Daniel Swihart
Aurora,Colorado
Summary
Results-driven Controls Engineer with expertise in PLC programming, system troubleshooting, and electrical design, leading to enhanced automation performance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Controls Engineer
Control Technologies International
Centennial, CO
11.2012 - Current
- Led development and implementation of control systems for complex automation projects.
- Mentored junior engineers in advanced control strategies and troubleshooting techniques.
- Designed and optimized PLC programs for enhanced system performance and reliability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies into existing systems.
- Developed technical documentation and training materials for control system operations and maintenance.
- Evaluated vendor proposals, ensuring alignment with project specifications and budget constraints.
- Designed user-friendly HMI interfaces, enabling operators to efficiently monitor and manage plant operations.
- Spearheaded efforts to establish standardized operating procedures for controls engineering activities within the organization.
Controls Engineer
Vestas Wind Technology
Superior, CO
01.2012 - 10.2012
- Optimized control systems by designing and implementing innovative solutions for improved efficiency.
- Evaluated system performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary modifications.
- Leveraged expertise in controls engineering to provide valuable input during the development of new product offerings, ensuring optimal system performance and user satisfaction.
- Implemented rigorous testing protocols for control systems prior to full-scale deployment, guaranteeing reliability from outset.
Controls Engineer
Stolle Machinery Company
Centennial, CO
08.2002 - 12.2011
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify issues, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Streamlined processes resulting in improved operational efficiency and reduced downtime across projects.
- Streamlined industrial processes through the implementation of cutting-edge PLC programming methods.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring successful integration of control systems in various projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO05-2001
Skills
- Electrical design
- System troubleshooting
- Control panel design
- Variable frequency drives
- Industrial networking
- Coding
- Machine vision
- Functional safety
- Motion control
- PLC programming
- Electrical system design
- Technical drawings and schematics
- Electrical repair
- Self motivation
- Electrical systems specifications
- Analytical thinking
- Troubleshooting
Timeline
Controls Engineer
Control Technologies International
11.2012 - Current
Controls Engineer
Vestas Wind Technology
01.2012 - 10.2012
Controls Engineer
Stolle Machinery Company
08.2002 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Colorado At Boulder