Nikhil — Controls Engineer
Nikhil
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Work History on Automate America
Achievements
2
Tenure

Profile
Programming Skills (2)
Applications (4)
Fanuc Handling tool
Fanuc Pallet tool
Allen bradley PLC's - Studio 5000, RSlogix 5000 HMI - Factory talk view studio
Fanuc and Motoman Robots
My Business
Work Experience(4)
Owner Provide PLC, HMI and Robot programming services on contract basis Allen Bradley Ladder Logic programming Troubleshooting Support Fanuc and Yaskawa robot programming
Lead PLC Programmer on various packaging projects for food and pharmaceutical industries Programmed entire line from scratch including case packing and palletizing Develop offline program, debug and test Program Allen Bradley PLC, HMI, Servo Program Robot palletizing cells using Fanuc Robot Pallet Tool Worked on various material handling projects using Fanuc Robot Handling tool Program cognex vision systems Worked with Universal robot for a pick and place project including cognex camera to determine pick coordinates Programmed different high speed packaging systems Worked on some retrofits to improve the overall throughput of the lines Use RoboGuide (Fanuc Simulation Tool) to assess the feasibility of the project Travelling to customer's site for installations and commissioning Work in high pressure situations to finish tasks quickly with good efficiency Provide Training to customers for the installed system
Handling projects from concept to commissioning Lead programmer for various projects in Automotive, Packaging and Material Handling Electrical design for entire system, programming, installation and commissioning Programming PLCs, HMIs, Robots, Vision system, Servo Drives, VFDs based on customer requirement Programming various digital and analog devices Programmed 2d cameras, Barcode Readers, badge Readers, Torque Controllers, Lasers Build program from scratch or make improvements to the existing program Optimizing current process based on customer's requirement Site Installation and Supervision Attending to customer service calls Provide on Site training for the new installed systems Create as built drawings Prepare documents and Manuals for the entire system Managing project deadlines, budget and meeting customer expectations Developed Time management, Cost management and customer service skills
• Programmed T-Shuttles, T-Carts and Stacker cranes used for material handling • Solving PLC programming related issues using Studio 5000, RSLogix 5000, RSLogix 500 • Creating electrical panel drawings using AutoCad electrical • Create mechanical parts drawings using SolidWorks • Install new automated equipment (digital or analog) as per requirement • Create new or make changes in the existing HMI screens (using FactoryTalk View Studio & ArchestraIDE) for different plants • Design & install new HMI screens • Create warehouse simulations using FlexSim • Programming vision systems and integerate them with PLC to teach new positions for the stacking cranes in the warehouse • Install new, Upgrade PLC's, adding new IO's • Install new DeviceNet & Ethernet/IP Modules
Education / Training / Certificates(1)
PLC, HMI and Robot programming
Facilities Worked At(5)
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 Nikhil do?
- Nikhil is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Nikhil located?
- Nikhil is based in Cambridge, Ontario.
- What does Nikhil specialize in?
- Nikhil works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell and Fanuc as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Is Nikhil available for work?
- Availability unknown. Nikhil has not marked it recently.
- How do I connect with or hire Nikhil?
- Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Nikhil can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.





