Thomas — Controls Engineer
Thomas
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Thomas
ProfessionalContractor #49592
Primary Occupation
Controls Engineer
Tucson, Arizona
34
Years Exp
Industries Served
Work History on Automate America
14Skills
8Experience
2yrsOn Platform
Achievements
3Tenure Gold2 years with us
Tenure
Skills Silver10 skills listed
Skills
Profile SilverA score of 60
Profile
Programming Skills (14)
Allen Bradley / Rockwell
RSLogix, FactoryTalk, RSLogix 5000, Panelview, FactoryTalk View, CompactLogix, SLC 500, MicroLogix Series, RSLogix 500, Studio 5000, PowerFlex AC Drives, RSLinx, PLC-5, 1756 ControlLogix Modules, ControlLogix 5000, RSView32, RSView Studio, GuardLogix, RSLogix 5, RSNetWorx
Wonderware
Intouch, Archestra, Indusoft
Cognex
Insight, In-Sight, Vision Pro, Dataman 8600, Checker Vision Systems, 2D and 3D vision systems, DM260 series, DM300 series, Explorer, IS7802, DataMan 360L, TBD, Verious
SAP
SAP/PLM
GE
Proficy, iFIX, Cimplicity, Proficy Machine Edition, VersaMax, Intellution IFIX, 9030, 9070, Rx3i, PACSystems RX3i, Machine Edition, PACSystems RXi, Rx71, Pax3XI
Yaskawa / Motoman
NX100, NX200, GP8, DX100, DX200, DX
Python
Python 3
Schneider Electric
Foxboro, quantum, Proface, Invensys, Modicon, Altivar, Concept, Unity Pro, Momentum, PL7, Modbus RTU, Modsoft, Unity Pro software, Foxboro IA, Wonderware Intouch, Quantum PAC, DeltaV, PacDrive
Siemens
S7, TIA Portal, WINCC, Simatic, SIMATIC S7-300, S5, WinCC Flex
ABB
RobotStudio, IRB, Safemove, IRB 6400, IRB6700, IRB6650, IRB1200
Dassault Systemes
Solidworks
Bosch
Indra Control M, Indra Control L, Bosch 6000
Fanuc
R-30iA, R-30iB, Handling Tool, Various, iRVision, Allen Bradley, Pallet Tool
Mitsubishi
various, Melsec, Mitsubishi GX Developer, MELSEC-F, GX Works
Skilled Trades (7)
Machine Learning
Model Adaptive Control
Autonomous Mobile Robotics
Process Control
Mechetronics
Spectrometry
Motion Control
Professional Competencies (5)
continuous improvement
Design
Leadership
Manufacturing
Robotics
Applications (9)
Assembly
Development
HMI
Integration
Packaging
Quality Control
Servo Drives
Troubleshooting
Vision
My Business
Company Name
BC Automation, Inc.
Will Work
Work Experience(8)
ReEnergy LLC
President · Feb 2023 – Present
EV Charging, Microgrid, and utility-scale distributed renewable energy capture and distribution systems. Remanufacturing and battery technologies.
BCAutomation.io
Consultant · Feb 2021 – Present
Autonomous mobile robotics, IoT, Machine learning, advanced manufacturing, and automation pioneer.
CanAm SpacePort
Consultant · Jan 2020 – Present
Chief Technologist for the CanAm SpacePort
Wunderlich Malec Engineering
Bussiness Unit Manager · Apr 2019 – Mar 2021
Founder of the Advanced Automation and Robotics business unit.
ISA International
President · Jan 2004 – Jan 2006
International Presidient of ARARD. The largest member body of the largest automation standards organization.
StoreMore Inc
President/Lead Engineer · Feb 2000 – Jun 2021
Custom automation machinery, fixed automation, and robotics. Autonomous Mobile Robotics, AS/RS and AGV systems.
Owner
Chief Technology Officer and Co Founder · May 1999 – May 2021
Control System Integration and custom automation focused on Industry 4.0 applications.
Wunderlich Malec Engineering
Sr. Instrumentation & Control System Engineer (Automation) · Jan 1995 – May 1999
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 Thomas do?
- Thomas is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Thomas located?
- Thomas is based in Tucson, Arizona.
- What does Thomas specialize in?
- Thomas works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Wonderware, Cognex, GE and SAP as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Thomas's skilled trades: Machine Learning, Model Adaptive Control, Autonomous Mobile Robotics, Process Control and Mechetronics.
- Is Thomas available for work?
- Availability unknown. Thomas has not marked it recently.
- How do I connect with or hire Thomas?
- Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Thomas can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.