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Peter Makina

Brooklyn

Summary

Results-driven Automation Manager known for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in process automation, systems integration, and workflow optimization. Excel in leadership, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring successful project delivery and team collaboration.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Building Automation Manager

Columbia University
New York
01.2019 - Current
  • Deliver responsibility for the operation, maintenance, and system efficiency of the multiple control systems: Building Management System (BMS), Energy Plant SCADA system, lighting controls, and shade control systems.
  • Direct the frontline staff (union) in executing daily performance inspections, corrective maintenance, and project work.
  • Oversee the activities of contractors and suppliers, monitor contracts for compliance, control costs, monitor general expenditure of the units, and perform quality control inspections to ensure adherence to contract specifications and industry standards.
  • Spearhead all aspects of in-house automation projects from the initial phase to completion: design, material acquisition, coordination and management, and system commissioning.
  • Assist with the completion of purchase orders, monitor all expenses, assign payment codes, and submit invoices for payment to the finance office.
  • Analyze system performance data to recommend improvements and optimizations.
  • Conduct regular audits of automated systems to ensure compliance and functionality.
  • Mentor team members on best practices for process automation and technology use.
  • Assist in the evaluation of new technologies for potential application in automation projects.
  • Train users on operating procedures for automated systems.
  • Analyze data from automated systems to identify trends or issues that need attention.

Building Automation Systems Specialist

Automated Logic, United Technologies
Clifton
12.2017 - 12.2018
  • Assisted in the replacement, commissioning, calibration, and adjustment of complex measurement instrumentation.
  • Troubleshot and determined the root cause, as well as the appropriate course of action, to repair complex instrumentation and control systems.
  • Maintain and repair motors, starters, drives, PLCs, HMIs, low-, medium-, and high-voltage systems, and instrumentation throughout the entire facility.
  • Replaced, repaired, troubleshot, calibrated, or cleaned electrical, instrumentation, and advanced automation systems.
  • Changed hardware and configured software in the system to maintain the interface between automation and operations as needed.

Instrumentation and Electrical Technical Aide

PSEG Power
Bridgeport
10.2015 - 12.2017
  • Maintained an effective maintenance program for the station’s electronic instruments, controls, and electrical distribution system and equipment.
  • Provided on-the-job leadership and accountability to the Instrument and Electrical Union team.
  • Assisted the I&E Generation Supervisors in providing direction to the Instrument and Electrical Support Team.
  • Assisted in the establishment of a predictive maintenance program, and thereafter, updated and implemented the program for maximum effectiveness.
  • Assisted in the development and critique of various training programs to cross-train and upgrade the teams’ skill levels.
  • Assisted in maintaining safety protocols for equipment and work areas.

Master Technician

Mercedes-benz Usa Llc
New York
12.2002 - 03.2015
  • Performed electrical, electronic, and mechanical diagnosis and repairs on all Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
  • Trained and assisted other technicians, completed all educational requirements set forth by MBUSA, and conducted by MBUSA.
  • Maintained warranty receivable schedules and submissions of warranty journal entries.
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex vehicle systems using advanced diagnostic tools.
  • Participated in ongoing training to stay current with industry advancements and technologies.

Education

Master of Science - Construction Project Management

Columbia University
New York, NY
12-2027

Bachelor of Science - Electromechanical Engineering Technology

Excelsior College
Albany, NY
10-2017

Skills

  • Project management
  • Building automation: Schneider Electric EcoStruxure, Andover Continuum, Siemens Desigo, Insight, Tridium, EasyIO, and WebCTRL
  • System troubleshooting
  • Computer Maintenance Management Systems: Maximo, Kronos, Concur, and SAP
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Data analysis
  • Computer-aided draft design: Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit, Multisim, Solid Edge, and SolidWorks

Timeline

Building Automation Manager

Columbia University
01.2019 - Current

Building Automation Systems Specialist

Automated Logic, United Technologies
12.2017 - 12.2018

Instrumentation and Electrical Technical Aide

PSEG Power
10.2015 - 12.2017

Master Technician

Mercedes-benz Usa Llc
12.2002 - 03.2015

Master of Science - Construction Project Management

Columbia University

Bachelor of Science - Electromechanical Engineering Technology

Excelsior College

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