Cody Ptak
Scottsdale,AZ
Summary
Dynamic Controls Engineer with a proven track record at Microchip Technology Inc., specializing in PLC programming and system troubleshooting. Expert in leveraging strategic communication and industrial skills to enhance automated processes and resolve complex issues. Achieved significant improvements in control system efficiency and reliability, demonstrating exceptional project management and critical thinking abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Controls Engineer
Microchip Technology Inc.
Tempe, AZ
08.2021 - Current
- Designed effective control solutions to enhance automated processes.
- Programmed PLCs using Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagrams languages.
- Designed, controlled and installed electrical systems and products.
- Troubleshot hardware and software issues related to the operation of control systems.
- Resolved issues related to communication between devices within a control system network.
- Served as point-of-contact to support order management, testing and reporting.
- Liaised between departments, vendors and clients to monitor project expenses.
- Produced drawings using CAD software, drafting machines or hand tools.
- Maintained accurate and current database records.
- Leveraged outstanding communication, interpersonal and people skills to work well with clients.
Control/Electrical Technician
Southwest Industrial Automation
Scottsdale, AZ
01.2017 - Current
- Built panels containing relays, switches, circuit breakers, according to customer specifications.
- Worked closely with other technicians to complete projects efficiently.
- Tested, inspected and adjusted products in order to meet blueprint specifications.
- Troubleshot and resolved customer issues.
- Performed preventive maintenance on electrical and mechanical control systems.
- Interpreted engineering drawings, schematics, diagrams and blueprints as required.
Electrical Technician
Boeing
Mesa, AZ
12.2018 - 08.2021
- Installed new electrical wiring and equipment in accordance with regulations.
- Suggested ways to improve production and solve problems to supervisors.
- Documented findings from wiring installation tests.
- Provided guidance and training to junior technicians when required.
- Terminated cables using crimping tools, soldering irons, heat-shrink tubing and other specialized equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine what materials and tools would be needed for assembly.
Electrical Technician
CollabraTech Solutions
Phoenix, AZ
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Connected and repaired equipment based on mechanical drawings and electrical prints.
- Improved electrical installations by standardizing procedures for production and field personnel.
- Read and worked from electronic blueprint drawings.
- Tested performance of in-development parts, assemblies and systems under simulated operating conditions to optimize plans.
- Assembled and tested components, wiring and systems, locating and correcting faults to optimize production results.
- Provided technical support by troubleshooting issues related to electrical systems.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZSome College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Chandler, AZSkills
- Cybersecurity
- Project management
- Functional safety
- Theoretical problem-solving experience
- Mathematical reasoning skills
- Variable frequency drives
- PLC programming
- SCADA development
- System troubleshooting
- Industrial networking
- Control panel design
- Workplace hazard assessment
- Chemical exposure monitoring
- Critical thinking
- Strategic communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Controls Engineer
Microchip Technology Inc.
08.2021 - Current
Electrical Technician
Boeing
12.2018 - 08.2021
Electrical Technician
CollabraTech Solutions
01.2018 - 11.2018
Control/Electrical Technician
Southwest Industrial Automation
01.2017 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
Arizona State University
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College
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