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Richard Ramirez

Richard Ramirez

Bourbonnais,IL

Summary

Accomplished Senior Process Automation Engineer with over 14 years of experience in Controls/Electrical engineering. Proven expertise in developing and executing sophisticated automation solutions for the manufacturing and pharmaceutical industries. Adept at PLC programming, HMI design, and implementing advanced control systems. Strong leadership abilities demonstrated through mentorship and the creation of training programs. Recognized for delivering exceptional engineering support and driving continuous improvement in complex technical environments. Holds dual Associate degrees in Electrical Construction and Industrial Electrical Technology, backed by certifications including Journeyman Electrician and UL 508A Panel Designer.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Process Automation Engineer

E2i, Inc.
07.2023 - Current
  • Created an in-house training program for Servo Motion Control using Studio 5000, Kinetix 5500 drives
  • Provided mentorship to Associate Automation Engineers
  • Provided engineering support to various clients in the manufacturing and pharmaceutical industry
  • Process loop programming and HMI design using PlantPAx.

Process Automation Engineer II

E2i, Inc.
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Provided engineering support to various clients in the manufacturing and pharmaceutical industry
  • Supported service calls and troubleshooting
  • Programmed Allen Bradley PLC’s, HMI’s, and IPC’s utilizing software such as Studio 5000, Logix Designer, Rslogix 500, Connected Components Workbench, Factorytalk ME, Factorytalk SE
  • Supported Distributed Controls Systems utilizing PCS7 software
  • Executed PLC and HMI upgrades to update antiquated control systems.

Senior Controls Engineer

Dabrico Inc.
06.2019 - 03.2022
  • Reviewed the URS (User Requirement Specifications) to plan and develop projects
  • Developed Electrical Schematics and cable diagrams using Eplan Pro Panel, or Autocad Electrical
  • Programmed PLC's using Studio 5000, or RSlogix 500 from scratch
  • Designed automation systems incorporating both synchronized and asynchronized motion control applications
  • Programmed HMI's, IPC's using Factorytalk ME or Factorytalk SE
  • Troubleshot Automation equipment and conveyors
  • Installed and commissioned new equipment at the customer’s site
  • Conducted research and development of applications for future machines or upgrades.

Electrical Engineer

Peddinghaus Corp.
06.2018 - 06.2019
  • Developed Schematics for machines used in steel manufacturing
  • Troubleshot electrical circuits or components
  • Supported Customer/Tech support department with difficult issues
  • Programmed PLC's using Siemens Step 7 TIA Portal
  • Conducted research and development for new applications or systems.

Controls/Design Engineer

Dabrico Inc.
05.2012 - 06.2018
  • Reviewed the URS (User Requirement Specifications) to plan and develop projects
  • Developed Electrical Schematics and cable diagrams using Autocad Electrical
  • Programmed PLC's using RSlogix 5000, or RSlogix 500 from scratch
  • Programmed HMI's, Panelviews using Factorytalk.

Journeyman Electrician

IBEW Local 176 Electrical Union
05.2005 - 05.2012
  • Conduit Bending
  • Ridged conduit IMC - EMT
  • Wire Pulling
  • Calculated wire size and type for various circuitry
  • Motor controls
  • Instrumentation Calibration.

X-Ray Department Unit Secretary

St. Mary's Hospital
03.2001 - 05.2005
  • Delivered x-ray films
  • Assisted patients
  • Performed computer data entry.

Cannon Crewmember

United States Army
08.1998 - 08.2001
  • Maintained tools and equipment
  • Documented daily activities
  • Conducted physical training
  • Performed various soldier duties.

Education

Associates in Applied Science Electrical Construction Technology -

Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, IL
05.2012

Associates in Applied Science Industrial Electrical Technology -

Kankakee Community College
Kankakee, IL
05.2004

Skills

  • Eplan Pro Panel
  • Autocad Electrical
  • Studio 5000
  • Connected Components Workbench
  • Rslogix 5000
  • Rslogix 500
  • Factorytalk Site Edition
  • Factorytalk Machine Edition
  • Siemens PCS7
  • Advanced Troubleshooting Skills

Certification

  • Journeyman Electrician
  • Certified UL 508A Panel Designer

References

  • Mario Trevino, Operations Manager, Dabrico Inc., (815) 386-3276, Mtrevino@Dabrico.com
  • James Ryder, Automation Engineer I, E2i, Inc., (478) 954-2726, Jryder@e2i.net

Timeline

Senior Process Automation Engineer

E2i, Inc.
07.2023 - Current

Process Automation Engineer II

E2i, Inc.
03.2022 - 07.2023

Senior Controls Engineer

Dabrico Inc.
06.2019 - 03.2022

Electrical Engineer

Peddinghaus Corp.
06.2018 - 06.2019

Controls/Design Engineer

Dabrico Inc.
05.2012 - 06.2018

Journeyman Electrician

IBEW Local 176 Electrical Union
05.2005 - 05.2012

X-Ray Department Unit Secretary

St. Mary's Hospital
03.2001 - 05.2005

Cannon Crewmember

United States Army
08.1998 - 08.2001

Associates in Applied Science Electrical Construction Technology -

Illinois Valley Community College

Associates in Applied Science Industrial Electrical Technology -

Kankakee Community College

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