Dylan — Controls Engineer
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An engineer residing in South Africa.
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Consulting engineer for software development across a variety of industries, including automotive and aerospace. Functions include advising hardware design, conducting installation and commissioning activities as well as managing small to medium sized controls teams. Responsibilities: PLC Programming (SIEMENS Step7, TIA Portal) HMI Design and Programming (TIA Portal) Drive Technology (SIEMENS) Peripheral Device Integration (Scanners, Cameras, Load Cells etc.) Controls Documentation
Consulting engineer for software development across a variety of industries, including automotive and aerospace. Functions include advising hardware design, conducting installation and commissioning activities as well as managing small to medium sized controls teams. Responsibilities: PLC Programming (SIEMENS Step7, TIA Portal) HMI Design and Programming (TIA Portal) Drive Technology (SIEMENS) Peripheral Device Integration (Scanners, Cameras, Load Cells etc.) Controls Documentation Projects: 777 FAUB BOEING | USA | 06/2015 – PRESENT Role: Lead Programmer – Software development, process design, management of development team, in-house commissioning and on-site install. Description: The Fuselage Automated Upright Build (FAUB), will be the baseline manufacturing process for the 777X and prior to that, for assembling fuselages for current 777 models. It's the first time Boeing will use such technology to manufacture wide-body commercial airplanes. The pulse line uses guided KUKA robots equipped with end effectors to do the riveting currently performed by workers using handheld tools. The robots will work on the forward and aft sections, installing up to 60,000 fasteners per 777 fuselage, quickly and with great precision. Responsibilities include PLC programming, HMI design and programming, management of junior controls engineers, control systems review and change specification, interfacing with 3rd party vendor applications for production data and process control.
Responsible for software and hardware design for special purpose machinery for the food and beverage industry. Functions also include supporting and servicing existing machinery, conducting installation and commissioning activities as well as managing small, cross-functional project teams. Responsibilities: PLC Programming (SIEMENS Step7, TIA Portal) HMI Design and Programming (TIA Portal) Control Systems Design (EPLAN) Drive Technology (SIEMENS) Peripheral Device Integration (Scanners, Cameras, Load Cells etc.) Controls Documentation Projects: GUACAMOLE FILL AND SEAL PLASTIC CUP LINE WESTFALIA | RSA | 12/2014 – 05/2015 Role: Senior Programmer and Control Systems Designer – Control system design, Software development, in-house commissioning and on-site install. Description: With increased reliability and for its ease of recycling, plastic packaging for preserved foodstuffs is becoming increasingly popular. This plastic cup line is a high speed fill and seal packaging line for the mass production of packaged Guacamole. The process includes maintaining constant fill volumes and feed rates with a high degree of accuracy. The machine is required to maintain product quality while being able to maintain functionality in a near clean room environment, often being subjected to cleaning with highly abrasive chemicals. Responsibilities include software development, controls systems design and the coordination of the installation team.
Responsible for software design for special purpose machinery predominately for the automotive industry. Functions also include supporting and advising hardware design, conducting installation and commissioning activities as well as managing small, cross-functional project teams. Responsibilities: PLC Programming (SIEMENS Step7, TIA Portal) HMI Design and Programming (WinCC Flex, TIA Portal) Integrated Systems Development (Labview, SQL) Drive Technology (SEW, SIEMENS) Projects: DYNAMIC BRAKE ADJUSTMENT FACILITY ZF | CHINA | 06/2013 – 08/2013 Role: Lead Programmer – Software development, in-house commissioning and on-site install. Description: Part of the stringent quality control which accompanies their high production standards. BMW requires that all break assemblies be pre-adjusted before fitment to production vehicles in order to produce optimal performance right off the factory floor. The facility performed the dynamic bedding and pre – adjustment of brake assemblies under simulated driving conditions for performance motor vehicles. Responsibilities include the PLC programming, design and programming of the HMI. HARD STUFF CANNING LINE FAURECIA | SPAIN | 10/2013 – 02/2014 Role: Lead Programmer – Software development, in-house commissioning and on-site install. Description: Following more traditional catalytic converter assembly methods, this production line stuffs mat and monolith combinations into specifically sized cans for each part. Monoliths are precision measured and mats weighed to produce precision specification parts for use in full exhaust assemblies. Responsibilities include PLC programming, HMI design and development, development of a 3rd party application for database interfacing used for part tracking. HYBRID CANNING AND SHRINKER LINE FAURECIA | INDIA | 03/2014 – 08/2014 Role: Lead Programmer – Software development, in-house commissioning and on-site install. Description: This catalytic converter production line combined more traditional hard stuff canning methods and newer soft stuff processes to create a hybrid canning facility capable of producing multiple part variants for exhaust assemblies. Responsibilities include PLC programming, HMI design and development, development of a 3rd party application for database interfacing used for part tracking.
Responsible for continued support of existing solutions, assisting customers in the event of a breakdown and facilitating small modifications as requested by the customer. Functions also include assisting the controls team with software development for new projects. Responsibilities: Maintenance and support of existing machinery PLC Programming (SIEMENS Step7, TIA Portal) HMI Design and Programming (WinCC Flex, TIA Portal)
Education / Training / Certificates(1)
Design and manufacture of a force and impact position sensing apparatus for ITF Taekwondo power breaking. The project involved areas of mechanical, electrical and IT from design stage to practical implementation. Under the supervision of ID Control Director Mr. Patrick Booth-Jones the project was completed in November 2012.
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 Dylan do?
- Dylan is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is Dylan located?
- Dylan is based in Cape Town, Western Cape.
- What does Dylan specialize in?
- Dylan works with Siemens as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Is Dylan available for work?
- Availability unknown. Dylan has not marked it recently.
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- Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Dylan can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.






