Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer

MANOJ KUMAR

Mobile: +1-346-***-****) Houston, TX

Professional Summary

Automation Engineer with experience in design, programming, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, installation, and commissioning of industrial automation and control systems. Skilled in PLC, HMI, SCADA, control-system integration, FAT, SAT, startup, and project close-out documentation, with strong logical problem-solving and root-cause analysis capabilities. Experienced in supporting projects from kickoff through commissioning and close-out, while managing scope, schedules, quality requirements, documentation, and client expectations.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Automation & Controls: Industrial Automation, Control Systems, Automation System Design, Control System Integration, Process Control

Programming & Configuration: PLC Programming, HMI Programming, SCADA, DCS, System Configuration Testing & Commissioning: Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), System Testing, Commissioning, Startup

Troubleshooting & Engineering: Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Technical Problem Solving, Installation, Process Improvement

Project & Client Management: Project Execution, Project Kickoff, Procurement, Client Service, Technical Consultancy EXPERIENCE

AIG Aug 2024 – Present

Automation Engineer Houston, TX

• Supported the design, development, programming, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, installation, commissioning, and close-out of industrial automation and control systems, ensuring project deliverables met defined scope, schedule, quality, and client requirements.

• Developed and modified PLC, HMI, SCADA, and control-system configurations, performed systematic troubleshooting of hardware/software issues, and implemented logical solutions to improve system functionalit y and operational performance.

• Participated throughout the project lifecycle, including project kickoff, system design, procurement support, programming/configuration, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, inspections, and close-out documentation.

• Collaborated with multidisciplinary engineering teams, technicians, vendors, and client stakeholders to resolve technical issues, communicate project status, manage changing requirements, and support successful automation system delivery within project scope, budget, and schedule.

• Provided on-site and remote client support and technical consultancy, maintaining clear documentation, identifying process improvement opportunities, responding effectively to sensitive technical situations, and supporting continuous improvement in automation processes and project execution. Vivma Software Inc Feb 2021 – July 2022

Automation Engineer Hyderabad, India

• Contributed to the engineering and implementation of industrial automation and process control systems, translating project requirements into control-system designs, programming/configuration activities, testing procedures, and commissioning deliverables.

• Performed system testing, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions for automation and control issues, working with engineering and field teams to resolve technical problems efficiently while maintaining safety, quality, and project objectives.

• Supported FAT, SAT, commissioning, startup, inspection, and project close-out activities, coordinating with clients and internal teams to verify system functionality, document test results, address deficiencies, and achieve successful project acceptance.

• Applied strong project management, organization, time management, and communication skills to monitor engineering activities, priorities, resources, expenses, schedules, scope, and client requirements while supporting delivery within established project budgets.

EDUCATION

University of Missouri Kansas City Aug 2022 – July 2024 MS in Computer Science

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Aug 2018– May 2022 Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science

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