Alan — Controls Engineer
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Programming Skills (14)
Various models of welding robots
Skilled Trades (5)
Software Competencies (12)
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Work Experience(8)
• Autonomous Programmer: Nissan Aguascalientes Support: Press automation support and programming with 5 ABB robots, 2 unstacker tables, 1 Cognex vision system, 2 HMI GOT 2000, controlled by Mitsubishi iQ-R PLC. • Autonomous Programmer: Hanon Systems Monterrey: "Water pump leak test" Tia Portal Siemens programming, 3 Iv2 Keyence sensors, pressing sequence, PILZ relay safety system. • Autonomous Programmer: Hanon Systems Monterrey: "PCB Pin Inspection Cabin" PLC Compact Logix programming adapted to JR automation standard, 1 Keyence CV-X vision system, 3 SR-1000/2000 series QR code reader, 1 Fanuc Robot, 1 HMI panel view plus, 1 Point IO Ethernet. • FIFO, MES traceability programming, inspection sequence and Ethernet communication between PLCs by messaging between 2 Compact Logix PLCs
• Plant Installations Specialist Engineer: "Body Side" workshop: 6 automated cells with 124 NACHI welding robots and manipulators, 9 Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLCs, 24 INDEX tables, red DeviceNet and Control Net. • Personnel in charge: 20 operators and 2 unionized Production Team Leaders, 12 technicians and 1 unionized Maintenance Team Leader • Leader in WCM pillars: AM, PM, SF, PD and FI, delivery of 52 KAIZEN Standard projects- 52 EWOS root cause analysis Breakdowns and 1152 Quick KAIZEN, with total HARD savings of 61K USD and SOFT savings of 12K USD. • TMS management and coordination, CORRECTIVE and PREVENTIVE Maintenance of 850 assets, KPI monitoring before Mtto management. • Migration of ControlNet Communication to Ethernet / IP messaging in Cells Marriage "Marriage" Body Internal-External Side through ControlLogix PLC, Rslogix5000 software
• Automation leader: Automation strategy management at corporate level MABE • Simulation in RobotStudio and Execution of 3 cells with ABB Robots for material handling, indexing table and conveyor. • Negotiation with suppliers / budget administration. • Application of lean manufacturing to enhance the separation of man and machine (JIDOKA). • Reviews and release of electrical, mechanical and control engineering. • Preparation of RFQ's specification of automated manufacturing processes
• Project Engineer PLC Programmer WIX Saltillo: Project "Spring Puck" • Design and engineering of control and power in SOLID EDGE ST8 • Selection of electrical and control material (BOM): I / O modules, PLC, cabinet, thermal, sensors, contactor solenoid valves and motor protectors • I / O mapping, PLC LAD and SFC programming in STUDIO 5000, Compact Logix 5370 PLC, 1 manifold with 10 solenoid valves 5/3 open centers, 25 SOURCE / SINK sensors, 2 three-phase 220 VAC motors full load rotation control with contactors, 2 SICK safety relays • HMI panel View Plus 1000 programming • Commissioning with client • Training, creation and delivery of manuals to plant maintenance personnel. • TERNIUM project coordinator: Project "SRV MTTO AUTOMATIZACION SISTEMA WMS" in 5 TERNIUM Monterrey plants: ∙ Leader and representative of the company to clients. • ADMINISTRATION OF 5 Mechatronic Engineers, TECHNICAL TRAINING. • Supervision of safety compliance in TERNIUM plants. ∙ Handling and storage of WMS automatic components, such as SICK sensors, ALLEN BRANDLEY and SIEMENS PLCs, DEVICENET and SIMATIC NET COMMUNICATION MODULES. • PARTICIPATION OF CORRECTIVE AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS. • Delivery of INDICATORS to MANAGEMENT, such as; % MP, % MC, Overtime, amounts per week / Month accumulated.
• Junior Control Engineer, "Mold Inventory" manipulator project, NISSAN Aguascalientes project: • MITSUBISHI Melsec-Q LADDER PLC programming. Configuration and programming of CC-LINK communication for 2 Fanuc robots and 20 remote input and output modules. • Configuration and programming LADDER ETHERNET communication; 1 KEYENCE Vision System and 2 Mitsubishi PLCs. • LADDER programming of 2 conveyors and 2 roller tables. • Programming of devices in LADDER such as: 24 SMC 5/2 open center valves, 48 magnetic sensors, 16 photocells, 54 proximity sensors, 10 MITSUBISHI INVERTER FR E700 Driver. • LADDER programming security systems; 2 OMRON Doors Interlock Security Switch and 2 SC-S11 Security Controllers • Commissioning and training of maintenance personnel and operators
• Automation and Control Engineer, "Wall Partition" manipulator project, NISSAN CIVAC Cuernavaca project: • MITSUBISHI Melsec-Q PLC programming. Design, selection, purchase and installation of control and dashboard components according to NISSAN standard. Solution of failures in integration and start-up in plant. Creation of Electrical Engineering in AUTOCAD. Plant operator and supervisor training. • Automation and Control Engineer for the "Escape 1" manipulator project METALSA Monterrey: • PLC ControlLogix programming in RSLogix5000, Integration of existing program (Ladder) and electrical control manual, integration of equipment in DEVICENET communication, routing of components (Sensors, Nodes, Master, Manifold of Electro valves.) development of engineering in AUTOCAD, coordination in installation and commissioning of manipulator. • Automation and Control Engineer for the MARINELA Guadalajara project, Modification of the PLC ControlLogix material handling system programming in RSLogix5000. Mapping of digital signals (Tags) in the field. • Automation and Control Engineer for the project "PALETA POP" Guadalajara, Migration from PLC ALLEN BRADLEY MicroLogix 1000 to MicroLogix 1400, Programming, Installation, wiring and commissioning on the control panel in the field. • Automation and Control Engineer Programming CompactLogix for Power Flex 70 drive control DeviceNet communication protocol.
• Service engineer, at 20 companies in the field of plastic injection; Valeo silvania, Lego, Peguform, Hershey Flex & Gate, Robert Bosch. • Installation repair and programming of 5 material handling systems including: dryers, drying hoppers, vacuum system filters and control (HMI), CANBUS communication network. • Installation repair and programming 6 Wittmann robots for injection molding machines in Valeo silvania. • Project Manager Hershey's Guadalajara, automatic filling by vacuum. • Design AUTOCAD vacuum system, monitoring equipment installation, gang 5 people, equipment scheduling WITTMANN Battenfeld, Commissioning. Time reduction in raw material supply in 12 IMM.
• Electrical Maintenance Supervisor by three people in turn. Coordinate and implement preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical machines for tubular cable. Repairs dashboard failures, electrical diagrams interpretation of control. Repair ALLEN BRADLEY DRIVER failures and Micro PLC LOGO! SIEMENS • Supervisor project, "prestressing". Control of civil engineering (soil preparation) Contact with national and international suppliers, plant Layouts Updates AUTOCAD. • Planning Project Activities "prestressing" from start to finish. • Evaluation of comparative tables for critical equipment such as power and control wires. Delivery reports to management. • Supervision of commissioning machine "prestressing"
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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 Alan do?
- Alan is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Alan located?
- Alan is based in Clio, Michigan.
- What does Alan specialize in?
- Alan works with Mitsubishi, Siemens, Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Autodesk, Cognex as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
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