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Ralf Sordyl

Ringwood,IL

Summary

Dynamic State Certified Master Craftsman based on German education standards with advanced knowledge in commissioning/ Servicing of plants and machines including electrical/ mechanical hardware, using software like Siemens step 7, WINCC and Rockwell ControlLogix in a wide variety of applications for more than 13 years worldwide and for12 Years in the US; maintenance of machines and plants; supervisor for electrical installation;

Service professional with strong background in troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of complex systems. Demonstrates exceptional skill in team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and ensuring optimal performance. Recognized for reliability, technical expertise, and results-driven approach. Proficient in diagnostics, system optimization, and customer support.

Experienced with technical diagnostics, system repairs, and maintenance. Utilizes problem-solving skills to ensure equipment reliability and reduce operational disruptions. Knowledge of industry standards and best practices ensures high-quality service delivery.

Logical Service Engineer with extraordinary troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Offering over [Number] years of experience performing equipment installation, inspection and assembly. Well-versed in monitoring installed equipment and maintaining equipment in proper condition.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Service engineer

Trucent CPR
04.2023 - 06.2025
  • -Commissioning of Separators including hard and software repair and overhaul of centrifuges from various Brands like GEA, Alfa Laval, Seital

Commissioning/Process Engineer

Westfalia Separator Group GmbH
05.2003 - 01.2012
  • -Commissioning of Separators, Dekanters and full plants like Biodiesel, Juice, Beer, Milk, Greek Yoghurt and fresh cheese including hard and software
  • -Supervision for electrical installation
  • -Training of operators and maintenance
  • -Software adoptions
  • -Process optimizing
  • -Troubleshooting of process equipment

Technical Employee

Belfor DeHaDe Hamm
01.2001 - 01.2002
  • -Remaking and modernizing of burned or flooded machines from offer, ordering to commissioning, all over Europe

Technical Employee

Lödige Maschinenbau
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • -Project work and commissioning of tablet coaters and mixing machines in Europe
  • -Supervision for electrical installation
  • -Training of operators and maintenance
  • -Software adoptions

State Certified Master Craftsman

Koob und Buschkötter Maschinenbau GmbH
01.1998 - 01.1999
  • -Supervision for electrical installation and erection of different projects in Germany

Technician

Nemours Deutschland GmbH – Werk Uentrop
01.1989 - 01.1998
  • -Technician for electrical maintenance, area “power plant” responsible for waste water, steam production, compressed air, air condition, chilled water, soft water and power supply on different voltage levels (1989 to 1995)
  • -Technician for measurement and control technology department “central workshop measurement and control” responsible for calibration / adjusting and optimizing control circuits (flow temperature torque pressure etc.)
  • -Troubleshooting of process machinery/ equipment

Education

Bachelor of Science - energy technology

IHK Dortmund
Dortmund DE
06.1994

Certificated craftsman education - electricity/energy

RAG Mining AG
01.1989

Skills

  • Computer: Simatic S7, WINCC, WINCC Flexible, Protool, ControlLogix, Microsoft Word Excel Outlook
  • Language: German (native), English (fluent)
  • Schematic reading
  • Electrical systems
  • System diagnostics
  • Schematic drawing
  • System maintenance
  • Equipment installation
  • Equipment operation
  • Emergency response
  • Software installation
  • Hardware configuration
  • Measurement techniques
  • Hardware repair
  • Acceptance testing
  • Hardware testing
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Control systems
  • PLC programming
  • Technical support
  • Field service
  • Equipment assembly
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Safety procedures

Training

  • ControlLogix programming 1 (December 2007)
  • Simatic ST-SERV3 (July 2004)
  • Simatic (ST-S7YH/0024) System handling (1999)
  • Programming S5 – DOS 6.3
  • And some other

Timeline

Service engineer

Trucent CPR
04.2023 - 06.2025

Commissioning/Process Engineer

Westfalia Separator Group GmbH
05.2003 - 01.2012

Technical Employee

Belfor DeHaDe Hamm
01.2001 - 01.2002

Technical Employee

Lödige Maschinenbau
01.1999 - 01.2000

State Certified Master Craftsman

Koob und Buschkötter Maschinenbau GmbH
01.1998 - 01.1999

Technician

Nemours Deutschland GmbH – Werk Uentrop
01.1989 - 01.1998

Certificated craftsman education - electricity/energy

RAG Mining AG

Bachelor of Science - energy technology

IHK Dortmund
Ralf Sordyl