Engineer Controls

James Ferrier Sr.

**** ********* **., **** *****, Ohio 45693

937-***-**** ? Cell 937-***-**** ? **********@***.***

www.linkedin.com/in/jamesferriersr

Controls Engineer

Controls developer with successful history of electrical design, program

development, and operator interfaces utilizing the latest technologies to

create leaner manufacturing. Developer for Special Machines to meet lean

manufacturing

concepts

Adept to readily gathering and translating internal and external customer

complex requirements into viable solutions. Strong machine design

background and control device programming have provided the knowledge to

develop systems that are cost effective but complete and effective as

controls. Developed control systems in team environment or as an

individual. Strong Instrumentation and Controls experience in machining,

assembly, and process industries. Experience includes metal, paper,

chemical, conveyor, food, pharmaceutical, custom machines, and packaging

industries.

PLC's: Allen Bradley CompactLogix, ControlLogix, 5 Series,

500 Series, and 2 Series, Siemens S5 and S7, Omron,

Automation Direct; GE Fanuc, A/B Micrologix

Hmi's: PanelView; VersaView; C-More; Wonderware;

Siemens WinCC; Panelmate; PanelView Plus; Cimplicity;

FactoryTalk RSView ME and SE

Design: Banner, Cognex, DVT, Sensors, and Keyance Vision

Programs and Development

Software: Microsoft Office; Project; XP; Vista; Access; A/B

RSLinx; RSLogix 5, 500, and 5000; RSNet; RSSql;

RSTools; FactoryTalk; Visual Basic; C++, Etap

Production: Maintenance Maximo and MMII Software;

Utilization/Development using Sensors, Actuators

Motion Control using VFD and Servos Motors

Automation: Robots - ABB, Fanuc, Adept, Motoman and Kuka

Networks: Ethernet, Profibus, Modbus, DeviceNet, MPI, and Data

Highway,

Serial RS232 & 485

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EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS

RANSOHOFF, DIV. CTG, Cincinnati, Ohio

3/2008 - 4/2009

Sr. Controls Engineer - Machine Controls - Under Contract -

Belcan

Provided electrical controls system development, program development,

and program support for custom industrial cleaning machines. Interfaced

with internal mechanical and external mechanical customers.

- Developed Functional and Hardware Specifications

- Developed and Programmed A/B and Siemens PLCs and HMIs

- Developed Safety Control Systems

- Developed Schematics and Panel Layout

- Created BOMs and Purchased Parts

- Performed FAT (Factory Automation Test) and SAT (Site

Automation Test)

- Developed Test Procedures for verification of controls

- Performed Customer Implementation and

Installation)/Commissioning

- Successfully designed systems to meet NEA, NFPA, IEEE, EU,

CSA, and CE acceptance

- Developed programs in Spanish and for Czech Republic

SUPERIOR CONTROLS, Plymouth, Michigan

1/2008 - 3/2008

Controls Engineer - IT

Served as core member of a team that programmed and implemented a FIS

system for Ford Motor Company. The system was to enhance the ability to

predict reason and location of production stoppage (downtime) and to

inform maintenance of a possible correction.

- Developed and Programmed PLCs and HMIs

- Created Network design for central control point and dispatch

- Corrected existing programs errors

- Performed Simulation Programs

- Performed Customer Implementation and Commissioning

MAKINO, Mason, Ohio

10/2007 - 1/2008

Controls Engineer - Programmer - Under Contract - - Under

Contract - PPP Careers

Performed the programming of a machining cell for gearboxes with robotic

load and unloading with vision system verification and stamping station

for part number.

- Programmed PLCs and HMIs

- Developed Safety Control System

- Developed Device Net networks

- Developed Robotic Interface

- Performed FAT (Factory Automation Test) and SAT (Site

Automation Test)

- Developed Test Procedures for verification of controls

- Performed Customer Implementation and

Installation/Commissioning

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FEDERAL EQUIPMENT CO., Cincinnati, Ohio

1/2007 - 9/2007

Controls Engineer - Control System Development - Under Contract -

MBS

Performed with a team to create all the controls for an aircraft carrier

elevator system. Developed the requirements to meet Military standards.

- Developed Software and Hardware Specifications

- Developed the requirements to meet Navy Specifications

- Wrote the EMI/EMC procedures

- Analyzed Vendors Quotes and Product Reliability

- Programmed PLCs and HMIs

- Developed Schematics and Panel Layout

- Created BOMs and Purchased Parts meeting EMI/EMC Standards

- Performed FAT (Navy Automation Test) and SAT (Site Automation

Test)

- Developed Test Procedures for verification of controls

- Performed Customer Implementation and Installation

ST. BERNARD SOAP CO., Cincinnati, Ohio

9/2006 - 1/2007

Controls Engineer - Process Controls - Under Contract - GPA

Performed the development of a control system to manage effluent system

to meet city and EPA requirements. Developed packaging line setup

automation programs to allow for faster setups and leaner manufacturing

procedures.

- Programmed PLCs and HMIs

- Developed Ethernet and Data Highway network for controls

- Accomplished developing control system for Effluent per

requirements and passed government tests

- Increased Production by reducing setup time and loss of

product

- Successfully managed customer implementation and installation

within budget constraints

ROCKWELL AUTOMATION, Cincinnati, Ohio 2/2006 -

9/2006

Controls Engineer - Operations Support - Under Contract - Belcan

Performed field support for the Blast Furnaces Controls while the steel

company was on strike and staff operated the equipment. Selected because

involved in programming of the original new equipment while at A/B.

- Programmed PLCs and HMIs

- Developed Ethernet and Data Highway networks for controls

- Accomplished developing control system changes to improve for

leaner operation while on standby

- Tested Instrumentation and repaired if required

- Calibrated Instruments on schedule or if required

- Installed replacement parts

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DELPHI AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS, Vandalia Ohio 11/2002 - 2/2006

Manufacturing and Controls Engineer - Special Machines - Under

Contract - Manpower

Individually developed control systems for automotive airbags, instrument

panels, and steering wheels. Involved controls for product development

equipment, assembly machines, and test stations.

- Developed Software and Hardware Specifications

- Programmed A/B PLCs and HMIs

- Developed Schematics and Panel Layout

- Created BOMs and Purchased Parts

- Performed FAT (Factory Automation Test) and SAT (Site

Automation Test)

- Designed and wrote Operator and Maintenance Manuals

- Developed Test Procedures for verification of controls

- Performed Customer Implementation and Installation

- Developed parameters and design concepts for special machines

TECHNICAL RESOURCES CONSULTING, West Union, OH

3 /2002 - 11/2002

Manufacturing and Controls Engineer - Process Development

Provided programs and development of a robotic-guided laser cutter to

trim shoe soles, to unload parts, and to pour poly into molds. Machine

cut on rotary pallet conveyor. Machine was sent to China

- Same functions as performed at Delphi.

- Accomplished successful development of faster trim system and

leaner manufacturing for greater ability to compete on the

world market.

GENERAL MOTORS, NAO, Detroit, MI 3/1996-

3/2002

Controls Engineer - Site Implementation Manager - B.I.W. Maintenance

System Developer - Under Contract - Contract Professionals Inc

Integral part of a team of engineers (CRW) utilized by GM to develop FIS

and Control systems for leaner manufacturing and improved production.

Systems developed for Quality, Production, and Maintenance. Performed

Site Management for implementation and installation of control systems.

Developed startup and field-testing and verification plan and

implemented.

- Assisted team developed Software and Hardware Specifications

- Performed Implementation of IT FIS Systems

o QAS - Quality AndOn System

o MASS - Control System Support

o CQIS - Common Quality Information System

o EMS - Energy Management System

o DTR - Downtime Tracking Reports System

o EPS - Electronic Pull System

o EP - Error Proofing

o PSAM - Paint Shop Management System

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o PT&R - Production Tracking and Routing

o Maximo - Maintenance Management Support System

o C-More - Throughput

o PM&C - Production Monitoring and Control

- Programmed PLCs and HMIs

- Developed Schematics and Panel Layout

- Created BOMs and Purchased Parts

- Performed FAT (Factory Automation Test) and SAT (Site

Automation Test)

- Developed Test Procedures for verification of controls

- Supervised Skilled Trades Personnel

- Developed Interim PM Program and Assisted in Implementation

of Maximo

CHRYSLER CORP, St. Louis, MO

12/1994-12/1996

Manufacturing and Controls Engineer - Assembly - Kuka Robotics

Employee

Assisted team in controls programming and field installation of

Decking Machine, robots, and welding equipment. Performed field

program and operator interface changes per customers

Requirements, requests, and to their satisfaction.

- Successful startup of equipment and on schedule

- Field costs held to within budget

- Received customer approval and acceptance signoff

ANHEUSER BUSCH, St. Louis, MO

7/1994-12/1994

Controls Engineer - Packaging

Developed controls and programming for can and bottle carton packaging

machines and palletizers for corporate breweries.

- Assisted team developed Software and Hardware Specifications

- Programmed PLCs and HMIs

- Developed Schematics and Panel Layout

- Created BOMs for Purchased Control Parts

ANN ARBOR COMPUTER, Ann Arbor, MI 8/1993-

7/1994

Controls Engineer - System

Performed with a team in the development of programs and operator

interfaces for the international airport baggage handling system in

Cincinnati, Ohio. Utilized sensors of various types in this system.

- Assisted team developed Software and Hardware Specifications

- Programmed PLCs and HMIs

- Developed Schematics and Panel Layout

- Created BOMs and Purchased Parts

- Performed Installation Supervision and Commissioning

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ALCON LABATORIES, Ft Worth, TX

3/1993-8/1993

Controls Validation Engineer

Viable member of team performing validation of controls and made changes

to meet FDA and Government requirements for GMP.

- Assisted team in program and installation validation

- Programmed PLCs and HMIs

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CLARK DIETZ ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS

CHAMPAIGN, IL

9/1992-3/1993

Instrument and Controls Engineer - Process Development

Individually designed and developed the entire process equipment

selection and controls systems for Kraft Cheese Whiz microwaveable

containers product packaging.

- Developed Software and Hardware Specifications

- Programmed PLCs and HMIs

- Developed Schematics and Panel Layout

- Created BOMs and Purchased Parts

- Performed FAT (Factory Automation Test) and SAT (Site

Automation Test)

- Designed and wrote Operator and Maintenance Manuals

- Developed Test Procedures for verification of controls

- Interfaced with contractors on installation

- Process equipment selection

PROCTOR AND GAMBLE, Greensboro, NC 2/1992-

9/1993

Controls Engineer

Developed Programming of instrumentation and controls for processes of

health and beauty products and for installation of newly purchased

product manufacturing line.

- Programmed PLCs and HMIs

- Developed Schematics and Panel Layout

- Performed FAT (Factory Automation Test) and SAT (Site

Automation Test)

- Developed Test Procedures for verification of controls

- Performed customer implementation and installation management

- Instrument calibration

- Developed and designed Motion Control Systems

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NORDSON CORP, Amherst, OH

8/1991-2/1992

Controls Engineer

Developed programs for new Chrysler Jefferson Paint facilities. Involved

in initial programming with a team and then individually performed field

electrical installation startup programming to correct for customer

requirements and desired improvements.

- Programmed PLCs and HMIs

- Developed Schematics and Panel Layout

- Performed FAT (Factory Automation Test) and SAT (Site

Automation Test)

- Developed Test Procedures for verification of controls

- Performed customer implementation and installation management

- Instrument calibration

- Developed and designed Motion Control Systems

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

Studies in Mechanical Engineering,

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY, East Lansing, MI

Studies for Associates Electrical Engineering

ILLINOIS INSTITUTE of TECHNOLOGY, Chicago, IL

Project Management Training - Goodyear

AKRON UNIVERSITY, Akron, OH

Psychology and Personnel Courses

HUNTINGTON UNIVERSITY, Huntington, IN

Professional Development

- Wireless Communication

- Data Highway, Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet, DeviceNet,

ControlNet

And Serial Industrial Communications

- Mechanical and Electrical AutoCAD 2009 Software

- Digital and Analog I/O

- Hydraulics and Pneumatics System Design

- Manufacturing and Testing Machine Design

- Program Management

- Controls Validation, GMP

- A/B Training Schools

- Siemens School

- Multiple Axis Motion Control Systems

- Machine Design

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