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.

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

What does Ben specialize in?

Ben works with Raspberry, Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Autodesk, Python and Fanuc as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Ben's skilled trades: Support and Instrumentation.

How do I connect with or hire Ben?

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

Ben — Controls Engineer

Ben, Controls Engineer in Marietta, GA, works with Raspberry, Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Autodesk and Python.

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Ben

Contractor #18607

Primary Occupation

Controls Engineer

Marietta, GA

years of experience

#18607

Industries Served

ElectronicsShippingProgrammingSolar Energy IndustrySanitation

Languages

English

Conversational

French

Conversational

Eligibility

✓US citizen✓US work visa

Work History on Automate America

8yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Programming Skills 5

Raspberry

4 yrs★★★★☆

Allen Bradley / Rockwell

RSLogix

★★☆☆☆

Autodesk

★★☆☆☆

Python

★★☆☆☆

Fanuc

Drives

★★☆☆☆

Tenure

platinum

Profile

silver

Skills

bronze

About Me

I am a recent graduate from kennesaw state university with a Bachelor of Science, major in Electrical Engineering Technology and minor in Computer Science. I offer about 2 years of professional and academic experience in the Electrical and IT fields, a strong aptitude for learning new technologies, and a proven track record of meeting goals. As a Junior Engineer, with knowledge in control systems, automation, PLC programming, application design and project management, I feel confident that I can fit into any organization and help them reach the next level of success.

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Skilled Trades 2

Support

★★☆☆☆

-Prepared and maintained specifications and support documentation. -Supported electrical hardware system such smart traffic light controller.

Instrumentation

★★☆☆☆

-instrumentation and measurements

Software Competencies 7

Allen Bradley

AutoCAD

LabVIEW

Microsoft Office

National Instruments LabView

Python

visual studio

Professional Competencies 7

Design

★★☆☆☆

-MATLAB, isis Proteus, LabVIEW, RSLogix 5000, ARES (PCB Design), AutoCAD, Multisim, Pspice -Used AutoCAD to design control panels of the power bay to monitor the distribution system of the premise. -Design, implemented and supported electrical hardware system such smart traffic light controller. -Designed and performed tests on motor starter and controller of a conveyor driven system. -Used AutoCAD to design and review technical drawings including schematics and wiring diagrams.

Ladder Logic

★★★★☆

-Hands on experience with PLC Allen Bradley ladder logic programing.

PLC Programming

★★★★☆

-Assist in research and program PLCs (Allen Bradley) and Variable frequency drive (PowerFlex 40E). -Hands on experience with PLC Allen Bradley ladder logic programing. -Programmed motor starters, motor controllers and variable frequency drives using PLC.

Problem Solving

★★☆☆☆

Relevant Coursework: Problem Solving I & II

Research

★★☆☆☆

-Assist in research and program PLCs (Allen Bradley) and Variable frequency drive (PowerFlex 40E).

system design

★★☆☆☆

-Used AutoCAD to design control panels of the power bay to monitor the distribution system of the premise. -Electrical control system for an automated, conveyor driven, transportation system: Designed with Allen Bradley PLC, the system will be used to transport raw materials in a steel recycling plant from the loading area to the furnace and then to the final casting location. -Electrical distribution system design of an industrial building: Consists of designing the electrical distribution system of an industrial building following the general standards specified within the National Electric Code (NEC).

wiring diagrams

★★★★☆

-Used AutoCAD to design and review technical drawings including schematics and wiring diagrams.

Applications 4

electrical distribution

★★☆☆☆

-Design the electrical distribution system of an industrial building following the general standards specified within the National Electric Code (NEC).

Power

★★★☆☆

-Installed solar panels for companies like HUAWEI Cameroon as a back-up power system to power their base transmission section in case of main power failure. -Used AutoCAD to design control panels of the power bay to monitor the distribution system of the premise.

Solar Panels

★★☆☆☆

-Installed solar panels for companies like HUAWEI Cameroon as a back-up power system to power their base transmission section in case of main power failure

Troubleshooting

★★☆☆☆

-Travelled across the country to troubleshoot and maintain electrical equipment and to install new equipment. -Used oscilloscopes, multi-meters and LabView all interconnected using GPIB to troubleshoot and isolate failures. -Assist in Labs, Troubleshoot, debug and analyze analog and digital circuits.

Tools, Machines & Equipment 2

ComputerVariable Frequency Drives

Work Experience3

Electrical Engineering Student Assistant

Kennesaw State University, College of Engineering and Engineering Technology

Sep 2017 – May 2018

Assist in Labs, Troubleshoot, debug and analyze analog and digital circuits. Compile test results in technical documents. Analyze lab activities by working on it prior to lab session and reporting any error encountered. Assist in research and program PLCs (Allen Bradley) and Variable frequency drive (PowerFlex 40E).

Field Service Engineering intern:

TELECAM

May 2016 – Aug 2016

Installed solar panels for companies like HUAWEI Cameroon as a back-up power system to power their base transmission section in case of main power failure. Used AutoCAD to design control panels of the power bay to monitor the distribution system of the premise. Prepared and maintained specifications and support documentation. Travelled across the country to troubleshoot and maintain electrical equipment and to install new equipment. Design, implemented and supported electrical hardware system such smart traffic light controller. Used oscilloscopes, multi-meters and LabView all interconnected using GPIB to troubleshoot and isolate failures. Collaborated with peers and team members to achieve project goals and establish technical standards.

Electrical Engineering intern research

GMS service

Jan 2015 – May 2015

Hands on experience with PLC Allen Bradley ladder logic programing. Used AutoCAD to design and review technical drawings including schematics and wiring diagrams. Programmed motor starters, motor controllers and variable frequency drives using PLC. Designed and performed tests on motor starter and controller of a conveyor driven system.

Education / Training / Certificates1

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology

Kennesaw State University · Electronics and Electrical Engineering

2018

Electrical control system for an automated, conveyor driven, transportation system: Designed with Allen Bradley PLC, the system will be used to transport raw materials in a steel recycling plant from the loading area to the furnace and then to the final casting location. Electrical distribution system design of an industrial building: Consists of designing the electrical distribution system of an industrial building following the general standards specified within the National Electric Code (NEC). Automatic room light controller with visitor counter and door control integrated: System that controls the room lights, counts number visitors in the room and opens the doors automatically. Temperature and airflow control of a poultry broiler house: Using raspberry pi, created a reliable automatic system that control the temperature an airflow based on the user input.

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 Ben do?: Ben is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Ben located?: Ben is based in Marietta, GA.
What does Ben specialize in?: Ben works with Raspberry, Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Autodesk, Python and Fanuc as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Ben's skilled trades: Support and Instrumentation.
How do I connect with or hire Ben?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Ben can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

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