ERWIN B. GARCIA V.
Mechatronics Engineer
American Canyon,CA
Summary
Meticulous Automation Engineer skilled with developing automation solutions technologies and improving existing products. Experienced with over 11 years of experience in Automation Field. Strong experience automating the creation of test environments. Driven leader with advanced-level knowledge in motion control and data acquisition systems.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Systems Technician
ATPGroup
Windsor, California
09.2022 - Current
- Develops procedures related to remote assistance.
- Assistance in failures, development of automation proposals, cost estimation and customer management.
- Troubleshoots problems with electrical, mechanical manufacturing processes.
- Provides electrical and mechanical maintenance engineering support on a range of OEM Wine Process and beverage equipment.
- Assistance of electrical and control failures.
- Selection of instrumentation, and integration of automated systems.
- Engaged in creating strategic growth plans for the remote assistance program.
- Evaluates mechanical processes to identify ways to optimize performance or to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Performs tests and monitors performance of processes.
- Enforced safe job site and maintained compliance with company safety, OSHA and customer-specific safety standards.
- Works with customers initially to develop specs and develops cost estimates based on specs.
- Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, production methods, and coordination of resources.
- Machines, electrical components and process control systems like PLC management, and other process tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance.
- Created, aligned and optimized electrical instrumentation and testing equipment.
- Wrote authoritative engineering specifications to clear up avoid confusing in field regarding design parameters or functions.
- Reviewed engineering design proposals and completed drawings to determine feasibility of each plan and assess conformance with both safety and sound engineering practices standards.
- Enhanced real-world system operation by standardizing production and field installation processes.
- Installed and wired system devices using standard product setup and electrical knowledge.
- Followed fire and electrical codes for safe and proper system installation.
- Explained to customers and demonstrated how specific system works.
- Conferred with engineers and designers to investigate and solve failure issues.
- Updated hardware and software platforms by implementing automation and efficiency improvements.
- Applied diagnostics and testing tools to systems, quickly identifying issues and implementing completing resolutions.
- Calculated amounts for designing and testing electrical systems and supplied finished costs to customers.
- Used information in technical diagrams, schematics and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
- Performs stress tests, analyzes data, prepares reports, and makes comparisons with similar proven designs.
- Coordinates the efforts of electric and mechanical work teams and provides maintenance and mechanical engineering support to these teams as well as support to the sales team.
- Represents the Company's position and interest effectively in dealings with customers and suppliers on all electrical related items.
- Presents a commitment to high standards and the ability to inspire those qualities in others to the same high levels.
- Works directly with European supplier base; communicates during evening and nighttime hours via phone if needed.
- Serves as main point of contact/coordination between office, after sales and service support for electrical parts and maintenance programs.
- Identified and resolved equipment malfunctions working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
- Selected electronics equipment, components or systems to meet functional specifications.
- Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, PLCs and drives to handle changing needs.
- Collaborated successfully with clients to achieve objectives by utilizing strong communication, interpersonal and people skills.
- Documented integration issues and vulnerabilities and outlined improvement recommendations.
- Worked closely with different departments to develop innovative solutions to functionality issues.
Project Manager
Proyectos Autintrol, S.A
Panama City, Panama
12.2015 - 06.2018
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs and monitored performance.
- Maintained relationships with material vendors to lower costs and diversify capabilities.
- Sale and supervision of hours of services in the automation field.
- Updated operational methods and oversaw accounting procedures for improved efficiency.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Sale, development, and supervision of automation solutions.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Provided detailed product orders based on project drawings and technical specifications.
- Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Led project teams through design, construction and launch process.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Accelerated progress by continually reviewing performance, budgets, and project timelines.
- Maintained clear communication with precise technical writing to document and inform critical processes.
Project Manager
Ingenieria Autintrol, C.A
Guarenas, Venezuela
07.2013 - 06.2018
- Lead the project and services team for its correct execution and compliance with the times required by the client. Industries served: Oil & Gas, Chemical, Food, and Beverage.
- Work directly with end users to study and maximize the efficiency of the automated solutions provided.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs and monitored performance.
- Development of advanced applications for system control and Tune-up production lines.
- Maintained relationships with material vendors to lower costs and diversify capabilities.
- Lead the service team to provide 24/7 support to our clients.
- Updated operational methods and oversaw accounting procedures for improved efficiency.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
Project Engineer
Proyectos Mecatrol, CA
Guarenas, Venezuela
06.2012 - 07.2013
- Development of engineering projects for process automation. Configuration of control elements, development of the operation interface and development of engineering documents.
- Configuration of control elements such as PanelView Plus and Component with FactoryTalk View software and Connect Component Workbench, PL5, MicroLogix, CompactLogix and ControlLogix with Rslogix 5, Rslogix 500 and Rslogix 5000 software (Rockwell Automation).
- Recommended improvements for design, construction means, and materials based on field or changing conditions.
- Identified technical risks within managed projects.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Assessed impact of modification requests for ongoing projects.
- Trained junior engineers in workstation design and material handling.
- Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance.
- Provided technical direction of system development methodologies to improve technical performance.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
Junior Project Engineer
BD2050 Control System Group, CA
Guarenas, Venezuela
07.2011 - 06.2012
- Development of automation projects with Rockwell Automation equipment (Rslogix 5000 and FactoryTalk), for Oil & Gas, Food and Beverage industries.
- Development of control cabinets and configuration of control system equipment, as well as the development of associated engineering documents.
- Development and implementation of preventive and corrective maintenance for elements of the control system for electrical, electronic, and diagnostic elements such as HMI, VFD, Contactor, Relays, etc.
- Basic configuration of Quick Panel devices, PLC 90-70, RX3i, RX7i with Proficy Machine Edition (G&E) software.
- Communication with project leaders to provide technical support during project execution.
- Identified technical risks within managed projects.
Internship Student
PDVSA
Caracas, Venezuela
09.2010 - 03.2011
- Backups of applications of the control systems DCS, PLC, SCADA, and HMI periodically.
- Design of control logic and interface graphics for the Hortonspheres security control system at the Guatire plant, Miranda. (Proposal).
- Assistance and troubleshooting of daily details on the Distributed Control System (DCS) for the metropolitan area (4 plants in total).
Education
Mechatronics Engineer -
UNEXPO
Venezuela 09.2006 - 08.2011
Maintenance And Configuration of "Safety Manager" - 40 Hours
Honeywell
Venezuela 07.2012 - 07.2012
Instrumentation And Control of Industrial Process - 480 Hours
INCES
Venezuela 02.2010 - 06.2010
Skills
Specification development
End user support
Diagnostic skills
Electrical systems installation
Solution development
Automation design
Documentation Management
Designing interfaces
Control systems understanding
Developing protocols
Program design
Troubleshooting skills
Routine report creation
Product optimization
Multitasking Abilities
Organization and Time Management
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Embedded software design
Diagnostic software development
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development different projects in the Automation Field.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Strong Background in Control Systems.
Some Projects
- Ryan Mobile Bottling (Napa, California): Operation diagnosis for Upper, Lower and Bowl sensors for integration with their inverters (Elevator, Capper and Bowl) according to new work requirements. Capper operation tests and safety relay diagnosis in the encapsulating machine. Automatic working configuration of the Corker and Vac Corker Inverters. Modification of the electrical connection of the Capper sensor for operation of the Capper and Corker inverters. Evaluation, test and diagnosis of existing emergency stop for new emergency stops in Lines 3 and 1. Evaluation of existing parts no longer used.
- Oscar Bogarin (Napa, California): Electrical installation and integration of independent control systems for mobile bottling line equipment (Orbital, Filler, Labeler, R&G, Steam unit, Compressor and Conveyors).
- Cline Cellars (Sonoma, California): Development of a system for remote operation of the crossFlow filter (TMCI Padovan - Italy), integrating a VPN management device (eWON) to the filter control system CompactLogix and PanelView (Rockwell Automation). Made for one customer of American Tartaric Products. It was also developed as a proposal for other customers: Raymond Vineyards (Napa Valley), Sonoma 980 (Windsor, CA).
- The Wine Group (Sanger, California): Participation in integration and start-up of thermovinification system (TMCI Padovan - Italy). Variable frequency drive configuration - VFD (Danfoss), PLC and HMI (Siemens) settings, diagnosis of pump failure.
- Michael David Winery (Lodi, California): Modification and integration of the control system of two Grape Crusher Destemmers (Simprem International - Italy), to the control system of the winery (ControlLogix Rockwell Automation) for automatic start and stop.
- Plant of extraction Gas Monclova Joule – PPE (Mexico): Development of Logic for the Control System (40 Control Ties and Sequences), Platform ControlLogix (Rockwell Automation). Development of Operation Interface (SCADA), Platform FTV Site Edition (Rockwell Automation).
- Processing Plant of Paraffin OROPAL (Venezuela): Development of Logic for the Control System (110 Control Ties and Sequences), Platform ControlLogix (Rockwell Automation). Development of Operation Interface (SCADA), Platform FTV Machine Edition (Rockwell Automation).
- Dinamo – Corpoelec (Venezuela): Development of SCADA System (Pilot) for “Distributed Generation System”, Platform WinPAC (ICPDAS), Development of Operation Interface (SCADA) iFIX (G&E).
- Plant of extraction Gas Santa Barbara, Honeywell – PDVSA Gas (Venezuela): Assistance on migration of Distributed Control System (DCS), development of Control Logic under platform C300 (Honeywell), and development of the Operation Interface under platform Experion PKS (Honeywell).
- Cardón Refinery of the Paraguaná Refining Center (CRP Spanish Acronym), Honeywell – PDVSA (Venezuela): Engineering Design and configuration of controller PLC Master Logic 200 (Honeywell), for Acquisition and Transmission to the DCS of Instrumentation Signals of the API plans corresponding to the FEU plant. Project “AUMENTO DE PRODUCCION DE ACEITES Y BASES LUBRICANTES DEL CRP CARDON”.
- Production Plant Guarenas, Bimbo of Venezuela (Venezuela): Migration of the Control System for flour management of the entire plant (Reimelt). Configuration and commissioning of SCADA, local HMI and PLC control logic under Rslogix and FactoryTalk technology (Rockwell Automation).
- Production Plant Guarenas, Bimbo of Venezuela (Venezuela): Migration of the Control System for the handling of "Esponjas Liquidas" that serves the production lines of "Bolleria" and "Pan 1". HMI configuration, migration of Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), migration and configuration of the PLC CompactLogix (Rockwell Automation).
- Production Plant Guarenas, Bimbo of Venezuela (Venezuela): Migration HMI Terminal PanelView 1200 to PanelView Plus 1000 (Rockwell Automation), under platform FactoryTalk Machine Edition (Rockwell Automation), with communication to PLC 5 (Rockwell Automation).
- Production Plant Panama City, Bimbo of Panama (Panama): Migration of the Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) for the conveyor belts of the Bread line. Danfoss to Allen Bradley (PowerFlex 525).
- Production Plant Panama City, Bimbo of Panama (Panama): Participation in the project for Dough Return System in the Bread line. Application Backup (PLC and HMI) and signal rewiring. (Rockwell Automation).
- Production Plant Panama City, Bimbo of Panama (Panama): Participation and support in starting up the migration of the "Camara de Vapor" (Steam System). Integration of the system in the production line. (Rockwell Automation)
Timeline
Systems Technician
ATPGroup
09.2022 - Current
Project Manager
Proyectos Autintrol, S.A
12.2015 - 06.2018
Project Manager
Ingenieria Autintrol, C.A
07.2013 - 06.2018
Maintenance And Configuration of "Safety Manager" - 40 Hours
Honeywell
07.2012 - 07.2012
Project Engineer
Proyectos Mecatrol, CA
06.2012 - 07.2013
Junior Project Engineer
BD2050 Control System Group, CA
07.2011 - 06.2012
Internship Student
PDVSA
09.2010 - 03.2011
Instrumentation And Control of Industrial Process - 480 Hours
INCES
02.2010 - 06.2010
Mechatronics Engineer -
UNEXPO
09.2006 - 08.2011