Meet — Automation Engineer

Programmed Nachi robots for spot, MIG, and fastener welding, improving weld quality and production speed.

- Programmed and optimized robotic systems with ABB Robot Studio to improve paint application efficiency. - Trained Paint Technicians and worked with teams to improve robotic automation processes.

- Integrated Cognex/Keyence vision systems for welding quality checks, improving defect detection.

Guelph, Ontario, Canada - Spearheaded various capital projects- AP Booth, Base/Clear Coat Robot Upgrade, Prime and Powder Booth install. - Built an ML model to classify factory events using Python (TensorFlow, scikit-learn), supporting predictive maintenance and automated recovery in production. - Programmed and optimized robotic systems with ABB Robot Studio to improve paint application efficiency. - Automated repetitive tasks using Power Automate and Python, increasing productivity. - Created Power BI reports to support data-driven decisions in production. - Identified and addressed production inefficiencies, leading to cost savings. - Trained Paint Technicians and worked with teams to improve robotic automation processes.

Guelph, Ontario, Canada - Led a continuous improvement project that saved $450,900 annually. - Developed an automated robot backup solution using ABB PC-SDK. - Programmed PLCs and HMIs with RS Logix and FactoryTalk systems to support operations. - Troubleshot and improved ABB robotic systems, Robview design and paint equipment. - Designed and maintained electrical schematics to ensure equipment reliability. - Supported pre-launch activities and equipment installations. - Contributed to various continuous improvement initiatives.

Elora, Ontario, Canada - Programmed Nachi robots for spot, MIG, and fastener welding, improving weld quality and production speed. - Enhanced processes through PLC (Omron) programming, robot programming, and HMI (GX Pro) setups. - Integrated Cognex/Keyence vision systems for welding quality checks, improving defect detection. - Trained team members on process updates and maintained documentation, including CAD drawings and SOPs.

(Co-op & Part-time) Kitchener, Ontario, Canada - Designed robotic packaging solutions using Sepro Robots to improve production efficiency. - Implemented a Cognex Vision System for parts inspection, enhancing quality control. - Documented changeover and robotic operations for setup technicians. - Created product and manufacturing drawings for robot EOAT using CAD software. - Performed motion and time studies to increase manufacturing efficiency