Bekoka — Controls Engineer
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Programming Skills (19)
About Me
Summary
Electrical, Automation, and Controls with expertise in System Design, Installation (PLC, HMI, DCS, VSD, Power system and Switch Gears Wiring), Commissioning, and Certification.
Machine Learning with Python programming (TensorFlow, PyTorch), and delivering efficient, problem-solving solutions. From scratch, Project Management (PMO), Supervision, and System Integration (PLC, Schematic, BOM, wiring, and Installation). Part-Time (Online University Lecturer (Safety, Risk and System Reliability).
Skills
- PLC, BOM, Process (PID), SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Process planning, technical road mapping, Project Management, Leadership, Project Management, Leadership.
- Programming Style, Fault Tolerance and Redundancy systems, Problem-solving, Strategic planning and Quality Controls.
- Block Diagram Analysis, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Printed Circuit Board (PCB) failures, Preventive Maintenance Strategies.
- Reliability in Electronic System Design, Mechanical Engineering, Advanced Diagnostics and Troubleshooting, Software errors.
- Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Mechanic, Electrical Systems, Safety and Regulatory Compliance, and Technical Documentation. Cross-functional Team Collaboration.
Skilled Trades (8)
Software Competencies (6)
Professional Competencies (44)
Applications (12)
Why Choose Me
<p>I'm self-sponsored and can work for any employer in the USA without sponsorship</p>
Work Experience(7)
Nov 2024 - Present Part time Online Lecturer School of Mechanical (Safety, Risk, and Reliability) Engineering system Master's (Online), Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT), Australia. Developing engaging lecture materials to enhance student understanding and engagement. Reliability prediction method; Design for Reliability (DfR). Presenting complex information clearly, improving comprehension and retention. Reliability-centered maintenance strategies for mechanical components. Electronics systems and software reliability strategies. Human Reliability Analysis (HRA) methodologies; Reliability testing and data analysis. Predict maintainability and apply design strategies for maintainability. Design of Experiments (DOE) and Analysis of variances (ANOVA).
Jan 2020 – Nov 2024 Part Time Online Assistant Professor (School of Electrical) Bachelor and Master's (Online). Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT), Australia. Utilized interactive tools to boost student engagement and understanding. Developed course materials and guided students in electrical and programming tasks. Graded assignments and provided feedback to support academic progress. Facilitated discussions, improving participation and academic performance by 20%.
Texas. Develop and implement business strategies to achieve company goals. Programmed and troubleshot with Allen-Bradley PLCs (RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000) and Siemens (S7, TIA Portal, Sinamics, Simotion, Simovet) Designed HMI (FactoryTalk ME, WinCC), DCS (Scada), Robot (Fanuc), Wiring (MCC), Bill of Material (BOM), VSD, Communication devices and Certification. Recruited, Trained, adjusted, monitored, and maintained production in high efficiency and Availability. Production data Management Software (MPA, ERP, EWS), Vision system (Keyence) Managed conflicts, addressed roadblocks, and drove changes through Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) projects. Designed of experiment (DOE) and Analysis of variables (ANOVA). Contributed and participated in capital budget return on investment (ROI) projects. Improved performance and process efficiency (KPI & Lean), Reported back to the Senior Plant Managers.
Michigan. Programmed and troubleshot with Allen-Bradley PLCs (RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000, RSLink), Siemens (TIA Portal, Sinamics), VSD, and Mitsubishi PLC. Designed HMI, Robot (ABB), Wiring (MCC), VSD, Bill of Material (BOM), Communication devices and Certification. Recruited, Trained, adjusted, monitored, and maintained production in high efficiency and Availability. Managed conflicts, addressed roadblocks, and drove changes through Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) projects. Assigned team yearly goals and objectives as per engineering department. Improved performance and process efficiency (KPI & Lean), Reported back to the US Regional Manager and Corporates.
Massachusetts. Programmed and troubleshot with Allen-Bradley PLCs (RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000, RSLink), HMI, DCS(Scada), Robot (Fanuc), Wiring (MCC), VSD (PowerFlex), VSD, Communication devices, Bill of Material (BOM), and Certification Crossed-functional Team Collaboration to implement the Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Mechanic, Electrical Systems, Safety, and Technical Documentation Installed, Trained and performed Site acceptancy tests (SAT)or Factory acceptancy tests (FAT). Improved performance and process efficiency (KPI & Lean), Reported back to the Engineering Manager
Liebherr/ ZPMC Port Authority. Ship-to-shore Container Cranes, South-Africa. Installed, Maintained, and optimized Ship-to-shore container cranes safe lift weights of 120T/150T under hook for the Port Authority. Programmed and troubleshot with Codesys PLCs (Enduro), Computer based HMI (Win CC) Switch gear Wiring (MCC), VSD, Communication devices, VSD (DanFoss), Bill of Material (BOM), and Certification. Crossed-functional Team Collaboration to implement the Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Mechanic, Electrical Systems, Safety, and Technical Documentation. Performed different Ship-to-shore container cranes (STS) testing for the system reliability and availability. Installed, Trained and performed Site acceptancy tests (SAT). Reported back to the OEM company and different Port Stakeholders.
South-Africa. Installed, Wired and maintained electrical systems (MCC panels, PLC (Allen Bradley & Siemens), HMI and VSD Conducted preventive maintenance, repairs, Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Mechanic, Electrical Systems, Safety, and Technical Documentation. Optimized PLC codes, improved equipment efficiency, and commissioned projects to meet expectations.
Education / Training / Certificates(4)
*Engineering Practice and Key Research Methodology *Technology Evaluation and Intellectual Property *Applied Mathematical Modelling and Simulation *Data Acquisition *Research Project Proposal *Advanced Data Analysis *Doctoral Dissertation Research Paper 1 *Big Data Analysis and Pattern Recognition *Doctoral Dissertation Research Paper 2 *Doctoral Dissertation
* Master's Thesis * Industrial Automation *Industrial Data Communications (IDC) 2 *Advanced Process control ( APC) * Predicting Model Process Control (MPC) 2 *Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (Scada) *Distributed control systems ( DCS) 2. *Project Management *Industrial Data Communications 1 *Safety Systems *Professional Engineering Management *Professional Practice Hands On Workshop *Professional Experience *Hands on workshop 1 *Hands on workshop 2 *Hands on workshop 3 *Hands on workshop 4
* Power Plant Engineering * Industrial data communications * Process Engineering (Plant Layout) * Safety Systems (HAC, HAZOPS, SIS) * Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) * Industrial Process instrumentation (PI) * Industrial Process Control Systems (PCS) * Project Management of Industrial Automation (PMP) * Supervisory Control and Data Acquisitions (Scada) *Distribution Control Systems (DCS).
*Power Distribution *Chemical Engineering *Process Control system (PCS) *Industrial Data Communications *Advanced Process Control (APC) *Distributed Control Systems (DCS) *Tuning of Industrial Control Loops *Boiler Control and Instrumentation *Radio Telemetry Systems for Industry *Process Plant Layout and Piping Design *Hazardous Areas and Operations (Hazop) *Wireless, Ethernet and TCP/IP Networking *Motor Protection, Control and Maintenance *Shielding, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) *Control Valve Sizing, Selection and Maintenance *Instrumentation for Automation and Process Control *Project Management for Electrical, Instrumentation and Process *Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems for Industry *Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) for Automation and Process Control *Safety and Emergency Shutdown Systems (using IEC 61511 and IEC 61508) * Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), Noise Reduction, Earthing and Circuit Board Layout.
Facilities Worked At(6)
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 Bekoka do?
- Bekoka is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Bekoka located?
- Bekoka is based in Denton, Texas.
- What does Bekoka specialize in?
- Bekoka works with LabVIEW, AWS, Mitsubishi, Siemens, CoDeSys as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Is Bekoka available for work?
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- Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Bekoka can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.