Ryan — Controls Engineer
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Robot interfacing with PLC
Robot interfacing with PLC
About Me
An established career in the Automotive Manufacturing Industry with a focus on Controls Engineering
Motivated, reliable, mechanical/electrical-oriented individual with over fifteen years of workplace experience. Versatile and dependable employee, with exemplary work ethic, and a background in a variety of technical fields.
•Hardware Skills•
Motion Controllers: Allen-Bradley, Rexroth, Siemens
Robots: Fanuc, ABB
Variable Frequency Drives: Allen-Bradley, SEW, Baldor, Siemens
Programmable Logic Controllers: Mitsubishi, Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, Panasonic, Siemens
Industrial Networks: Ethernet/IP, EthernetTCP/IP, EthernetUDP, CC-Link, DeviceNet, ProfiBus, ProfiNet, CANOpen, EtherCat, ModbusTCP, ModbusRTU, Serial ASCII, ControlNet, IO-Link
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Software Competencies (6)
Professional Competencies (8)
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Customer Reviews(2)
Ryan did an excellent job on this project. He was professional, responsive, and delivered high-quality work that met expectations. Communication was clear throughout, and he stayed on schedule while handling challenges without issue. I would absolutely work with Ryan again and recommend him for future projects.
Great job supporting the PLC commissioning of our Headliner Assembly equipment. Very Knowledgeable in Rockwell products.
Work Experience(7)
Forvia Highland Park Production Support (Siemens PLC) Poke Yoke PLC Programming & installation IV3 Vision Sensors IX Sensors Forvia Chattanooga Assembly Line move Designed Electrical Schematics Programmed Allen Bradley PLC Wired Electrical Panel Wired new Sensors Nagel Controls Create Electrical Schematics per customer specifications SAS Motherson Production Support Auria Solutions Emergency Support Re-wired old machine for Dual Channel Safety Safety Upgrades (Multiple Machines) Create Electrical Schematics Wire Panel Wire Machine Program PLC Program Safety PLC Program Safety Devices
Hire and lead a team of engineers Develop controls designs, both hardware and software, that are compliant with customer specifications Provide technical information and concept drawings Establish controls standards for new designs or modifications to the controls of existing equipment Assist in the De-bugging of the controls functions after assembly
Understand and troubleshoot wide variety of existing equipment and machinery both legacy and new PLC – Allen Bradley Studio 5000, SLC, Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7 Electrical/Mechanical/Pneumatic/Hydraulics HMI – Factory Talk Studio, PanelBuilder32, and Siemens WinCC Robot Interface (ABB) Laser Plastic Welding Setup (LPKF) Setting up pyrometers for Laser Welding Manage and oversee multiple projects simultaneously – Continuous Improvement, Poke Yokes Cognex (Spreadsheet and Easybuilder) and Keyence Vision Systems Keyence Barcode Scanners Train and mentor maintenance personnel on routine controls and vision activities Mentor junior controls engineers Support all shifts in 24/7 production
Direct and coordinates activities of the controls engineering group to obtain optimum efficiency and economy of operations and maximize profits by performing the assigned duties personally or through delegation to team members Lead machine standards for incoming equipment Managed Poke Projects and implementation working with plant engineering group Coordinate and Balance workload with internal and external resources Complete direct report reviews
Understand and troubleshoot wide variety of existing equipment and machinery both legacy and new PLC – Allen Bradley Studio 5000, SLC, Siemens TIA Portal Electrical/Mechanical/Pneumatic/Hydraulics HMI – Factory Talk Studio, PanelBuilder32, and Siemens WinCC Prosoft Software Manage and oversee multiple projects simultaneously On Call support for 24/7 customers
Understand and troubleshoot wide variety of existing equipment and machinery to ensure high uptime and reduce reject rate PLC – Allen Bradley Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal Electrical/Mechanical/Pneumatic/Hydraulics HMI – EZAutomation, Factory Talk, and Siemens WinCC Fanuc Robots Murr Cube IO Modules Manage and oversee multiple projects simultaneously Monitor and delegate projects to off shift Controls Engineers Continuous Improvement Cognex Vision Systems Support all shifts in 24/7 production (Just In Time/In Sequence)
Design and Program Press Room Automation Equipment: On Site Start Up of Automation Equipment Line up and project kick-off with customers Review plant specifications and design machine controls accordingly Create drawing packages Create Bill of Materials and order project specific components Line up and oversee project build in house Machine/Equipment Knowledge Control Logix Guard Logix IP67 Ethernet IO Modules Indramat, AB Servos Ethernet IP20 Point IO Modules
Education / Training / Certificates(1)
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 Ryan do?
- Ryan is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Ryan located?
- Ryan is based in Madison Heights, Michigan.
- What does Ryan specialize in?
- Ryan works with Siemens, Allen Bradley / Rockwell, AutoCAD, Keyence, Fanuc as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Is Ryan available for work?
- Availability unknown. Ryan has not marked it recently.
- How do I connect with or hire Ryan?
- Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Ryan can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.