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Ryan — Controls Engineer

Ryan, Controls Engineer in Grand Rapids, MI, works with Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Siemens and Keyence. Public rate $80 an hour.

Ryan

Ryan, Controls Engineer — Automate America
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Contractor #47965
Primary Occupation
Controls Engineer
Grand Rapids, MI
Professional#47965

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Work History on Automate America

1Completed
30Timesheets
27Expenses
5Avg Rating
4yrsOn Platform

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Achievements

5
Profile DiamondA score of 100Earned: Jun 2026
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Earnings GoldReached the Gold level — the amount stays private.
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Hours Gold1,000 approved hours
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Tenure Gold2 years with us
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Skills Silver10 skills listed
Skills Silver

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Programming Skills 10

About Me

Skills
● PLC Software: RSLogix 500, Studio 5000, Siemens Step 7, GX Developer
● HMI Software: CitectSCADA, EZ-Builder, GX Developer, PanelView
● Robotic Automation: Yaskawa, FANUC, UR Cobot
● Vision: Cognex, Keyence
● CAD Software: AutoCAD, CATIA
● Communication Protocols: LIN, CAN, Ethernet, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, DeviceNet
● Programming Languages: C++, C#, Cicode, VBA, JavaScript, Java, jQuery, Python, Ruby, SQL, PHP
● Web-Based Programming: Wordpress, HTML, CSS, Ajax
● Web-Based API: ChannelAdvisor, EstimatingEdge, Amazon Web Service
● Other: Matlab, Simulink, Lenze Servo Drive

Software Competencies 2

Catia
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Professional Competencies 2

Design
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Engineering
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Applications 13

My Business

Company Name
Superior Automation Engineering Consultants LLC

Customer Reviews 5.01

Anonymous Customer
5 of 5 starsJun 2023

Ryan is a very intelligent Controls Engineer. He was very helpful with our in house plant projects getting our functional testers and other PLC equipment to the level they are now. Would love to have him back in the future.

3 references on filePeer references

Work Experience3

Senior Controls Engineer
Lear Corporation
Nov 2021 – Present

Designed, programmed, lead install team installing conveyor systems and automatic storage and retrieval systems for automotive seating. Modernized the teams approach to the initial development process, saving hundreds of engineering hours and brainpower. Utilized modern approaches to mass-parameterization of devices to minimze downtime and increase development/initial run-off efficiency.

Controls Engineer
Intouch Automation
Mar 2020 – Sep 2021

Designed, programmed and lead an install team in manufacturing facilities. We installed automated testing equipment for automotive seating. This includes important safety features such as seatbelts, seatbelt tensioners, airbags, and occupant detection systems. This also includes other mechanical and electrical features such as folding, manual motions, heating/cooling devices, and various modules found within the seat. Communicaitng with these modules was done over CAN or LIN communication and had to be programmed per specific seat/manufacturer requirements. All tests were done with various types of robotics applied, depending on the customer's needs. This includes ABB, Yaskawa, and UR Cobots.

Controls Engineer
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA)
Jun 2015 – Mar 2020

Supported assembly line production, ensuring maximum throughput possible. Worked all shifts, whenever needed. Including overtime and weekends. Implemented continuous improvements to minimize downtime, increase quality, and ensure maximum throughput.

Education / Training / Certificates2

S7 Certification
Siemens Industry · S7 Certification
2018

Step 7 Certificiation, taken onsite at Chrylser FCA facility. Certification awarded.

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
University of Detroit Mercy · Controls Engineering
2017

Facilities Worked At7

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 Grand Rapids, MI.
What does Ryan specialize in?
Ryan works with Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Siemens, Keyence and Cognex as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
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.

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