Alex — Controls Engineer
Alex
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About Me
Toronto, ON - - Excellent knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Ladder Logic, Allen Bradley PLCs, OMRON, WinCC, FactoryTalk and Step7 Simatic Manager - Competent knowledge in Single Line Diagram, shop drawings, P&IDs, high voltage breakers, power systems and components, power electronic converters, PSIM and Labview - Effective expertise in Microsoft Office, C#, C++, Matlab, Simulink, Microsoft Robotics Studio, VMware Infrastructure Client and project management - Experience in VHDL, Basic Oracle, Decentralized Software Services (DSS), Linux, Ubuntu, VMWare, Secure Shell Client, Visual Basic and Windows Forms Application, AutoCAD, electrical drawings - Proficient in symbol and footprint creation for printed circuit board - Hardworking, responsible, dedicated, team player and punctual Willing to relocate to: Ontario
Skilled Trades (2)
Software Competencies (10)
Professional Competencies (10)
Applications (8)
Work Experience(10)
Gonzalez Production Systems - Pontiac, Michigan - February 2016 to February 2017 - Prepared drawings for hardware, safety, I/O, servos, robots, panels and cable trays with AutoCAD - Performed field investigations and troubleshooting in Honda plants in USA and Canada - Assisted in troubleshooting in OMRON and Allen Bradley PLCs - Gathered experience in sensor issues and DeviceNet troubleshooting - Prepared and fixed HMI screens in Proface GP-Pro EX - Performed IO checks and assisted in system startup in weld line automation - Verified Robots communication and configured PLC slots in safety software - Tuned servos and checked brake releases Controls Engineering
McRae Integration Ltd. - Toronto, ON - September 2014 to December 2014 - Performed PLC code conversion between old to new version - Updated Electrical drawings in AutoCAD - Researched on Soft PLC feasibility and presented compatibility report - Programmed Allen Bradley HMIs - Performed control panels population, layout, wiring and testing - Installed modules both in panels and software Electrical Engineering Student
Toronto Water, City of Toronto - Toronto, ON - September 2013 to December 2013 - Reconstructed electrical prints in AutoCAD with new organization and symbols - Performed field inspection of different plants to update electrical prints of SCADA network architecture - Taken initiative to arrange seminar for managers and senior engineers to share previous experience in the purpose of increasing reliability in automation process and practicing effective supervision - Assisted in close transition and power failure tests of 2.5MW Mobile Generators in a treatment plant - Identified and troubleshot breaker controller circuit of switchgears from field inspection and prints - Analyzed close transition of breakers and assessed relevant scenarios to inhibit SCADA commands Electrical Engineering Student
General Motors of Canada Limited - St. Catharines, ON - January 2013 to April 2013 - Designed and implemented auto and manual fault handling modes in part flow process - Integrated energy conservation modes in conveyor system - Improved control systems of the department through PLC and HMI programming - Assisted in troubleshooting machine communication problems - Established communication between hardware, PLCs and HMIs - Programmed PLCs and HMIs to display interlock status of various machines - Identified control system faults by investigating existing logic design; implemented resolving logic Infrastructure Specialist
T4G Limited - Toronto, ON - April 2012 to August 2012 - Configured new users' account giving them access to company's network and phone system - Updated firmware and configured accounts in Lync phones - Provided technical support in person or remotely to users across Canada and USA - Performed network administration and server maintenance for the company - Reproduced bugs and provided solutions for both hardware and software - Performed troubleshooting in remote computers of company's personnel - Created Virtual Machines and SharePoint site Engineering Admissions Analyst
University of Waterloo - Waterloo, ON - September 2011 to December 2011 - Designed and implemented evaluation tools for assessing Admission Information Form (AIF) - Analyzed applicants' information from different perspectives by various means and methods - Proposed self-made design alternatives and implemented the most viable solution concept - Identified problems with current system and offered solutions while working with minimal supervision - Developed user-friendly interface for convenient evaluation of AIF ensuring versatility of the tools - Manipulated raw data for analysis by using sophisticated features of MS Excel, Access and SQL
Education / Training / Certificates(2)
September 2010 to April 2015 Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering American International University-Bangladesh - Dhaka
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 Alex do?
- Alex is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Alex located?
- Alex is based in Southfield, Michigan.
- What does Alex specialize in?
- Alex works with Omron, Oracle, Visual Basic, Allen Bradley / Rockwell and Autodesk as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Alex's skilled trades: Maintenance and Lineman.
- Is Alex available for work?
- Availability unknown. Alex has not marked it recently.
- How do I connect with or hire Alex?
- Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Alex can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.