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Mitchell Perry

Whitehouse,OH

Summary

Results-driven MES Control Engineer with 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, specializing in the design, integration, and optimization of automated control systems. Proven expertise in PLC programming, HMI development, MES integration, and electrical troubleshooting. Strong track record of implementing advanced automation solutions while ensuring compliance with EPA, ISO, NEC, and NFPA standards. Adept at collaborating across sustaining, R&D, and vendor teams to lead system upgrades, equipment replication, and global deployments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Control Engineer – Solutions (Wet Process SME)

First Solar, Inc.
08.2023 - Current
  • Led automation and process improvements across wet process lines (Cleaning, Etching, Texturing, Deposition).
  • Supervise new equipment installation and provide assistance with integration to our MES infrastructure.
  • Designed closed-loop control systems to maintain deposition film thickness within ±0.5 μm.
  • Developed a bundle upgrade of 6+ control enhancements across 5 equipment types at 8 global sites.
  • Implemented a traceability system to prevent incorrect chemical introduction.
  • Created scrap bypass logic on Roll Coat lines, reducing downtime by 4–6 hours and saving $18K.
  • Integrated VFDs for independent heating zone control.
  • Installed LEL sensors for hazardous fume detection.
  • Maintained schematics, I/O lists, and cabinet layouts per ISO, NEC, and NFPA codes.

Control Engineer – Sustaining

First Solar, Inc.
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • Delivered real-time control/electrical troubleshooting during unplanned downtime.
  • Fixed bugs in WIP tracking, barcode vision systems, and routing logic.
  • Collaborated with material handling engineer to prevent glass module scrapping, saving $500K+.
  • Enhanced barcode inspection system reliability, reducing false rejects and downtime.
  • Recalibrated and restored Fanuc robots after collisions and joint maintenance.

Process Engineer

Hitachi Astemo
04.2019 - 04.2022
  • Improved OEE metrics by enhancing performance (+10%), quality (+15%), and availability (+5%).
  • Prepared OEE reports and led weekly performance review meetings.
  • Standardized work instructions and implemented 5S across production lines.
  • Managed control plan and FMEA documentation updates.
  • Delivered root-cause analysis and solutions for customer claims.
  • Trained maintenance teams and responded to downtime incidents.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

University of Toledo
Toledo, OH
12.2018

Skills

  • PLC Programming: Allen-Bradley, Omron
  • HMI Development: FactoryTalk View ME, GP-Pro EX
  • MES System Integration
  • Wet Processing Equipment: Cleaning, Etching, Texturing, Deposition
  • Specialty Equipment: CDUs, RTOs, Tack Dry & Air Cure Ovens
  • PID Tuning & Motion Control
  • PV Panel Process Control
  • Data Acquisition & OEE Monitoring
  • Electrical Design & Troubleshooting
  • Safety Compliance: NEC 505, NFPA 70E
  • Software & Tools: Studio 5000, RSLogix 500, Connected Components Workbench, AssetCentre, FactoryTalk View ME/ViewPoint, FactoryTalk Linx, RSLinx Classic, FactoryTalk Transaction Manager, AutoCAD Electrical, Microsoft SQL Server, Top Server 6, CV-X, GP-Pro EX, MotionStudio
  • Languages: Ladder Logic, Structured Text
  • Hardware: PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, Servo Drives, Thermocouples, RTDs, I/O Modules, Sensors
  • Protocols: OPC UA, DeviceNet, Profinet, EtherNet/IP

Timeline

Control Engineer – Solutions (Wet Process SME)

First Solar, Inc.
08.2023 - Current

Control Engineer – Sustaining

First Solar, Inc.
04.2022 - 08.2023

Process Engineer

Hitachi Astemo
04.2019 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

University of Toledo

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