Industrial Automation Continuous Improvement

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SAURABH PATEL

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Kitchener, ON

PROFILE

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3+ years of hands-on experience in PLC, HMI programming, SCADA systems, and field instrumentation across water and industrial automation sectors.

Recently enhanced technical expertise through postgraduate studies in Robotics and Industrial Automation at Conestoga College, Ontario.

Results-driven professional with strong problem-solving abilities, proactive initiative, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

SKILLS

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PLC & HMI: Rockwell Allen Bradley (RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000), FactoryTalk View ME/SE.

Robotics: ABB, FANUC, KUKA, MOTOMAN

SCADA: FactoryTalk View

Instrumentation: Flowmeters, Level/Pressure Transmitters, Actuators, Sensors.

Controls: VFDS (AB), Pneumatic Systems.

Communication Protocols: Ethernet/IP, PROFINET.

Other: Arduino, Microsoft Office Suite.

WORK EXPERIENCE

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CONTROL ENGINEER JUN 2021 – OCT 2023

Shree rang corporation and Skyway Infra Projects, SURAT, INDIA

Designed and developed PLC programs and HMI interfaces for automating a water distribution system, reducing manual intervention by 10% and improving response time.

Delivered comprehensive on-site technical support, commissioning, and system startup phases to ensure smooth project execution.

Installed, calibrated, and tested critical field instruments, including flow meters, pressure sensors, to optimize system performance and accuracy.

Collaborated with the SCADA team to integrate real-time data acquisition, enhancing system monitoring.

Conducted thorough testing and troubleshooting of control systems, verified functionality that resolved 100% pre-handover issues, enabling smooth project delivery.

Developed process documentation and control procedures, enabling knowledge transfer to operations and maintenance teams, reducing post-handover support by 40%. SCADA SPECIALIST JAN 2020 – APR 2021

Inception Engineering and Skyway Infra Projects, Surat, India

Assisted in the design and development of SCADA systems, supporting integration with PLCS and field devices.

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Supported SCADA integration that enabled real-time data logging of 100+ process variables, improving diagnostic capabilities.

Participated in planning sessions to understand system requirements and collaborated with senior engineers on system architecture and deployment.

Operated and monitored SCADA systems to ensure the optimal performance and reliability of industrial processes.

Diagnosed and resolved SCADA system and network-related issues, reducing downtime and maintaining continuous operations.

EDUCATION

Robotics and Industrial Automation JAN 2024 – APR 2025 Conestoga College, Cambridge.

Main subjects such as PLC and Robotics.

Worked on a real industrial project, Dial Table. - The Dial Table station aligns and presses two components together to make one part. The machine validates the operation and then applies a

“label” to the top of the part.

Fluid Power in Automation.

Electrical Design and Commissioning.

Bachelor of Engineering in Instrumentation and Control Engineering JAN 2014 – JAN 2018 Gujarat Technological University, Gujarat, India

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

President (Atmiya Sports Club, Surat, India) JAN 2021 – DEC 2022

Led the organization and coordination of sports events, including tournaments, practice sessions, and community outreach programs.

Assisted coaches and staff with equipment setup, schedule management, and participant supervision.

Fostered teamwork and encouraged positive sportsmanship among members, especially youth participants.

Oversaw the maintenance of club facilities, ensuring a safe and clean environment for all attendees.

Managed administrative tasks such as registration, attendance tracking, and maintaining club records.

Reference available on request

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