Michael Schingen
Lakeville,MN
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Controls Technician II - Team Lead
Cambria
Le Sueur, MN
12.2016 - Current
- Programmed and troubleshot control circuits using Studio 5000 and Siemens Step 7, supporting reliable operation of automated production equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance and advanced troubleshooting on Allen-Bradley PLCs, Siemens PLCs, Point I/O modules, Hardy cards, and sensor platforms including Keyence, IFM, Pepperl+Fuchs, and Turck.
- Performed maintenance and advanced troubleshooting on Fanuc robots
- Updated electrical schematics in AutoCAD Electrical for modified control panels, significantly improving troubleshooting efficiency for technicians.
- Mentored technicians on control circuit analysis and troubleshooting best practices while preparing detailed shift notes for managers and engineers.
Off-Road Hydraulic Test Engineer Intern
MICO INCORPORATED
North Mankato, MN
06.2015 - 10.2015
- Performed finite element analysis (FEA) to test pressure and material fatigue on off-road hydraulic components.
- Assembled prototypes including brake actuators, hydraulic control valves, master cylinders, electronic sensors, and switches for off-road vehicles.
- Reduced takt time by developing optimized PLC programs for automated machinery.
- Served as head coordinator and co-designer for the new engineering lab’s hydraulic systems test bench.
Systems Engineer Intern
Metro Transit
Minneapolis, MN
05.2013 - 06.2015
- Developed a comprehensive computer interface training module library for AF and AC light rail track circuits.
- Identified and resolved track switch issues by re-engineering designs originally built by private subcontractors.
- Designed and reconstructed overhead catenary wires for the Hiawatha light rail line through Mall of America Station.
- Served as Constructor and Design Apprentice for the Central Corridor Light Rail Project Office.
- Ensured public safety as Light Rail Ambassador Security Officer during city-wide events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN05-2016
Skills
- Studio 5000, RSLogix5000/500, TIA Portal - Seimens Step 7, AutoCAD Electrical, Fanuc, Solidworks
Timeline
Electrical Controls Technician II - Team Lead
Cambria
12.2016 - Current
Off-Road Hydraulic Test Engineer Intern
MICO INCORPORATED
06.2015 - 10.2015
Systems Engineer Intern
Metro Transit
05.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Minnesota State University, Mankato