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.

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

Where is James located?

James is based in Simpsonville, SC.

What does James specialize in?

James works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. James's skilled trades: Electrician and Maintenance.

How do I connect with or hire James?

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

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James

Contractor #46264

Primary Occupation

Controls Engineer

Simpsonville, SC

#46264

Work Preferences

✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles

✓Work Saturdays

✓Work Sundays

Work History on Automate America

5yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Programming Skills 1

Allen Bradley / Rockwell

FactoryTalk, FactoryTalk View, MicroLogix Series, RSLinx, RSLogix, RSLogix 5000, CompactLogix

10 yrs★★★★★

AC/DC Variable Frequency Drive (VFDs) Control Logix, Micro Logix, Ethernet, Device Net, RS Logix 5000, RS Linx and Factory Talk View for commissioning, debugging into normal operation

Tenure

platinum

Profile

bronze

About Me

Accurately troubleshoot, inspect, install, and program Allen Bradley PLCs, Control Logix, Micro Logix, Ethernet, Device Net, RS Logix 5000, RS Linx and Factory Talk View for commissioning, debugging into normal operation. (100% travel)

Practical skills of hydraulics, pneumatic, welding, heating and air conditioning.

Proficient in the use and interpretation of wiring diagrams, schematic drawings and technical publications.

Utilization of various electronic/electrical test equipment.

Skilled in installing, programming and modifying AC/DC Variable Frequency Drive (VFDs).

Experienced in programming, troubleshooting and maintaining DURR/KUKA Robots in a Tier 1 automotive automation facility.

Highly experienced in Information Technology and internet protocol and communication.

Skilled Trades 2

Electrician

★★★★★

Proficient in the use and interpretation of wiring diagrams, schematic drawings and technical publications.

Maintenance

★★★★★

Practical skills of hydraulics, pneumatic, welding, heating and air conditioning

Software Competencies 4

Allen Bradley

FactoryTalk Studio

LINX

RS Logix

Work Experience11

Maintenance Technical Eng/Supv

Plastic Omnium

Feb 2018 – Mar 2021

Greer, SC

Automation Engineer/Maint Supv

Ford Motor Company

Aug 2014 – Feb 2018

Kansas City, MO

Software Engineer

DURR APT

Nov 2012 – Aug 2014

Southfield, MI

Instrument & Controls Engineer

KIA Motors Mfg

Mar 2010 – Oct 2012

West Point, GA

Electrician 2

Geiger International

Sep 2007 – Jan 2010

Atlanta, GA

Multi-craft Specialist

Owens Corning

Feb 2003 – Aug 2007

Atlanta, GA

Electro- Mech Specialist

Owens Corning

Apr 2002 – Feb 2003

Olive Branch, MS

Electro -Mech Specialist

Johnson-Bryce Co.

Sep 1999 – Apr 2002

Memphis, TN

Fluid Power Specialist

Franklin Electro-Fluids

Jan 1995 – Aug 1999

Memphis, TN

Maintenance Technician

Metal Leve

Jul 1994 – Dec 1994

Sumter, SC

Electro-Environmental Sys. Journeyman

United States Air Force

Jun 1990 – Jul 1994

Education / Training / Certificates4

Certificate

On-the-Job Certifications · Certifications

2020

Other On-the-Job Certifications KMMG MTM Multi Course Electro-Mech, Instrument and Control Certification Leadership Management Certification Professional Development Associates Certification

Electrical Engineering Degree

University of Memphis · Electrical Engineering

2002

Electronics Engineering Technology Degree

ITT Technical Institute · Electronics Engineering Technology

1998

On-the-Job Certifications

United States Air Force · Electro-Environmental Sys

1994

On-the-Job Certifications Effective Supervisory Management Certification, United States Air Force Electrical Systems Repair Certification, United States Air Force Technical Specialist Certification, United States Air Force Electro-Environmental Systems Certifications, United States Air Force

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