Robert Pritchard
Marysville,Mi.
Summary
Electrical applications and programming engineer.
Results-driven engineering professional with strong expertise in control systems design, PLC programming, and automation. Proven track record in optimizing processes and enhancing operational efficiency through innovative solutions. Known for exceptional teamwork and adaptability, consistently delivering high-standard results. Skilled in troubleshooting, project management, and ensuring seamless integration of control systems in various industrial applications.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Controls Engineer : Gear Side
FCA Group
Warren, MI
2021 - Current
- Duties include: Programming /Design / Debug /Production Support.
- Equipment includes. Williams Furnaces, Hess Automation, Telesis Etchers,Fanuc Cutters and Grinders. Shot Peen Systems and Eitel straightening presses.
Controls Engineer
ZF Manufacturing
Marysville, MI
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Led design and implementation of control systems for manufacturing processes.
- Developed automated solutions to enhance production efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Analyzed system performance data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Mentored junior engineers in best practices for controls engineering and troubleshooting.
Controls Engineer : Gear Side 3rd Shift
FCA Group (On Roll at ZF Manufacturing Marysville Mi.)
Marysville, Mi.
01.2011 - 01.2021
- Duties include: Programming /Design / Debug /Production Support.
- Equipment includes. Williams Furnaces, Hess Automation, Telesis Etchers,Fanuc Cutters and Grinders. Shot Peen Systems and Eitel straightening presses.
Engineering Design
MAG PowerTrain / Cross Huller Ex Cello Lamb
1984 - 01.2011
- Engineering Design: Cummins Diesel Head Line
- Engineering Design / Service Chrysler Mack 4.7 Headline Expansion
- Engineering Design / Service Chrysler Mack 3.7 Headline
- Engineering Design: Kenosha 3.5L Headline
- Engineering Design / Service Controls Manager Hyundai Head & Block Line
- Engineering Design: Ford 6.2L Block line
- Engineering Design: CNC Spline shaper
- Engineering Design: Platform1 CNC
- Engineering Design: Boeing wing stringer CNC
Skills
- Past work experience
- Allen Bradley RS5000
- FANUC ROBOTS
- Siemens Step 7
- FANUC CNC
- Bosch Indra Works/Engineering
- SIEMENS 840D, 840SL CNC
- Williams Furnaces,
- Lapp End Test Equipment
- Gear Grind
- Schuler Stamping Presses
- Axle Assembly Equipment
- SAP Requisitions and Purchase Ordering System
Timeline
Controls Engineer
ZF Manufacturing
06.2021 - 05.2022
Controls Engineer : Gear Side 3rd Shift
FCA Group (On Roll at ZF Manufacturing Marysville Mi.)
01.2011 - 01.2021
Controls Engineer : Gear Side
FCA Group
2021 - Current
Engineering Design
MAG PowerTrain / Cross Huller Ex Cello Lamb
1984 - 01.2011
Summary of qualifications
- Over 42 years in the automotive welding, machine tool, Assembly, Grind and Heat Treat/Tempering Lines with increasing responsibilities in training, customer needs, negotiations, program development and implementation and engineering.
- Proven ability to manage, organize and develop machining systems.
- Classes and training in the following areas:
- Sceptor (HNC Fiber-optics)
- GMF-Fanuc RF 420 robots programming and Karol base programming
- GE-Fanuc 380 robots G-code base
- Indramat MT-CNC V18 V23.6
- Allen Bradley 6200 programming
- Allen Bradley Slick 500 programming
- Robotron weld controls programming and theory
- Square “D” PL7 Jr. programming
- Square “D” CCX17 programming
- Wonder Ware theory
- NUM CNC programming
- Telemecanique Unity PLC Programming
- Allen Bradly RSLogix
- Bosch Rexroth MTX Programming
- Siemens Power Line 840D CNC Programming
- Siemens Solution Line 840SL CNC Programming
- Siemens ProfiNet Certified
- Siemens ProfiSafe Programming
- Cognex/Fanuc 3DL Cameras
- Telesis Laser Etch Programming