Dustin — Controls Engineer
Dustin
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Work History on Automate America
Programming Skills (10)
I have worked in all aspects of programming. From commissioning for Greenfield/Brownfield to troubleshooting.
I started programming on the s7-300/400 models and I am very fluent with these controllers.
I have used these models and programmed them for MBV. I am confortable with these drives.
I worked for Durr directly & indirectly for about 6 years. I have spent most of my career in body shop, but I am very confident with my skills with programming process or clean room for Durr.
About Me
Experience areas include:
-Tia Portal 13-16 Programming and commissioning, Wincc HMI design, and Siemens Safety Engineering
- Siemens Step 7 programming and commissioning
- Volvo Programming Standard, Greenfield/Brownfield Virtual commissioning, Winncc HMI design, and buy off
- Mercedes Integra Wave 4 & 5; BiW & Paint Programming, Brownfield commissioning, maintenance troubleshooting support, fault reduction, IDPro, and provided training to maintenance
- Dürr Programming Standard for EcoRP; virtual commissioning & HMI design
- KUKA & Dürr PLC standard programming
Skilled Trades (6)
Software Competencies (1)
Professional Competencies (5)
I have spent most of my career in maintenance as a tech and as a programmer. By having a maintenance background, it increases my troubleshooting skills because most programmers only understand programming. I stand out by knowing the mechanical side of the industry, as well.
Wave 4 and wave 5 plc
Applications (7)
Volvo Greenfield Launch: -virtual commissioning -HMI Design - troubleshooting Mercedes Benz Vans Brownfield BiW -PLC Programming for automating a manual call during Christmas shutdown -hardware configuration -buyoff and support Dürr Paint Shop - Faraday -programming offline -virtual commissioning in Germany
Isra
Work Experience(5)
I have previously supported all maintenance breakdowns, line improvements, HMI optimizations, fault cleanup/reduction, model year changes, all PLC programming changes, and technician training. Currently, I am on the Greenfield launch team. My responsibilities are helping develop HMI screens, performing buyoff for virtual commissioning, consistency check with the standard, and traveling regularly to the line builder for support.
I worked primarily as maintenance technical support after new model launch in the body shop. (MBV SC) I commissioned a Brownfield project during winter Shut down and provided lineside support. Instructed 2 class room training classes for cell operators and new technicians at MBUSI. Flew to support SMP during an emergency breakdown and data loss for the paint shop in February 2020 for two days. Desoft (second level logistics system) and the PLC lost all data due to human error. I worked 20 hours straight to get the plant back up in operation.
In my 1 year at Dürr, I worked many hours in multiple projects. I provided emergency breakdown support on 4 different occasions. Performed Precommissiong for all hardware for a customer using Rockwell. Performed programming, hardware setup, and virtual commissioning for a customer in Europe. Punch list buyoff on 2 different Greenfield plants. Provided 3 months of support in 2 different Paint shops.
SMP Automotive Global Master PLC Engineer and Electrician during the entire greenfield installation of a Dürr Paint shop. I worked in the sister facility in Mexico for 3 months to learn the software standard. I then attended 3 weeks of PLC training and obtained the Dürr programming certificate in Detroit.
Maintenance Team member for BiW during the 205 Greenfield launch. Obtained integra wave 4 training and certificate. Worked with S7, s7 graph, STL, IDPro, Krc4, Isra, and SICK. Along with daily maintenance tasks, worked to reduce faults and perform program optimization
Education / Training / Certificates(1)
Bachelor's Degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering (2014 - 2018) Spartanburg Community College
Facilities Worked At(10)
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 Dustin do?
- Dustin is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Dustin located?
- Dustin is based in Charleston, South Carolina.
- What does Dustin specialize in?
- Dustin works with Siemens, Lenze, Dürr, SICK, Allen Bradley / Rockwell as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Is Dustin available for work?
- Availability unknown. Dustin has not marked it recently.
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