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Dakota Underwood

Salem

Summary

Detail-oriented and hands-on Electronics Engineering Technology student with strong experience in industrial automation, PLC programming, and HMI development. Skilled in Allen Bradley platforms including PLC-5 and ControlLogix, with practical exposure to FactoryTalk View (ME & SE), Studio 5000, and Connected Components Workbench. Proven ability to troubleshoot and implement real-world control systems, collaborate with engineers and electricians on shift, and manage full system upgrades from wiring to software conversion. Committed to applying technical knowledge and teamwork to drive operational efficiency in industrial environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Process Control Intern

Weyerhaeuser
06.2024 - Current
  • Assisted process control engineers with troubleshooting and programming industrial control systems
  • Took ownership of implementing a dryer hydraulic power unit, including PLC panel wiring and programming
  • Converted legacy WinView HMI applications to FactoryTalk View (Machine Edition and Site Edition) across multiple mill locations
  • Collaborated with shift industrial electricians to support continuous operations and full team staffing
  • Gained hands-on experience with PLC-5, ControlLogix, and SLC platforms
  • Utilized Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View ME/SE, and Connected Components Workbench (CCW)
  • Worked with analog instrumentation

Retail

Target
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Received processed, and stocked merchandise
  • Organized Inventory
  • Assisted in training new hires
  • Customer Service
  • Prepared Shipments

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electronics Engineering Technology

Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV
05.2025

Skills

  • Human-machine interface programming
  • Rockwell Software proficiency
  • Ladder logic programming
  • PLC
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Variable Frequency Drives

Certification

POWERFLEX 755 VFD, 2025-01-01, Completed a 4-day course on the Allen Bradley 755/753 VFD, covering functionality, initiation methods, programming, and troubleshooting exercises.

Timeline

Process Control Intern

Weyerhaeuser
06.2024 - Current

Retail

Target
01.2021 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Electronics Engineering Technology

Fairmont State University

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