Andrew — Controls Engineer
Andrew
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Programming Skills (7)
Experienced in programming, configuring, wiring, installing, commissioning Allen-Bradley controllers from scratch. Experienced in retrofits from other manufacturer brands to Allen-Bradley. Experience in developing AOIs, controller to controller communcations, and interfacing to third-party equipment.
Experienced in controls upgrade and commissioning of Rx3i with redundant controllers and Cimplicity SCADA, Historian, and Webspace.
Experience developing BOM, layout of panel components, updating drawings, etc.
Competent in creating scripts to accomplish auxiliary tasks related to automation. (Export alarm database, manipulating data, etc.)
About Me
/Technologies Automation & Controls, SCADA, HMI Allen-Bradley - PLC5, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, RSLogix, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View General Electric - RX3i, iFix, Cimplicity, Historian, Webspace, Dream Reports, Proficy Process Systems Inductive Automation - Ignition Core Certification Networking Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, RS-485, RS-232, Ethernet Global Data, Device Level Ring Familiar with networking concepts: VLAN, NAT, Routing, IP/Subnetting Other: Python, AutoCAD, Alarm Management
My Business
Work Experience(3)
AYC Automation - Sacramento, CA Nov 2021 - Present Self-employed/Engineer Provided SCADA/PLC controls engineering support for various clients. Evaluated industrial networking equipment (switches, firewalls, secure remote access). Created technical blog posts related to industrial networking. Provided AutoCAD drawing layout and BOMs for new control panels. Automation Group - Sacramento, CA Aug 2021 - Oct 2021 Controls Engineer
Worked with clients to develop automation solutions from beginning to end. ● Utilized latest technologies from major automation and controls vendors. Projects ● Programmed and commissioned greenfield data center building controls and monitoring. Redundant ControlLogix with DLR to remote I/O and communication to standalone Chiller controls. ● Converted plant controls from GE Proficy Process Systems to distributed redundant GE RX3i controls with Cimplicity SCADA. ● Upgraded redundant Series 90-30 to redundant RX3i controllers with ProfiNet I/O. Developed SCADA screens in Cimplicity for generator monitoring and control. ● Developed Alarm Management program for SCADA system according to industry standard ISA-18.2. ● Converted natural gas compressor station controls from GE Series 90-30 to redundant Allen-Bradley ControlLogix. Interface to SCADA with Modbus TCP/IP. ● Provided production support for the battery enclosure buffer line. Troubleshot controls related issues. ● Modified iFix pictures to accommodate new holding reservoir controls. Developed daily reports with Dream Reports.
Education / Training / Certificates(1)
Purdue University Aug 2010 - May 2014 Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation
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 Andrew do?
- Andrew is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Andrew located?
- Andrew is based in Sacramento, California.
- What does Andrew specialize in?
- Andrew works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell, GE, Autodesk, Python and ELO as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Is Andrew available for work?
- Availability unknown. Andrew has not marked it recently.
- How do I connect with or hire Andrew?
- Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Andrew can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.