Carlos — Controls Engineer
Carlos
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Achievements
2
Tenure
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Programming Skills (4)
machine commissioning & UL Main Panel certification and PLC/HMI programming of erecting/sealing packaging machines with RSLogix 5/500/5000/Studio, Safety GuardLogix and FactoryTalk ME, as well as PowerFlex 525/4/4M VFD's and Kinetix 300/5500/6000 Servos.
Mechanical Designer using SolidWorks 2012 and AutoCAD 2012 for new Research Lab section, workspace, and robot handling tools.
PLC Lead for new GFTX pre-commissioning and launch of Model Y. Install/commission/debug of Lenze & SEW Drives, Festo manifolds, Balluff & Mürr I/O blocks, all with Siemens TIA Portal v16.1 & WinCC HMI's. DB & FB new logic development for SICAR standard, supported with Structured Text and C++/C# visualizations PLC Lead for Electrical & Controls retooling installation for 8F35 & 6F15 Transmission Final Test machines, using Siemens STEP7, TIA Portal, WinCC & STARTER for Servo configuration and install. Development, debugging and installation of testing stations for Ford 6F15 transmissions using SIMATIC STEP7, TIA Portal, WinCC and STARTER, dealing with servo drives installation, cycle time optimization and test support, while receiving an intense training course on Siemens software and device installing
About Me
Certificates;
English TOEFL: 623 Points
German Diploma Level B2 certificated by did-Institut, Munich,Germany.
Student Leadership Diploma from “Desarrollo Estudiantil” given by DAE at ITESM
SICAR Automotive Standard Certificate of Completion for SICAR Standard for Tesla Motors
Software;
MS-Office Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Access, Front Page, Publisher
Programming Languages;
MicroLogix (Allen-Bradley)/Rockwell Software (PLC/HMI)/In-Sight Explorer (Cognex)/SIMATIC (Siemens)/Pascal/C++/Visual Basic
Software CAD/CAM;
CATIA V5.R17/Adams/Solid Edge/SolidWorks/AutoCAD/Inventor/ Working Model 2D
Other;
ABEL-HDL/Photoshop CS5/MatLab 7.0/Camtasia/LabView 8.5
Software Competencies (2)
Work Experience(9)
Tesla Motors – Austin, TX • PLC Lead for new GFTX pre-commissioning and launch of Model Y. Install/commission/debug of Lenze & SEW Drives, Festo manifolds, Balluff & Mürr I/O blocks, all with Siemens TIA Portal v16.1 & WinCC HMI's. DB & FB new logic development for SICAR standard, supported with Structured Text and C++/C# visualizations. Equinix – Culpeper, VA • Electrical design and program development from scratch with RSLogix 5000 & FactoryTalk SE of HVAC & Air Handling Units, Water & Dry Cooling Systems controls, as well as Temperature & Humidity controls and monitoring, for Data Center facilities at Roof Top, Colocation, Basement and Generator areas. Georgia-Pacific – Warrenton, GA • Sr. Controls Engineer for new equipment installation & start-up on TBL & OLI segments for Canting process, using RSStudio 5000 v32 & FT Server v10. Calibration and fine-tuning for Comact lasers and RMC hydraulic & pneumatic drives. Ford Motors – Louisville, KY • PLC & Robot Lead for New Model C482/483 implementation on Underbody, Framing & Closures lines, using RSLogix 5000 & Fanuc robots (Sealers, Welding & MH). Responsible of up to 25 engineers simultaneously, accomplishing successful run of units and cycle time optimization of up to 25% reduction. Ford Motors – Chongqing, China • PLC Lead for Electrical & Controls retooling installation for 8F35 & 6F15 Transmission Final Test machines, using Siemens STEP7, TIA Portal, WinCC & STARTER for Servo configuration and install. Tesla Motors – Fremont, California • Electrical installation/commissioning/debugging & Controls Lead for Respot area, being in charge of 5 engineers, while supporting assembly/welding stations with RSLogix 5000, GuardLogix and KUKA/Fanuc robots.
Spokane, Washington Main electrical panel & layout/components design with AutoCAD, machine commissioning & UL Main Panel certification and PLC/HMI programming of erecting/sealing packaging machines with RSLogix 5/500/5000/Studio, Safety GuardLogix and FactoryTalk ME, as well as PowerFlex 525/4/4M VFD's and Kinetix 300/5500/6000 Servos.
Ball Corp. – Monterrey, Mexico • Electrical installation/commissioning and FCO's for Shell and Conversion presses for Shell/Ring lines, as well as integration of Line Controls systems using RSLogix 5000, consisting mainly of PowerFlex 525 drives, PILZ Safety relays and Belt Conveyors. • HMI application design and Spanish/English translations for every main and auxiliary controller, using FactoryTalk Studio.
KUKA KCT – Clinton Township, Michigan • Commisioning/Logic Design for Caster Camble tool at Ford DTP Base/SVT Raptor, using RSLogix 5000 and FactoryTalk for logic and HMI development, and Kinetix 6500 servos and Atlas Copco PowerFocus NutRunners for its operation.
KUKA AT – Saginaw, Michigan • Development, debugging and installation of testing stations for Ford 6F15 transmissions using SIMATIC STEP7, TIA Portal, WinCC and STARTER, dealing with servo drives installation, cycle time optimization and test support, while receiving an intense training course on Siemens software and device installing. Ford WSP – Woodhaven, Michigan • Controls support using RSLogix 5, ControlLogix, PanelBuilder and CDS, dealing with line improvements, cycle time optimization and line support during part production.
Mexico Division Fiat Ducato – Saltillo, Coahuila, México • Controls support using RSLogix 5000, HiDiscovery, RSLinx, CDS and FactoryTalk ME, responsible of logic updates, debugging and support during part production. Ford CSAP – Cuautitlan, México State, México • Model update using RSLogix 5000 and FactoryTalk for Ford Fiesta assembly line in Bodysides section, implementing them during active production. Ford HSAP – Hermosillo, Sonora, México • Logic debugging/develop for Ford Fusion at Framing, PreClamp and UnderBody sections, using RSLogix 5 and Panel Builder.
Monterrey, Mexico Controls Engineer, Jr. and Mechanical Designer Ford HSAP – Hermosillo, Sonora, México • Controls Line Leader working in collaboration with Valiant at Closure section for Ford Fusion/Lincoln MKZ, using RSLogix 5 and 5000 for PLC support on Assembly production line. Minera Peñasquito Goldcorp – Peñasquito, Zacatecas, México • Mechanical Designer using SolidWorks 2012 and AutoCAD 2012 for new Research Lab section, workspace, and robot handling tools. Nemak Monoblock – García, Nuevo León, México • Fanuc trainee and RSLogix 500 support at demolition of aluminum injection section and Sand Press.
Manching, Germany - Test technician for Panavia 200 Tornado - Developer of Radar GMR/CRPMD Simulation with LabVIEW & Matlab
Aeronautical Project RV-10 for the Monterrey, Mexico - Design, Physical Assembly and Digital Simulation of RV-10 with Catia - Construction and Optimization of work area using Delmia - Composite Materials researcher for RV-10's wingspan
Education / Training / Certificates(2)
08/2006 –05/2011 Tecnológico de Monterrey, Campus Monterrey Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (USA) Mechatronics Engineering, BME.
09/2009 – 02/2010 Fachhochschule Ingolstadt University Ingolstadt, Germany
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 Carlos do?
- Carlos is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Carlos located?
- Carlos is based in Laredo, Texas.
- What does Carlos specialize in?
- Carlos works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell, AutoCAD, Siemens and Microsoft Office Suite as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Is Carlos available for work?
- Availability unknown. Carlos has not marked it recently.
- How do I connect with or hire Carlos?
- Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Carlos can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.