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Dustin — Controls Engineer

Dustin

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Dustin, Controls Engineer — Automate America
Dustin
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Contractor #48
Primary Occupation
Controls Engineer
Greer, South Carolina

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✓US citizen

Work History on Automate America

8Reviews
5Skills
2Experience
7Completed
50Timesheets
1Expenses
5Avg Rating
7Repeat
9yrsOn Platform

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Achievements

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Tenure PlatinumActive professional for 3 yearsEarned: Mar 2026
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Hours GoldLogged 1,000 billable hours on Automate AmericaEarned: Mar 2026
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Skills SilverAdded 6+ verified skills to your profileEarned: Mar 2026
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Programming Skills (5)

About Me

I am considered as an expert Siemens Controls Engineer. My experience with Siemens, Kuka and various other industrial robots and Controllers sets me above most of my competition. I have vast experience in full controls design, programming and integration.

Skilled Trades (5)

Software Competencies (6)

Professional Competencies (6)

Applications (3)

Automotive Body Shop
★★★★★

ABB IRC5, Robot Programming, Body Shop Processes – Ford, Kuka, Sterling Heights, MI Designed, Commissioned, Started, and Supported Model Launches for Automotive Manufacturers, OEM’s and Tier one Suppliers throughout North America Programmed Siemens S7, Mitsubishi and Allen-Bradley platforms Cat 1,2,3,4 Safety Design Implementation Pneumatic Design Designed and Installed Control Systems for Body-in-White, Paint, and Assembly

Automotive Interiors
★★★☆☆

Siemens S7-300 & Fanuc RJ3, PLC & Robot Programming, BMW F15 Seat Back Robotic Glue & Wet-out Machine – BMW, Faurecia Interior Systems, FT. Inn, SC

Power-train Assembly
★★★★★

Kuka KRC4/Siemens S7-1200, Robot/PLC Programming, Programming Support Services, Kuka Assembly & Test - ZF Transmissions, Kuka, Ft. Inn. SC

Customer Reviews 5.0(8)

Work Experience(2)

Diverse Automation
Controls Engineer · Mar 2013 – Present
Active

Siemens S7 TIA Portal, KUKA KRC 4, BMW V8, PLC/Robot Programming GO5, GO6 Under Body, Programming Support Services. VDL at BMW, Greer SC. Kuka KRC4/Siemens S7-1200, Robot/PLC Programming, Programming Support Services, Kuka Assembly & Test - ZF Transmissions, Kuka, Ft. Inn. SC Siemens S7-1200, PLC Programming, Controls Engineering for BMW Universal Robot Project – BMW Greer-Spartanburg SC Siemens S7-300, PLC Programming, Faurecia E70/E71 Sonotronic Welding Cell - BMW, Faurecia Interior Systems, Ft. Inn, SC Siemens S7-300 & Fanuc RJ3, PLC & Robot Programming, BMW F15 Seat Back Robotic Glue & Wet-out Machine – BMW, Faurecia Interior Systems, FT. Inn, SC Siemens S7-300, PLC Programming, BMW F15 F16 Molykote Spray System – BMW, Faurecia Interior Systems, Ft. Inn, SC ABB IRC5, Robot Programming, Body Shop Processes – Ford, Kuka, Sterling Heights, MI ABB IRC5, Robot Programming, Maintenance Support - TI Automotive, Lavonia GA Fanuc 30iA, Robot Programming, Robot Production Maintenance Exhaust Systems – Faurecia Interior Systems, Spartanburg SC Allen Bradley Controllogix 500, PLC Programming, Body Panel Shutdown Programming – Tesla, ThyssenKrupp, Spartanburg, SC Kuka KRC4, Robot Programming, System Robot Support and Debug - US Marble, Johnson City, TN Diverse Automation Robot Training - ABB, Kuka, and Fanuc

D&D Automation
Controls Engineer · May 2005 – Mar 2013

Designed, Commissioned, Started, and Supported Model Launches for Automotive Manufacturers, OEM's and Tier one Suppliers throughout North America Programmed Siemens S7, Mitsubishi and Allen-Bradley platforms Cat 1,2,3,4 Safety Design Implementation Pneumatic Design Designed and Installed Control Systems for Body-in-White, Paint, and Assembly

Education / Training / Certificates(1)

Bachelor of Technology: Mechanical Systems Engineering
Conestoga College · Controls, 2007

Areas of study including: Microprocessors and Embedded Systems, Servo Control, Design for process, Design of Machine Elements, Analysis and Design of Mechanisms, Thermodynamics, Electrical Machines and Motion control Recipient of Excellence in Project contribution award, 2006 Eligible for P.Eng status in Ontario

Facilities Worked At(7)

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 Dustin do?
Dustin is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Dustin located?
Dustin is based in Greer, South Carolina.
What does Dustin specialize in?
Dustin works with Siemens, Allen Bradley / Rockwell, KUKA, Fanuc, ABB as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Is Dustin available for work?
Availability unknown. Dustin has not marked it recently.
How do I connect with or hire Dustin?
Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Dustin can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.