Michael — PLC Specialist

Programming:PLC and HMI for Automation, Process Controls

PLC Programming

PLC Programming

Setup and Configuration into various applications

Programming PLCs and HMIs

I am constantly on the look out for opportunities t save clients money by improving flow of product from factory floor to end user with more efficient, reliable and faster solutions to observed issues.

Spec and Pruchase switchgear from Powerhouse to factory floor

Supervise installation of technical equipment and startup to complete production level

Improve flow and method of operation of complicated equipment and factory floor.

Determine PLC Requirements i.e. Processor capacity, I/O quantity, speed and comms architecture. Program to Sequence Of Operation requirements. Assure system meets Cycle Time and Accuracy requirements. Process Controls, Motion and Material Handling applications.

Provide Root Cause analysis and solutions for ALL factory floor issues. This includes mechanical, electrical,electronic, programming, process, engineering design, training and manpower solutions.

Determine requirements applicable to project, determine budget and communicate budget requirments to client, invested parties, owners etc... Select team staff members, intergrators etc... Monitor and report progress, determine solutions for issues that may impede project completion date. Verify project meets requirements on startup and buyoff by interested parties. Create project closing docs and provide final outcome report to client.

February 2018 - Controls Engineering

May 1984 - Present Consulting Controls Engineer

2004 - 2007 (4 years) Wright Industries Field Service Engineer

2000 - 2003 (4 years)

October 2015 - December 2017 Wynnewood Refinery I have been assisting a team that has been updating plant PLC control systems to enhance safety and reliability. Consulting Electrical Engineer

June 2011 - April 2015 (3 years 11 months) Over all controls, power and IT in the Float Glass department at Carlex Glass NA. APCOM Controls Engineer