Automation Engineer

John G. Constantino

Spring Hill, FL 781-***-**** *****************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Versatile manufacturing and automation leader with 20+ years experience in industrial controls, lean manufacturing, and technical training.

Proven track record: engineered solutions that improved throughput and quality, and reduced cycle time by ~15%, while maintaining budgets and deadlines.

Expert in simplifying complex systems (PLCs, SCADA, motion control), with extensive experience in technical curriculum development and instruction.

CORE SKILLS

Automation & Controls

PLC/HMI: Allen Bradley, Siemens, GE, Modicon

SCADA: iFix, Wonderware

Robotics & Machine Vision

Motion Control: VFD/DC/Servo/Stepper, Fluid Power

Networking & Communication

Profibus, DeviceNet, Modbus, RS232/485, EtherNet/IP, Fieldbus, HART

Design & Drafting

AutoCAD, OrCAD, P&ID, PCB layout

Test & Measurement

Multimeter, Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, Logic Probe, Multifunction Calibrator

Soft Skills

Leadership Technical Writing Instruction & Curriculum Design Lean Six Sigma Mindset

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Florida Technical College, Kissimmee, FL

Adjunct Professor – Automation & Controls May 2025–Present

Developed and delivered PLC courses; improved student pass rate by 25%.

Mentored 25 students per term, featuring hands-on labs and real-world case studies.

Access Computer Training, Lutz, FL

Adjunct Instructor – COMPTIA A+ Apr 2023–Jul 2023

Delivered certification curriculum.

Added modules on automation integration and security best practices.

Crescent Community Clinic, Spring Hill, FL

Volunteer – IT & Program Support Jan 2023–May 2023

Developed IT onboarding materials and staff training programs.

Norvell Photography, LLC, Spring Hill, FL

Founder & Operator Nov 2013–Apr 2022

Managed portrait, real estate, and food photography operations.

As FAAcertified drone pilot, launched aerial real estate service.

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority, Chelsea, MA

Senior Monitoring & Controls Engineer May 2012–Nov 2013

Designed, implemented, and maintained wastewater treatment controls systems.

Contributed to cybersecurity initiative substantially reducing exposure to cyber threats.

General Electric, Lynn, MA

Lead Test Engineer – Aviation Jul 2010–May 2012

Directed control systems design for engine test cells; reduced cell modification time by 25%.

Ensured projects delivered on budget with zero safety incidents.

CH2M Hill, Lynn, MA

Project Manager – GE Engine Test Cells Mar 2008–Jul 2010

Managed design/installation of controls systems; consistently delivered ahead of schedule.

Oversaw interdisciplinary technical staff.

Procter & Gamble / Gillette, Andover, MA

Lead Electronics Technician Dec 2005–May 2007

Maintained high-precision controls in production lines.

Designed troubleshooting protocols for analog/digital control panels.

(Earlier roles from 2002–2005 include technical training, automation consulting, and controls engineering at Gillette, Wyeth BioPharma, Stop & Shop, HK Systems, and Kelly Engineering.)

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Northeastern University, Advanced CAD/CADD

Clark University Computer Career Institute, Web E-Commerce Developer Certificate

Access Computer Training, COMPTIA Net+ & Security+

FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot Certificate Number 4386800

Licensed Journeyman Electrician, Commonwealth of Massachusetts 25311E

Licensed Master Technician, Commonwealth of Massachusetts 8300

OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety and Health Certificate 600404915

Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator, Commonwealth of Massachusetts 16498

TECHNICAL & DIGITAL PROFICIENCIES

MS Office, web design, video conferencing, collaboration platforms

Full technical documentation and curriculum development experience

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