Alexander Goodman
New Logic Research
Carson City, NV
7
years of professional experience
Dynamic Controls Engineer with over 7 years of expertise in industrial automation, specializing in PLC/HMI programming and system commissioning. Proficient in Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms, as well as Fanuc and Epson robotics, vision detection, and dispense systems. Emphasizes system reliability and operational efficiency while minimizing downtime. Demonstrates the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to deliver safe, sustainable, and scalable automation solutions tailored to meet organizational goals. Committed to driving innovation and enhancing productivity through cutting-edge automation technologies.
Work History
Controls Technician
10 Months- Diagnosed PLC, HMI, and SCADA faults to restore automated equipment operation.
- Programmed control logic changes for sensors, drives, and production line reliability.
- Led troubleshooting on electrical, pneumatic, and instrumentation systems to reduce downtime.
- Performed preventive maintenance on robotics, conveyors, and automation controls.
- Completed over 120 bug fixes and projects in less than a year.
- Designed and implemented a heat map screen with variable limitations that reduced scrap in that section by 70%.
Controls Engineer
4 Years- Designing and programming PLC and HMI systems to optimize user functionality and improving system uptime.
- Rewriting legacy code to enhance efficiency, reducing the most common coding action during new program creation by 75%.
- Decreased overall program size by 30% and shortened new program development time by approximately 25% through code optimization.
- Managing the creation and testing of new control systems, ensuring timely project completion and program quality.
- Implementing process documentation and standard operating procedures to increase consistency and reduce troubleshooting downtime for both operational and maintenance activities.
- Oversaw and supported customer accounts valued at $20M, driving reliable operations and maintaining strong client relationships.
Lab and Systems Testing Engineer
3 Years 1 Month- Led live product pilots across multiple countries, troubleshooting complex technical issues on-site that improved system performance and minimized client downtime.
- Strengthened customer relationships by delivering tailored technical solutions during on-site pilots or systems commissioning, capturing detailed feedback that drove key product enhancements.
Education
- Siemens PLC Programming Using SCL
Udemy
- TIA Portal Software Development
E and M
- TIA Portal Training
Wesco
- Major in Physics
Skills
Proficient in programming and maintaining Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs
Knowledgeable in robotics and vision system integration
Expertise in material pick-and-place
fastening
press assembly
dispense
and conveyance applications
Hands-on experience with system commissioning
validation
and control panel wiring
Technical documentation development
Skilled in electrical schematics
AC drives
fieldbus protocols
and industrial instrumentation
Effective critical thinking abilities
Experienced in managing technology transitions and project changes
Personal Information
Title: Controls Engineer
Timeline
Controls Technician
Tesla
12.2025 - CurrentRead More
Controls Engineer
New Logic Research
10.2022 - CurrentRead More
Lab and Systems Testing Engineer
New Logic Research
09.2019 - 10.2022Read More
University of Washington
from Major in Physics
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from TIA Portal Training
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from TIA Portal Software Development
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from Siemens PLC Programming Using SCL
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