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Manuel Socorro Pena

Manuel Socorro Pena

Hialeah,FL

Summary

Motivated Automation Engineer with 5+ years of experience in troubleshooting, maintenance controls systems in power generation and distribution. With experience in programmable logic controller and controls systems.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

BMS and HVAC Control Installer

GICS (General Integrated Control Systems)
2023.04 - Current
  • Execution of the installation of BMS(Building Management Systems) panels for control of lights, access control, temperature control and all the sensors associated with the control of a living space.
  • Execution of the installation of HVAC(Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) controls panels, to communicate and control Air Handling Unit(AHU), Roof top Units(RTU), Variable air volume (VAV) systems and Fan Coils Units(FCU).
  • Interpreting and correcting Control Submittals.
  • Completed troubleshooting of malfunctions and diagnosed issues.
  • Operated tools(electrical tools, multimeter,hands tools,), equipment(Lifts), and machinery according to safety standards.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations, as well as OSHA regulations. Hold safety meetings and training
  • Trained new installers on project installation best practices, fostering a collaborative learning environment that strengthened the team's overall performance.


Automation Engineer

Electric Generation Company
2017.09 - 2022.06


  • Maintenance and troubleshooting of the automatic control systems of the diesel and fuel oil generators of the Hyundai firm with a capacity of 2.5MW and 1.7MW.
  • Maintenance, modification and troubleshooting of the control systems implemented in the PLCs (Siemens S7-300) responsible for supervising and controlling the generators.
  • Maintenance, modification and troubleshooting of control loops on generators in the Field.
  • Dynamic and static tests of generator protection and their grid synchronization systems.
  • Maintenance and Troubleshooting of the automatic control systems of the wind turbine farms of the firm Siemens Gamesa.
  • Electronic repair of the controllers of the wind turbines of the firm Siemens Gamesa
  • Participation in the installation of communications and control panels, and commissioning of 4.4 MW/h photovoltaic farms with CRtecnologies and Sungrow technology .
  • Troubleshooting of the automatic control systems of solar panel farms, in communication of the automation systems, supervisory systems SCADA.
  • Dynamic and static tests of the solar panel farms protection and their grid synchronization systems.
  • Maintenance and Troubleshooting of the remote controls systems of the substation switchgears with capacities of 120KV ,220kV to 13.8kV.
  • Maintenance and Troubleshooting of the PLC system (Schneider Modicom Premium) responsible for controlling all the systems of connection and disconnection of the switchgears in the substations.
  • Dynamic and static tests of Substations, of its communications and remote control systems.
  • Interpreting and correcting Control Submittals.
  • Served as the primary point of contact for all inquiries related to automation equipment performance, troubleshooting issues as they arose and implementing corrective actions when necessary.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Automation Engineer

Universidad De Oriente
Santiago De Cuba, Cuba.
06.2017

Skills

  • Power Generation Systems.
  • Troubleshooting and testing
  • Submittals Reading
  • Specifications review
  • Software Management and Installation
  • OSHA Regulation and compliance
  • Time Management and strategic planning
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Equipment and hardware Installation
  • Electrical Wiring
  • Attention to Detail and positive attitude
  • Interpersonal Communication

Timeline

BMS and HVAC Control Installer

GICS (General Integrated Control Systems)
2023.04 - Current

Automation Engineer

Electric Generation Company
2017.09 - 2022.06

Bachelor of Science - Automation Engineer

Universidad De Oriente
Manuel Socorro Pena