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James Schenk

Cass City

Summary

Results-driven Controls Engineer with expertise in PLC programming, HMI configuration, and control system design. Strong leadership and training skills with proven ability to troubleshoot equipment and enhance automation processes.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Controls Engineer

Saginaw Metal Castings Operations
Saginaw
05.2016 - Current
  • Troubleshot hardware and software issues in control systems, collaborating with trades personnel to reduce equipment downtime.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members, including mechanical engineering and IT, to enhance project outcomes.
  • Programmed PLCs using Ladder Logic
  • Configured HMIs with graphic displays, alarms, and data logging capabilities to improve user interface and monitoring.

Served as Deputy Laser Safety Officer for Saginaw site, overseeing all laser safety PMs.

Controls Engineer

TI Automotive Systems
Caro
05.2005 - 05.2016
  • Developed and maintained control systems for manufacturing assembly/test equipment.
  • Responsible for technicians that support and maintain production equipment.
  • Conducted training sessions on the use of automated equipment for employees at various levels.

Controls Engineer

TI Machine Tool Center
Cass City
03.1993 - 05.2005
  • Designed and built production and test equipment to meet project specifications.
  • Programmed, debugged, and ran off assembly equipment for operational readiness.
  • Train personnel and implement automation solutions to enhance production efficiency.
  • Maintained documentation for control systems and engineering changes to ensure compliance and traceability.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Automation

Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI
05-1986

High School Diploma -

Vassal High School
Vassar, MI
05-1982

Skills

  • Control system development
  • Programmable logic controllers
  • HMI design
  • Automation strategies
  • Equipment diagnostics
  • Process optimization
  • Predictive analytics
  • Issue resolution
  • Leak testing

Timeline

Controls Engineer

Saginaw Metal Castings Operations
05.2016 - Current

Controls Engineer

TI Automotive Systems
05.2005 - 05.2016

Controls Engineer

TI Machine Tool Center
03.1993 - 05.2005

Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Automation

Ferris State University

High School Diploma -

Vassal High School
James Schenk