Steve — Controls Engineer
Steve
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Programming Skills (6)
SafeMove Certified
Skilled Trades (5)
Software Competencies (15)
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GCCS certified, working for integrators. Programming PLC, HMI, VFD, etc for primarily body shop, also some powertrain. Applications worked on include spot, stud, sealer/adhesive, turntables, conveyors, pallet systems, MH in body shop; metal saw cutting, deburring, laser marking, MH in powertrain. Fanuc robots, not primary programmer, more just assisting with setting up programs and IO to work with PLC, troubleshooting and moving robots when primary programmer not in house.
PLC (AB), HMI(AB), VFD(AB), and Robot(ABB, some Fanuc) Programming for cells building aluminum and steel underbody components. Applications include spot(WTC), stud(Emhart), MIG(Miller, Lincoln), sealer/adhesive(Nordson), flowdrill(Weber), riveting(Henrob), Vision(Coherix), MH, turntables(ABB). Primary contact for troubleshooting when techs could not solve issues, personal training courses with vendors - ABB Safemove certification, Weber, Emhart, Henrob, Coherix.
Supervise and assist electricians, pipefitters, mechanics in body shop. Work with AB PLCs and HMIs; Fanuc, Nachi and ABB robots for applications including spot, stud, sealer/adhesive, vision, MH. Worked with various pallet, conveyor, turntable and lifter systems. Helped manage new body shop re launch. Two week training courses in AB ControlLogix and Fanuc R-30iA.
Worked in various roles as technical and troubleshooting lead for multiple proprietary electronics/software solutions in the monitoring and inspection of PCCP water mains. Worked with software, R/D, field operations around NA and the world, including a 1 year deployment in Libya. Created software in Visual Studio and SQL for data analysis and handling.
Repair, maintenance, troubleshooting of electronics systems for well servicing equipment including single and dual cementers, N2 and frac pumpers, coil injectors, chemical vans, blenders and data vans. My duties included working with nuclear density gauges, weight gauges, speed and rate sensors, pressure transducers, using schematics to find faults in systems and tracing circuits when no schematics available. In daily activities I worked hand in hand with mechanics, welders and machinists to repair and modify the mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems. I was also required to set up various types of PLC's and SCADA (E&H, Stewart and Stevenson, Siemens, Allen Bradley), wireless control systems, modify ladder logic programs, as well as troubleshooting and modifying hardwired relay circuits.
Repair and troubleshooting of electrical and electronics in slot machines, coin counting machines, arcade machines, including circuit level repair of boards and monitors. Analysis and reporting of slot figures, and customer interactions for disputes.
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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 Steve do?
- Steve is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Steve located?
- Steve is based in Essex County, Ontario.
- What does Steve specialize in?
- Steve works with ABB, Visual Basic, Fanuc, Oracle and Catia as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Steve's skilled trades: Electronics Repair, Robot Electrical Repair, Electrician, Industrial Machinery Mechanic and Pipefitter.
- Is Steve available for work?
- Availability unknown. Steve has not marked it recently.
- How do I connect with or hire Steve?
- Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Steve can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.














