Controls Engineer Automation

Professional Experience

Senior Controls Engineer

ABC Manufacturing Co. Phoenix, AZ 2018 – Present

Reduced production downtime by 30% by optimizing PLC logic and implementing predictive maintenance strategies for high-speed packaging lines.

Led a $500K HMI/SCADA upgrade, migrating legacy systems to Ignition SCADA, improving real-time data visibility and reducing manual logging errors.

Designed and commissioned 5+ automated control systems for new production lines, increasing throughput by 25%.

Trained 15+ maintenance technicians on PLC troubleshooting, electrical safety (NFPA 70E), and preventive maintenance best practices.

Maintained 100% compliance with NEC standards for all electrical installations and upgrades.

Automation Engineer

XYZ Food Processing Tucson, AZ 2015 – 2018

Programmed Allen-Bradley PLCs for food-grade processing equipment, ensuring zero FDA compliance violations over 3 years.

Cut energy consumption by 20% by retrofitting legacy motor controls with VFDs and optimizing PID loops.

Developed standardized electrical documentation, reducing troubleshooting time by 40% for maintenance teams.

Collaborated with R&D to automate a new product line, reducing changeover time from 4 hours to 30 minutes.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

University of Arizona 2015

Certifications:

Certified Automation Professional (CAP) – ISA

OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Certified

Six Sigma Green Belt (Lean Manufacturing)

Projects & Achievements

Automated Batch Processing System

Designed a Rockwell ControlLogix-based system for ingredient mixing, improving accuracy by 15% and reducing waste.

Zero-Waste Initiative

Implemented sensor-based sorting controls, contributing to a 30% reduction in material waste (aligned with Nestlé Purina’s sustainability goals).

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