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Samantha Chapman

Cocoa Beach,FL

Summary

Seven years of extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in designing and commissioning automated equipment within the automotive and aerospace industries. Skilled in PLC programming, robotics programming, electrical systems design, and maintenance while ensuring compliance with industry safety standards. Proven ability to manage projects from concept to completion, delivering high-volume manufacturing solutions that are safe, reliable, efficient, and maintainable.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automation and Controls Specialist

SpaceX
07.2023 - Current
  • Designed and implemented factory automation systems.
  • PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming for new and existing processes.
  • Participated in the commissioning of high-quality electrical panels and electro-mechanical systems, including the design of CAD diagrams ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Programmed and implemented robotic safety systems, including Kuka Safe and DCS, ensuring operator safety and equipment compliance.
  • Developed detailed procedures and test plans for equipment.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure commonality.
  • Streamlined operations to enhance cost-efficiency and equipment health, reducing production timelines.
  • Resolved operational blockers and made real-time decisions to maintain project momentum.
  • Led projects to improve processes, ensuring optimal performance and production readiness.

Equipment Maintenance Technician

Tesla
03.2018 - 06.2023
  • Hands-on experience in commissioning, maintaining, and modifying safety devices, servo motors, gearboxes, sealer equipment, laser welders, spot welders, dimensional fixtures, conveyors, and robots.
  • Debugged PLC code emphasizing organized, maintainable, and reusable structures.
  • Developed schedules to achieve critical milestones.
  • Executed critical operations with real-time decision-making, achieving production goals.
  • Prioritized and executed tasks effectively in high-pressure environments, demonstrating keen attention to detail.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics Engineering

ECPI University
Virginia Beach, VA
12.2025

Skills

  • PLC: Siemens, Rockwell, Beckhoff
  • Robotics Programming: Fanuc, Kuka, ABB, Staubli, UR
  • Design: AutoCAD, Inventor, EPLAN, Mastercam, Robotmaster, NX, Kuka Sim, Process Simulate, Workvisual
  • Motion Systems: Gantries, Robotics, Conveyance, Motors, Actuators
  • Electrical Systems: Circuit Design, Motor Sizing, VFDs, Safety Logic Controllers, NEC, NFPA, UL508A compliance
  • Industrial Software Programming: WinCC, SCADA (Inductive Automation Ignition), IoT
  • Fieldbus Networking: EtherCAT, Profinet, Profisafe, Ethernet/IP
  • Hydraulics, Pneumatics , Fluids
  • Project Management
  • Smartsheet, Confluence, Jira, Warpdrive

Certification

  • Certified in Tesla Technical Training Fanuc Robotics: Robot Fundamentals, Program Applications, Controller Electrical Troubleshooting, 2023-02-01
  • Certified in Tesla Technical Training Kuka Robotics, 2022-01-01
  • Certified in Tesla Technical Training NFPA 70E, 2022-06-01
  • Certified in Tesla Technical Training Bollhoff, 2022-05-01
  • MiMotion Process Pump training, 2024-02-01

Timeline

Automation and Controls Specialist

SpaceX
07.2023 - Current

Equipment Maintenance Technician

Tesla
03.2018 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics Engineering

ECPI University

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