitsubishi dedicated software suit IQ-Works mainly focusing on PLC Ladder Logic & HMI
Plasticade is a leading Blowing Molding and Injection Molding specialist focusing on manufacturing focusing on traffic safety and advertising needs. As Plant Engineer my main focus is developing and furthering control needs along the plant as well as any hydraulic, electrical or mechanical issues that arise. I work closely with both engineering and maintenance to ensure properly functionally of all machines as well as cut the down time.
Wiring and Testing Electric Equipment such wire PLC to different modules to add to the PLCs capability, VFD and motors, HMIs and etc.
Responsible for maintaining, debugging, and writing PLC code to ensure and efficient production. Analyze the production process and recommend ways to improve or prevent further issues. Work with and lead a group of technicians in identifying, solving, or refining and maintenance related issues.
Work Experience(7)
at Lear Corp; to write, maintaining, and debugging PLC ensuring and efficient production, quality, and safety in a high paced manufacturing environment. All while working closely with Production, Maintenance and Engineering to ensure manufacturing excellence in correlation with consumer needs. * Write, Read, and modify PLC logic using Allen Bradley Controllers and software RSLogicx 5000 & 500 * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI & Panel Builder Software * Read and understand Electrical drawings and schematics * Ability to work with and lead a team * Root Cause Analysis to identify ongoing problems and recommend solutions * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI & Panel Builder Software * Ensure Production is never interrupted by taking lead and working with a team of techs to fix and prevent any ongoing issues
Plasticade is a leading Blowing Molding and Injection Molding specialist focusing on manufacturing focusing on traffic safety and advertising needs. As Plant Engineer my main focus is developing and furthering control needs along the plant as well as any hydraulic, electrical or mechanical issues that arise. I work closely with both engineering and maintenance to ensure properly functionally of all machines as well as cut the down time. * Write, Read, and modify PLC logic using Allen Bradley Controllers and software RSLogicx 500 & 5000 & Automax PLC and software * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI using Factory Talk View software * Knowledge of Hydraulic Schematics and Principles * Knowledge of various Press' from Milacron, Davis Standard and Graham Engineering * Read and understand Electrical drawings and schematics * Ability to work with and lead a team * Root Cause Analysis to identify ongoing problems and recommend solutions * Ensure Production is never interrupted by taking lead and working with to fix and prevent any ongoing issues no matter if they are mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrical * Complete various Projects as assigned in a timely and efficient matter
5 Star Engineering is a leading engineering consulting firm focusing on electrical/mechanical design and engineering, control solutions, field service and maintenance, and turnkey project solutions. I work as an Electrical Engineer focus on tubing manufacturing industry. * Write, Read, and modify PLC logic using Allen Bradley Controllers and software RSLogicx 500 & 5000 & Automax PLC and software * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI using Factory Talk View software * Knowledge of different machine controllers associated with each press * Knowledge of various tubing mill equipment Guild Zip welders, Thermatool CMI HF Welders, Ajax Tocco Induction Systems, Unico Fly cutoff, Samco Bundler and other equipment * Read and understand Electrical drawings and schematics * Ability to work with and lead a team * Root Cause Analysis to identify ongoing problems and recommend solutions * Ensure Production is never interrupted by taking lead and working with to fix and prevent any ongoing issues * Complete various Projects as assigned in a timely and efficient matter
Tower Automotive Chicago is a leading global manufacturer of engineered automotive structural metal components with Ford being its biggest customer. Control Engineers are responsible for maintaining, debugging, and writing PLC code to ensure and efficient production. Analyze the production process and recommend ways to improve or prevent further issues. Work with and lead a group of technicians in identifying, solving, or refining and maintenance related issues. * Write, Read, and modify PLC logic using Allen Bradley Controllers and software RSLogicx 5000 * Knowledge of Allen Bradley HMI & Panel Builder Software * Install and troubleshoot Devices using Device Net software RSLinx and RSNetworx * Read and understand Electrical drawings and schematics * Ability to work with and lead a team * Root Cause Analysis to identify ongoing problems and recommend solutions * Ensure Production is never interrupted by taking lead and working with a team of techs to fix and prevent any ongoing issues * Complete different Work Orders as assigned in a timely matter
Field Engineer provides technical and remote support management and training as required. Also is responsible for installing new Horizontal Machining Centers, Vertical Machining Centers, and Cylindrical Grinding Machines. Analyzes findings to determine source of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and application issues, coordinates problem resolution, and recommends repair, replacement, and/or other corrective action for Toyoda's complete line of CNC VMCs, HMCs, and Cylindrical Grinders. Knowledge of leveling, checking, and adjusting the geometry of CNC machinery. * Ability to read and modify PLC logic * Knowledge of motion control systems * Attention to detail, self-motivation and organization * Impeccable verbal and written communication skills and the ability to relate to customer needs * Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and all aspects of the English language
*Overview of Position: Worked in the Technical assistance center assisting numerous customers on a daily basis with PLC, HMI, Ethernet and other Automation related issues. * Assisted with the debugging and troubleshooting of programs written in GX works 2 (Mitsubishi software for their PLC's) & GT works 3 (Mitsubishi software for HMI's) and any other issues costumers had. * •Help write programs for Mitsubishi PLC's and HMI's using GX Works 2 and GT Designer * •Interfacing Electrical Equipment such as PLC's, HMI, Drives, and etc. * •Wiring and Testing Electric Equipment such wire PLC to different modules to add to the PLC's capability, VFD and motors, HMI's and etc. * •Help assist customers with any problem face with Mitsubishi Automation Equipment focusing mostly on PLC's and HMI's * •Help customers write programs for Mitsubishi Automation products using Mitsubishi dedicated software suit IQ-Works mainly focusing on PLC Ladder Logic & HMI * •Worked in the Technical Assistance Center helping customers who were having problems with Mitsubishi equipment.
* •Placed orders and made sure restaurant was fully stocked * •Managed account of all bills and transactions * •Oversaw costumers needs by providing A+ customer service * •Assisted with developing and evaluating food menu and menu options * •Trained and evaluated employees * •Assured daily sanitation within company's policy
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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.
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- Christopher is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
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- Christopher is based in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.
- What does Christopher specialize in?
- Christopher works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Cognex and Mitsubishi as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Christopher's skilled trades: writing, Support, Electrician, Grinding and CNC.
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