Robert — Controls Engineer
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Sep 2014 - Jun 2016 Browns Hill Engineering & Controls Littleton, CO FIELD TECHNICIAN - Built, programmed, and tested automated control systems primarily for municipal water treatment facilities using various software platforms such as Rockwell Automation, C-more, Crimson, iX, and Maple Systems - Programmed, tested, and modified SCADA systems using various software platforms such as iFIX, RSView, and Iconics - Traveled to sites throughout Colorado and surrounding states for new installations and customer support - Installed radio communication systems for process data and control at remote sites - Performed calibration of process measuring equipment
USNR, Woodland, WA Mar 2018 - May 2018 CONTROLS ENGINEER - Assisted with startup of a new sawmill line overseas - Researched new alarm functionality built into RSLogix 5000 Version 31
Aug 2017 - Nov 2017 Hirata Electric / Tesla Motors, Gigafactory 1, Sparks, NV CONTROLS ENGINEER - Contracted to work at the Tesla Gigafactory with a multinational team performing final setup and testing of an automotive production line - Diagnosed and corrected PLC programs for Allen Bradley Control Logix PLCs containing multi-level AOIs controlling Servos, VFD's, and Actuators - Adjusted PLC programs controlling hardware based on the conditions of Interlocks and Permissives - Created and updated HMI messaging for use with Ignition SCADA software
Schlage Lock Security, CO May 2004 - Sep 2014 CONTROLS AND AUTOMATION ENGINEER - Designed, built, programmed, and tested control systems for manufacturing and facility equipment using various software platforms such as Rockwell Automation, DirectLOGIC, C-more, FESTO, and WindO/I - Created technical documents for new equipment using multiple software tools - Contributed significantly to developing and improving production processes throughout the facility while eliminating cost overruns; some production times improved efficiency by over 400%. - Troubleshoot and repair of PCB's in the electronics RMA area - Supported the transfer of production lines between facilities both domestically and internationally - Upgraded control systems on older equipment to meet current industry safety standards
Jan 2001 - Jun 2005 Self-Employed Central and South Eastern Colorado RESIDENTIAL HOME SERVICE AND REPAIR TECHNICIAN
United States Army Jun 1988 - Feb 2001 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR AND CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR
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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 Robert do?
- Robert is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Robert located?
- Robert is based in Fountain, Colorado.
- What does Robert specialize in?
- Robert works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell, ABB, Maple Systems, SCADA, Siemens as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Is Robert available for work?
- Availability unknown. Robert has not marked it recently.
- How do I connect with or hire Robert?
- Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Robert can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.