Robert Cox
Olathe,KS
Summary
Precise Controls Engineer with a 12-year background in controls engineering. Responsible and reliable with familiarity with programming languages. Adept at consultancy support, new controls systems, existing controls systems, and analysis and research.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal Controls Engineer
ENTRUST Solutions Group
Olathe, KS
02.2021 - Current
- Mentored peers as a subject matter expert in AVEVA software (ArchestrA, Intouch, and MES)
- Mentored peers as a subject matter expert in Allen Bradley software
- Developed and integrated AVEVA MES projects across multiple Hill's Pet Nutrition facilities.
- Developed and implemented control systems for automated production processes.
- Programmed PLCs using Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagrams languages.
- Configured HMIs with graphic displays, alarms, data logging capabilities.
- Prepared cost estimates for customers according to services rendered.
Senior Project Engineer
ENTRUST Solutions Group
Olathe, KS
02.2019 - 02.2021
- Created project plans, monitored progress and managed resources accordingly.
- Performed system upgrades, modifications, and debugging to existing control systems.
- Provided technical support and training to engineering staff on the use of automation systems.
- Performed system integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning of process control systems.
- Programmed PLCs using ladder logic diagrams or structured text language.
- Configured and tested Human Machine Interfaces.
- Monitored performance of automated processes by analyzing real-time data from distributed control systems.
Project Engineer
ENTRUST Solutions Group
Olathe, KS
02.2016 - 03.2019
- Maintained project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities and resolving problems.
- Performed system upgrades, modifications, and debugging to existing control systems.
- Provided technical support and training to engineering staff on the use of automation systems.
- Performed system integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning of process control systems.
- Programmed PLCs using ladder logic diagrams or structured text language.
- Configured and tested Human Machine Interfaces.
Senior Design Engineer
ENTRUST Solutions Group
Olathe, KS
02.2014 - 02.2016
- Performed system upgrades, modifications, and debugging to existing control systems.
- Provided technical support and training to engineering staff on the use of automation systems.
- Performed system integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning of process control systems.
- Programmed PLCs using ladder logic diagrams or structured text language.
- Configured and tested Human Machine Interfaces.
- Monitored performance of automated processes by analyzing real-time data from distributed control systems.
Design Engineer
ENTRUST Solutions Group
Olathe, KS
01.2012 - 02.2014
- Performed system upgrades, modifications, and debugging to existing control systems.
- Provided technical support and training to engineering staff on the use of automation systems.
- Performed system integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning of process control systems.
- Programmed PLCs using ladder logic diagrams or structured text language.
- Configured and tested Human Machine Interfaces.
- Monitored performance of automated processes by analyzing real-time data from distributed control systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Kansas State University
Manhattan12-2011
Skills
- Process Automation
- C/C# Proficiency
- Attention to Detail
- Document Interpretation
- HMI Programming
- SQL Programming
- PLC Programming
- Data Acquisition
- Computer Assisted Design CAD Software
- Budget Preparation
- Customer Service
- System Design
- Relationship Building
- Python Programming Language
Certification
- WonderWare App Server Certified
- Ignition SepaSoft Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Principal Controls Engineer
ENTRUST Solutions Group
02.2021 - Current
Senior Project Engineer
ENTRUST Solutions Group
02.2019 - 02.2021
Project Engineer
ENTRUST Solutions Group
02.2016 - 03.2019
Senior Design Engineer
ENTRUST Solutions Group
02.2014 - 02.2016
Design Engineer
ENTRUST Solutions Group
01.2012 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Kansas State University
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