Abel — Automation Specialist

I am specialist in Siemens PLC programming, working in projects for automotive manufacturers and autoparts manufacturers since 2011. During my career, I have delivered projects by my own and as partner of Germans companies as JWFroelich and Gudel at Ford, VW, Fiat, GM and Scania.

I have worked in multiple projects developing, instaling and commissioning Keyence cameras to companies as Mahle, Valeo, Volkswagen, MAN.

Delivered projects at VW, Mahe and MWM (Brazilian Engine Manufaturer Company), installing and commissioning barcode readers and vision systems.

Worked in multiple projects commissioning systems and equipments with Rocwell/AB controllers

I am not an specialist, but I have knowledg enough to draw parts and build assemblies. I have an licence of Solidworks Standard

I am not a mechanic engineer, but I am used to use Solidworks

I have worked through my career as commissioner for Brazilian and German companies as JWFroehlich (still work with them, being the principal software engineer in Brazil - and Gudel, delivering projects for VW, Fiat, Ford, GM and Scania.

I have worked with my own company from 2017 till the beginning of 2026, with a team of over 20 people, delivering automation projects for automotive industry

I have worked as software developer since 2011, starting with small projects for autoparts industry and after few years worked in bigger projects at automotive industry.

I work with E-plan since 2008

Woking as a contractor for equipments in Brazil. Led integration, commissioning, startup, and operational validation of industrial testing equipment for automotive manufacturing environments. Developed and adapted industrial software solutions for automated testing and validation systems. Performed PLC programming, HMI configuration, troubleshooting, and system optimization activities. Supported electrical integration, industrial communication, and production system interfaces. Coordinated technical activities between Brazilian operations and German engineering teams. Delivered technical support, customer training, and post-commissioning assistance. Worked directly with global automotive manufacturers including Volkswagen do Brasil, Fiat, and Ford Motor Company. Supported production ramp-up, process optimization, and manufacturing reliability improvements.

Founded and managed an industrial automation and software integration company focused on Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing and advanced machine vision solutions. Successfully delivered more than 60 industrial automation and systems integration projects for automotive and manufacturing companies. Led complete project lifecycles including software architecture, PLC programming, HMI development, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, after-sales support, and production optimization. Recognized by customers and industry professionals for delivering high-performance automation solutions in demanding industrial environments. Delivered projects for multinational companies including Volkswagen do Brasil, MAHLE, MWM, Randon, Valeo and Brose.

Worked as a contractor Supported integration, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting and optimization of automated conveyor systems, overhead gantry systems (portals) and shuttle transport systems for automotive manufacturing facilities. Worked directly with automated material handling and industrial transport technologies used in high-volume automotive production operations. Performed PLC integration, industrial networking, diagnostics, operational validation and production support activities. Collaborated with customer engineering, maintenance and manufacturing teams during launch and startup phases. Supported automation and transport system projects for Volkswagen do Brasil and Scania manufacturing operations. Gained hands-on experience with large-scale industrial logistics systems, manufacturing flow optimization and advanced automated transport technologies.

Coordinated industrial automation software development, commissioning, and startup activities. Led PLC and HMI software implementation for manufacturing and industrial systems. Developed and optimized industrial automation software for manufacturing applications.

Developed electrical schematics, automation documentation, and industrial control panel designs. Created electrical projects using EPLAN Electric P8. Supported mechanical and industrial integration activities using SolidWorks.