Lexington, KY *****
*********@*****.***
Cell Phone 859-***-****
Kevin B. James
Objective
To utilize my knowledge, training and programming skills by becoming a valued asset.
Proficient in Languages
SQL, VB.Net, C#.Net, Pascal, OBIEE, I-Gear, BACNet, Modbus, LonWorks, Tridium Certified, Kepware, AGV programming, PLC interface, Wonderware, Ignition, multiple SCADA systems, etc..
Proficient in Databases
SQL, Oracle, DBA, Access
Proficient in Applications
Visual Studio, MS Office, CAD/Inventor, Maximo, Wonderware, Ignition, Factory Talk, Tridium Certified, etc.
Experience
June 2021-Present 3M Cynthiana, KY
Programmer/Systems Integrator
Programming support for CyPRS application
Systems Integration to monitor and historize production KPIs
Developed web pages/reports in Grafana
Trained in Workflow development
On-call support services
Created SSRS reports
April 2015-January 2021 Diversified Automation Louisville, KY
Controls Engineer/Systems Integrator
Programmed automated conveyance SCADA system
Designed/Developed Human Machine Interfaces
Developed real time monitoring and reporting
Worked as System Integrator for UPS, Amazon and FedEx
Utilizing Ignition, I developed a corporate oversite solution to monitor KPI data from multiple distribution centers
Interfaced with new and existing PLC driven production control systems using Wonderware and Factory Talk
April 2013-March 2015 Heartland Automation Georgetown, KY
Programmer/Systems Integrator
Programmed automated guided vehicles
Designed new Vehicle monitoring and control system using Visual Studio 2013
Designed user friendly visual interface for screen setup and traffic control.
Interfaced vehicles with new and existing PLC driven production control systems
2002-Present Environmental Controls, Inc. Lexington, KY
Owner/Design Engineer and Programmer
(Contracts with Toyota Motor Manufacturing, North America - TMMNA and Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky – TMMK)
Created General Stores interface for finding and tracking spare parts.
Created Kanban Calculator to assist in setting up proper inventory levels in BodyWeld General Stores.
Created Facilities Engineering Web site for TMMNA
Designed and programmed with Visual Studio .NET
Created and utilized SQL Server Database
Interface tracks and shares all Energy Kaizens from all NAMCs
Created TMMK Stamping Maintenance Web Site
Designed and programmed with Visual Studio .NET
Created multiple server-side report interfaces
Created Production Activity Graph (PAG) utilized line side by production. System interfaces with Cimplicity and several SQL databases to give visual feedback of production efficiency and key performance indicators.
Created BodyOPS Cost Management Web Site for TMMK
Created Maintenance Qualifications Standards (MQS) for tracking and scheduling of Training for all NAMC’s
Designed and programmed with Visual Studio .NET
Created and utilized SQL Server Database
Created Web Application which controls all payment requisitions for BodyWeld and Stamping Departments
Tracks and provides real-time feedback of production/maintenance costs.
Interface allows user friendly report creation and generation.
TEMA MSP Group
Designed PESystems Web Site
Created APL (Approved Parts List) for all new Equipment
Designed Equipment Manufacturer application for Spare Parts List Creation for all new Projects to help consolidate Spare Parts using APL
Designed applications to process lists and avoid NIR (New Item Requests) if possible
Kaizened list processing procedure changing what took 8 hours average to 5 minutes.
Created database and applications to assist Nummi transfer of equipment
Created database and interfaces to manage data and provide KPI information.
Designed program to allow Maximo Spare Parts entry to go from 1 record per 2 minutes to 1 record per 2 seconds
Certified Data Collection “Tridium” Integrator.
CMMS – “ActivPlant” system specialist
Data Collection – “IGear” Specialist, Maximo integrator.
DBA – Database Administrator for Spare Parts, BodyOps, Stamping Data Collection, MQS
1992-2002 Toyota Motor Manufacturing, KY
TMMK Facilities Control Specialist
Developed and maintained Energy Management System
Systems Integrator creating Historian for KPIs
Developed and maintained the Facilities Monitoring and Control System (FMAC)
Developed and programmed all Environmental Control systems including: HVAC, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, thermal storage, compressors and exhaust fans for the Plant
Specialized programming for office automation includes job tracking and financial budgeting and tracking utilizing corporate intranet.
Specialized Visual Basic application programming for all departments.
Programmed and maintained Web Site.
System administrator for Facilities NT network server and SQL Server.
Trained by Maximo - “Certified Maximo Administrator”
Maximo administrator during initial installation utilizing Oracle Database.
1982-1992 Honeywell Inc. Louisville, KY
Engineer
Design Engineer for building automation/energy management systems.
Designed and commissioned building control system for Toyota Motor Manufacturing, KY.
Designed and commissioned building control system for University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY.
Hired while still going for bachelor’s degree and went to Honeywell schools.
Designed and commissioned building control system for Bristol Myers in Evansville, IN.
Education
1982
RETS
Louisville, KY
Associate degree
Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering.
1980-1982
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
College Coursework Completed
Six Semesters majoring in Electrical Engineering with Psychology as a minor.
References:
Wil James
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, KY
President
Phone Number:
David Cox
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, KY
General Manager
Phone Number:
Additional Information:
Member of ASHRAE and AEE (Association of Energy Engineers).
Very Familiar with Utility Contracting specializing in Gas Procurement.
Co-Author of “Energy Management Handbook” currently being used at several Toyota Motor Manufacturing Plants.
Gave presentation on Energy Management at W.E.E.C. (World Energy Engineering Congress) Created many custom Applications especially Web Applications for Toyota.