Automation & Controls Engineer with over 10 years of hands-on experience in PLC/HMI programming, robotics, and vision inspection systems across high-speed, GMP-regulated manufacturing environments. Skilled in troubleshooting complex automation issues, optimizing production performance, and integrating real-time data reporting through OSI PI systems .
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Automation and Control Engineer
Mark Anthony beverage
03.2025 - Current
Led and supported multiple improvement projects across Brewing, Packaging, and Utility systems to increase uptime and production efficiency.
Collaborated with vendors to implement high-speed can code verification systems using Keyence/Cognex vision cameras integrated with Videojet printers.
Optimized conveyor line speeds and PID control loops to maintain smooth product flow and can spacing across split and single-line conveyors.
Created and implemented CO₂ exhaust fan interlocks and safety shutdowns on filler and seamer lines to meet compliance and safety standards.
Coordinated with electrical contractors and validation teams during equipment upgrades.
Provided critical on-call engineering support, including weekends and night shifts.
Documented all changes, backups, and PLC program versions in accordance with internal quality standards.
Sr. Automation Engineer
Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.
01.2023 - 03.2025
Configured and maintained OSI PI systems, setting up PI tags, managing archives, and troubleshooting issues.
Developed real-time data collection dashboards using PI Vision and PI Datalink to enhance decision-making.
Integrated PLCs and SCADA systems with OSI PI, enabling seamless data flow and system monitoring.
Diagnosed and resolved operational issues with FANUC, Epson, and ABB robot arms, including servo alarms, communication errors, and motion faults.
Performed robot calibration, mastering, and axis alignment, ensuring optimal performance.
Monitored and configured robotic systems using FANUC, ABB and Epson RC+.
Conducted preventive maintenance tasks, including battery replacements and lubrication, and recovered robots from crashes.
Built strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable terms on components necessary for completing projects on time and within budget constraints.
Automation PLC Programmer
Union Beverage Packer
09.2019 - 01.2023
Waste management Project: Controlled the pH of wastewater tanks before releasing to municipal waste lines.
Synchronized conveyer speeds at various stages of packaging for better production yield and minimal product damage.
Designed patterns for palletizer to meet customer requirements for final product pallets.
Added single and double pallet call options to palletizer for LGV robots.
Programmed sanitary systems for lead and lag operations with two pump stations.
Implemented a safe entry system with manual switches and filler programming for safe maintenance.
Linked Anton-Paar system with the filler to monitor Oxygen, CO2, Real extract, and alcohol levels.
Detected foreign liquids in empty cans to ensure product quality.
Achievements: Waste management project, Line speed synchronization
Sr. Production Engineer
Avone System and Controls Nepal Pvt. Ltd.
01.2017 - 10.2017
Developed electrical load distribution systems for commercial properties.
Installed VFD panels and automated conveyor systems at cement plants.
Achievements: Chaya-Mall Project
Application Engineer & Sales Support
Arihant Elsys Pvt. Ltd.
08.2012 - 01.2017
Verified and tested GE PLC spare parts for Nepal Electricity Authority projects.
Supported Indian Railways and Delhi Metro projects with joystick testing kits for BHEL.
Designed automation for packaging machines, bio-toilet controls, and other PLC-based solutions.
Developed GSM-based alarm systems and automated oil refueling systems for Globe Hi-Fabes.
Achievements: BHEL Projects and MMHPS Tender
Education
M.Tech - Electronics and Communication Engineering, Advanced Communication Systems
NITW
Warangal ,India
2012
B.E. - Electronics and Communication Engineering
Nepal Engineering College
Kathmandu,Nepal
2009
Skills
Robotics & Automation: FANUC, Epson, ABB
Reporting & Data Analysis: OSI PI System, SQL, Excel
Programming: PLC,HMI,SCADA ,SQL
Technical Tools: PI Vision, PI DataLink, AutoCad
Timeline
Sr. Automation and Control Engineer
Mark Anthony beverage
03.2025 - Current
Sr. Automation Engineer
Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.
01.2023 - 03.2025
Automation PLC Programmer
Union Beverage Packer
09.2019 - 01.2023
Sr. Production Engineer
Avone System and Controls Nepal Pvt. Ltd.
01.2017 - 10.2017
Application Engineer & Sales Support
Arihant Elsys Pvt. Ltd.
08.2012 - 01.2017
M.Tech - Electronics and Communication Engineering, Advanced Communication Systems