Profile Summary
Results-driven Automation Engineer with 7+ years of experience designing, implementing, and optimizing automated manufacturing processes. Expertise in PLC programming (Siemens/Allen-Bradley), HMI/SCADA, robotics integration, and lean manufacturing. Adept at driving efficiency, reducing downtime, and leading cross-functional initiatives in global plants.
Experience
- Led end-to-end automation of a packaging line, achieving 25% improvement in throughput and 15% reduction in scrap.
- Implemented PLC control system replacement for legacy lines; reduced downtime by 40% within 6 months.
- Developed standardized SLAs for maintenance and created a digital twin to simulate line performance.
- Integrated ROS-based robotic cells with MES system to improve production throughput by 18%.
- Led commissioning of six automations; trained 12 operators, resulting in 0 unplanned downtime in 9 months.
Skills
- PLC programming: Siemens S7-1200/S7-300, Rockwell RSLogix/Studio 5000
- SCADA/HMI: WinCC, FactoryTalk View, Ignition
- Robotics integration: ABB, KUKA, UR
- Industrial networks: Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, OPC UA
- Automation architecture, MES/ERP interfaces
- Python for automation scripting
Certifications
- PLC Programmer Certification, Siemens
- Certified Automation Professional (CAP)
- OSHA 30-Hour
Education
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, University of California, Los Angeles, 2014 – 2018