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 Franklin do?

Franklin is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.

Where is Franklin located?

Franklin is based in Clawson, MI.

What does Franklin specialize in?

Franklin works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Emerson, GE, Honeywell and Siemens as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Franklin's skilled trades: Production Support, Maintenance and Manager.

How do I connect with or hire Franklin?

Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Franklin can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

Franklin — Controls Engineer

Franklin, Controls Engineer in Clawson, MI, works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Emerson, GE and Honeywell.

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Franklin

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Primary Occupation

Controls Engineer

Clawson, MI

years of experience

#51296

Industries Served

AutomotiveOil and GasChemical ProcessingPetrochemicalManufacturingbreweryPharmaceutical

Languages

Portuguese

Conversational

English

Conversational

Work Preferences

✓Work Nights & Afternoons

✓Work Saturdays

✓Work Sundays

✓Valid Passport

Work History on Automate America

1yrOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Programming Skills 6

Allen Bradley / Rockwell

1756 ControlLogix Modules, CompactLogix, ControlLogix 5000, FactoryTalk, FactoryTalk View, GuardLogix, Panelview, PLC-5, RSLinx, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, RSNetWorx, RSView Studio, RSView32, SLC 500, Studio 5000

20 yrs★★★★★

Honeywell

C200/C200E, C300 Controller, Experion PKS, FSC, SM

5 yrs★★★★☆

Emerson

Emerson Delta V

5 yrs★★★★☆

Emerson

Delta V SIS

4 yrs★★★★☆

iFIX, Intellution IFIX

3 yrs★★★★☆

Siemens

TIA Portal, SIMATIC S7-300, S7-1500

1 yr★★☆☆☆

Tenure

silver

Profile

silver

Skills

bronze

About Me

Committed to integrity, transparency, honesty, respect, collaboration and care for the people around me, clients and companies I work for with the purpose of creating a pleasant, productive and safe environment.

Skilled Trades 3

Production Support

★★★★☆

Maintenance

★★★☆☆

Manager

★★★☆☆

Software Competencies 5

Allen Bradley

FactoryTalk Studio

iFix

Panelview

RSView

Professional Competencies 8

Commissioning

★★★★☆

Debugging

★★★★☆

Design

★★☆☆☆

Engineering

★★★★☆

Execution of basic and detailed engineering design at of Basic and Detailed System Architectures, Equipment and Software Specifications, Logical Sequences, I/O Lists, Communication and Memory Maps.

Ethernet Networks

★★★★☆

Ethernet IP, DeviceNet, ProfiNet, Profibus, Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP

Fieldbus

★★☆☆☆

PLC Programming

★★★★☆

Skilled programmer Rockwell Controllogix, CompacLogix, SLC 500, PLC 5, Emerson Delta V DCS, Honeywell Experion DCS and others.

SCADA

★★★★☆

Skilled programmer Rockwell FactoryTalk View, IFix, Delta V, Honeywell Experion.

Applications 18

Assembly

★★☆☆☆

Commissioning

★★☆☆☆

Configuration

★★★★☆

Conveyors

★★☆☆☆

DCS Systems

★★★★☆

Development

★★☆☆☆

Framing

★★★☆☆

HMI

★★☆☆☆

Integration

★★★☆☆

Maintenance

★★☆☆☆

Material Handling

★★☆☆☆

Painting

★★★☆☆

PLC and HMI

★★★★☆

Production Support

★★☆☆☆

Sealer and Adhesive

★★★☆☆

Troubleshooting

★★★★☆

Underbody

★★★☆☆

Vision

★★☆☆☆

Tools, Machines & Equipment 5

FixturesComputerBasic Hand ToolsBasic Electrical ToolsDigital Multimeter

Why Choose Me

I'm dynamic, diligent and highly dedicated technical professional with extensive experience and knowledge of Industrial Automation domain.

Work Experience3

Controls Engineer

DVS TECHNOSOFT INC

Jul 2022 – Jan 2025

Industrial Automation Solutions, commissioning, debug, troubleshooting, program improvements, modifications and production support to ASRS (GM), Conveyance, Material Handling and Bodyshop (Ford).

Senior Control Technician

JCO America Corporation

Jul 2021 – Mar 2022

Independent contractor providing client support and upgrade of automation control systems in the Paint Shop at Chrysler Warren Truck Assembly Plant. Liaise with the maintenance manager and implement agreed solutions.

Engineering Manager

View Engineering and Automation Ltda

Aug 1997 – May 2021

Preparation of commercial proposals for the execution of services to automation, supply of industrial automation equipment, coordination of automation project team. Programing for PLCs, SCADA Systems, HMI and DCS from scratch.

Education / Training / Certificates3

Certificate

Macomb Community College · Global Common Controls Software (GCCS-2)

2022

Certified GCCS-2 Rev7.0 - Global Common Control Software.

Certificate

Macomb Community College · Global Common Controls Hardware (GCCS-2)

2022

Certified GCCH-1 - Global Common Control Hardware.

Technical Degree

CEFET-RJ - Federal Center for Technological Education of Rio de Janeiro · Electronics

1986

One of the best technical schools in Brazil with one of the most difficult and competitive selection processes.

Facilities Worked At4

Hamtramck. Michigan

Jun 2023 – Jan 2025

Ford

Wayne, Michigan

Nov 2022 – Apr 2023

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA)

Warren, Michigan

Jul 2021 – Mar 2022

Dow Chemical/ Dupont

Bahia, Brazil

Jan 2011 – Dec 2020

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 Franklin do?: Franklin is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Franklin located?: Franklin is based in Clawson, MI.
What does Franklin specialize in?: Franklin works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Emerson, GE, Honeywell and Siemens as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Franklin's skilled trades: Production Support, Maintenance and Manager.
How do I connect with or hire Franklin?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Franklin can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

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