Manuel — Controls Engineer
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Programming Skills (5)
Studio5000, RSLogix 5000, Ignition 7.9 and 8.1, FactoryTalk View
About Me
QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience in Controls engineering for Automotive assembly lines (BIW and closures) at Tesla, Rivian and Lucid Motors.
• Offline development, commissioning and debugging PLC logic (Allen Bradley) and HMI projects (FactoryTalk View & Ignition). Additionally, worked on improving cycle and production support.
• Commissioning safety devices such as safety modules, safety gates, emergency Estops, light curtains, safety scanners (Keyence); as well as communication and pneumatic modules like Balluff, SMC and Turck.
• Experience with Ethernet IP, Profinet and IO Link.
• Interpretation of pneumatics and electrical diagrams.
• Worked with Kuka and FANUC robots with different applications such as spot welding, FDS, SPR, sealer application and material handling.
• Commissioning of vision systems for Amazon sites using Cognex DataMan.
• Virtual commissioning of new assembly lines for Rivian using Process Simulate software, OPC UA and PLC Allen Bradley.
• Set up of Power Flex and SEW VFDs, and set up and tunning of Kinetix 5500 and 5700 Servo motors.
• Basic knowledge on Roboguide and Fanuc robots programming and teaching.
COMPUTER SKILLS
I have experience with Studio5000, RSLogix 5000, Ignition 7.9 and 8.1, FactoryTalk View, Process Simulate, Copia Automation, Banner IO Link Configuration. 3DExperience, Python, Cognex Dataman, Office (Word, Excel).
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Work Experience(3)
My responsibilities at R&E Automated include: • Highly experienced with offline PLC logic and HMI project development. • Help oversee and manage project progress. • Extremely capable with setup, communication checks, manual IO checks, Dry cycle for sequence and cycle time improvement, as well as physical part runs and production launch. • Worked alongside automation companies as JR Automation and Ehrhardt Automation to develop and commission robotics and automated lines for clients as John Deere and Amazon. • Troubleshooting, offline programming, onsite commissioning, Debugging and production support.
My responsibilities at GEC-VAC include: • Offline PLC logic and HMI projects development. • Assist to meetings with clients for a better understanding of the process and feedback. • Travel to customer facilities for controls commissioning: this includes devices setup, communication check, IO manual check, Dry cycle for sequence and cycle time confirmation, and Wet cycle. • Production support and logic modifications requested by the client. • Virtual commissioning engineer: PLC logic debugging and cycle time improvement alongside mechanical and robotics team using Process Simulate. • Training to personnel (maintenance and operators).
My responsibilities at Vector Automation include: • Commissioning of Cognex vision systems at Amazon sites. • Mechanical and electrical mounting and installation of vision tunnels. • Communication set up of cameras and encoders with the central PCU. • Adjustment of devices and system parameters to have a better reading of images due to conveyor speed. • Training to personnel.
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 Manuel do?
- Manuel is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Manuel located?
- Manuel is based in Tlalnepantla de Baz, México.
- What does Manuel specialize in?
- Manuel works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Cognex, Keyence, Fanuc and KUKA as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Is Manuel available for work?
- Availability unknown. Manuel has not marked it recently.
- How do I connect with or hire Manuel?
- Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Manuel can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.