SAIMADHUMITHA M
Saint Louis,Missouri
Summary
Results-driven engineering professional with 3 years of strong expertise in control systems design, PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development and industrial 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
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Controls Engineer
Diversified Automation
06.2025 - Current
- Develop initial code conforming to established in-house programming and field commissioning standards.
- Comply with customer specifications on each project for system control and monitoring, testing, completing field testing documentation, and field commissioning and start-up activities.
- Prepare detailed and complete PLC programs that are fully annotated and comply with the system design drawings required to implement the project scope according to project specifications.
- Integrate PLC systems with SCADA using industrial protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus).
- Create the tags using HMI according to customer requirements.
- Ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and customer requirements.
- Complete all commissioning documents for L1 and L2 commissioning.
- Coordinated drawings with PLC, SCADA, VFD, and instrumentation designs for seamless integration.
- Integrated photoelectric, proximity, encoder, and safety sensors for product tracking and jam detection.
- Integrated rotary and linear encoders with PLC systems for accurate position and speed feedback.
- Applied NEC, IEC, and IEEE standards to ensure electrical safety and compliance.
- Travel to job sites as required for commissioning and start-up activities for assigned projects.
- Collaborate with project managers, customers, and others to discuss and understand project specifications, scope, and design requirements.
Electrical Engineer
Walmart
04.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed PLC and HMI programs, including upgrades to pre-existing ones, for automated control systems.
- Examined electrical designs for adherence to quality standards, enhancing performance and safety requirements.
- Developed and tested automated control and switchgear systems, which resulted in a 10% decrease in defects and a 20% boost in production capacity.
- Designed control panel layouts, wiring schematics, and I/O drawings using AutoCAD Electrical.
- Developed and maintained HMI/SCADA screens, alarms, and trends to improve operational visibility.
- Developed technical submittals, such as wiring schematics, Bill of Materials, and layout drawings, making sure they complied with industry standards and customer specifications.
- Configured and commissioned Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) for motors and conveyors.
- Performed parameters tuning, speed control, and fault diagnostics to optimize motor performance.
- Worked together with project management to establish deliverables, schedules, and scope, guaranteeing that engineering and design tasks were finished on time.
- Fostered a collaborative environment by working closely with cross-functional teams to accomplish project milestones.
Electrical Engineer
Avantel Limited
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Helped create electrical schematics while making sure design requirements were followed.
- Created automated switchgear systems, which resulted in a notable boost in production capacity and a decrease in faults.
- Used Python for automation, testing, and data integration with PLC and HMI systems.
- Made use of computer technology to support plant control activities, which increased productivity.
- Assisted in the designing and testing of advanced power plant control systems, which improved operational efficiency.
- Performed testing and inspections on-site to confirm that the equipment design complied with performance standards.
Education
Master of Science - Electrical & Computer Engineering
Southern Illinois University
Edwardsville, IL12.2023
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Computer Engineering
Vignana Bharathi Institute of Technology
India05.2020
Skills
- PLC Programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
- HMI Programming (FactoryTalk, WinCC)
- VFD Configuration & Commissioning
- Industrial Communication (EtherNet/IP, Modbus)
- SCADA
- Circuit Design
- Power Distribution
- Switch Boards
- Switchgear
- AutoCAD
- LTSpice
- MATLAB
- Pro E
- PSpice
- Python
- Verilog HDL
- Bill of Materials
- Technical Documentation
- Testing Procedures
- Microsoft Office
- Word
- C/C proficiency
Timeline
Controls Engineer
Diversified Automation
06.2025 - Current
Electrical Engineer
Walmart
04.2024 - 06.2025
Electrical Engineer
Avantel Limited
06.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Computer Engineering
Vignana Bharathi Institute of Technology
Master of Science - Electrical & Computer Engineering
Southern Illinois University