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Chris Alston

Longview,Texas

Summary

Senior Controls Engineer with a strong background in control system integration and process optimization. Led development and implementation of advanced manufacturing control systems, enhancing operational efficiency and significantly reducing downtime through innovative automation solutions.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Controls Engineer

STEMCO
06.2008 - Current
  • Led development and implementation of control systems for advanced manufacturing processes.
  • Designed and implemented innovative control solutions, enhancing system efficiency and reliability.
  • Streamlined automation processes, resulting in improved operational efficiency and reduced downtime.
  • Streamlined production lines by integrating robotics and automation, increasing output rates significantly.
  • Designed and executed testing protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Mentored junior engineers, fostering technical skills and collaboration within the team.

Controls Facilitator

Dana
01.2005 - 06.2008

Led Controls Department

Reprogrammed entire plant assembly lines for ease of troubleshooting and downtime reduction

added data collection to identify weak areas of production

increased production from 250 frames per day to 450 by eliminating maintenance call time.

Instrument Technician

Zachary Industrial
06.2003 - 07.2004
  • Calibrated and maintained precision instrumentation for various industrial applications.
  • Diagnosed and repaired control systems to ensure optimal equipment performance.
  • Executed routine inspections and preventive maintenance on instrumentation systems.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to implement process improvements and upgrades.
  • Checked all new installation loops after installation

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Texas State Technical College
Marshall, TX
05-2002

Skills

  • Control system integration
  • Electrical schematics
  • Process control optimization
  • Industrial networking protocols
  • Variable frequency drives
  • System troubleshooting
  • Instrumentation and sensors
  • PID loop tuning
  • Motion control systems
  • Advanced PLC programming
  • Proficient in HMI design
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Process automation
  • PLC programming
  • Technical drawings and schematics
  • Installation inspections
  • Electrical system design
  • Continuous improvement
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Automation integration
  • Control systems design
  • 20 yrs in depth experience with ALL Rockwell PLCs
  • Device net, Control net, and now primarily EIP, IO Link
  • Versed in a wide variety of HMIs, from AB,Maple,AutomationDirect
  • Fanuc,YR robotic integration and programming
  • Keyence and Cognex Vision Systems
  • All safety devices, Floor Scanner, Lignt Curtains, Interlocks and safety wiring and control from SIL 3-4
  • installed and configured, Motion Servo and Stepper drives from, Festo, AB, Automation Direct, tolomatic, and more

Timeline

Senior Controls Engineer

STEMCO
06.2008 - Current

Controls Facilitator

Dana
01.2005 - 06.2008

Instrument Technician

Zachary Industrial
06.2003 - 07.2004

Associate of Applied Science -

Texas State Technical College
Chris Alston