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 Kenneth do?

Kenneth is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.

Where is Kenneth located?

Kenneth is based in Macomb, MI.

What does Kenneth specialize in?

Kenneth works with Siemens, Modicon, Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Fanuc and GE as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Kenneth's skilled trades: Lean Manufacturing, CNC, Machinist, Troubleshooting and Support.

How do I connect with or hire Kenneth?

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

Kenneth — Controls Engineer

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Kenneth

Contractor #18358

Primary Occupation

Controls Engineer

Macomb, MI

#18358

Industries Served

AutomotiveAutomotiveManufacturingEnergyIndustrial AutomationMachiningProgramming

Languages

English

Conversational

Eligibility

✓US citizen

Work History on Automate America

8yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Tenure

platinum

Skills

silver

Profile

silver

Programming Skills 11

Modicon

584, 884, 984, Quantum PLC, M221

20 yrs★★★★★

Taylor PLC Software Development Software Programming, Schneider SoMachine Basic PLC Software for M221 PLC

Siemens

Step 7 PLC

10 yrs★★★★★

Allen Bradley / Rockwell

RSLogix 5000, SLC 500, Studio 5000

10 yrs★★★★☆

Allen Bradley / Rockwell

RSLogix

★★☆☆☆

Fanuc

★★☆☆☆

Cimplicity

★★☆☆☆

Schneider Electric

★★☆☆☆

Siemens

840D, S7, step7

★★☆☆☆

Autodesk

★★☆☆☆

Microsoft

excel

★★☆☆☆

Windows

Office

★★☆☆☆

Skilled Trades 5

Lean Manufacturing

★★☆☆☆

CNC

★★☆☆☆

Machinist

★★☆☆☆

Troubleshooting

★★☆☆☆

Support

★★☆☆☆

Software Competencies 3

Allen Bradley

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Professional Competencies 20

AutoCad

★★★★★

continuous improvement

★★☆☆☆

Design

★★☆☆☆

Electrical Engineering

★★☆☆☆

Engineering

★★☆☆☆

HMI Programming

★★☆☆☆

Hydraulics

★★☆☆☆

installation and commissioning

★★☆☆☆

Lean Manufacturing

★★☆☆☆

Machining

★★☆☆☆

Manufacturing

★★☆☆☆

Manufacturing Engineering

★★☆☆☆

Mentorship

★★☆☆☆

Motion Control

★★☆☆☆

PLC Programming

★★☆☆☆

Programming and Troubleshooting

★★☆☆☆

Software development

★★☆☆☆

Support engineering

★★☆☆☆

system design

★★☆☆☆

troubleshooting

★★☆☆☆

Applications 12

Assembly

★★☆☆☆

CNC Programming

★★☆☆☆

design and installation

★★☆☆☆

HMI

★★☆☆☆

Integration

★★☆☆☆

Machining

★★☆☆☆

Motion Control

★★☆☆☆

Power

★★☆☆☆

Powertrain

★★☆☆☆

test systems

★★☆☆☆

Testing

★★☆☆☆

Troubleshooting

★★☆☆☆

Tools, Machines & Equipment 2

Computerlevel

Work Experience5

Controls Project Engineer

Giffin Inc

May 2021 – Present

Controls Project Engineer for New Paint Plant Projects

Controls Engineer

Reliance One, Inc. onsite at Stellantis for Giffin Inc

Feb 2020 – May 2021

Lead Conveyor Controls Engineer for Giffin Inc at new Stellantis Paint Plant in Warren Truck Assembly Plant

Controls Engineer

Aerotek Commercial Staffing

Mar 2019 – Feb 2020

Senior Controls Engineer

Ford Motor Company

Jun 2013 – Dec 2018

Senior Controls Engineer

General Motors

Mar 1985 – Jun 2013

Education / Training / Certificates2

Master Of Science

Oakland University · Electrical and Electronic Engineering, (Major: Electronic and Computer Engineering)

2007

Bachelor’s Degree

State University of New York College at Buffalo · Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET), Electrical and Electronics Engineering

1983

Facilities Worked At6

Stellantis- (FCA)

Warren Michigan

Feb 2020 – Present

Robovent

Warren Michigan

Mar 2019 – Feb 2020

Ford Motor Company

Livonia Michigan

Jun 2013 – Dec 2018

General Motors

Warren Michigan

Dec 2004 – Jun 2013

General Motors

Doraville Georgia

Jun 2003 – Dec 2004

General Motors

Tonawanda Engine Plant

Mar 1985 – Jun 2003

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 Kenneth do?: Kenneth is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Kenneth located?: Kenneth is based in Macomb, MI.
What does Kenneth specialize in?: Kenneth works with Siemens, Modicon, Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Fanuc and GE as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Kenneth's skilled trades: Lean Manufacturing, CNC, Machinist, Troubleshooting and Support.
How do I connect with or hire Kenneth?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Kenneth can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.