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Sheldon Ybanez

Summary

Accomplished Lead Controls Engineer with a proven track record at GE Vernova, adept in electrical design and system troubleshooting. Expert in enhancing system stability and reducing maintenance costs through innovative solutions. Skilled in fostering cross-functional team collaboration and providing exceptional technical support, ensuring project success and operational efficiency.

Engineering professional with significant experience in control system design and implementation. Known for developing innovative solutions that enhance system performance and reliability. Excellent team player with focus on collaboration and adaptability to meet dynamic project needs. Proficient in PLC programming, HMI design, and system integration.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Controls Engineer

GE Vernova
08.1993 - Current
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring successful integration of control systems in various projects.
  • Reduced downtime by effectively troubleshooting and resolving complex control system issues.
  • Trained personnel on new control system features, promoting a smooth transition during upgrades or installations.
  • Designed user-friendly HMI interfaces, enabling operators to efficiently monitor and manage plant operations.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and budgets, ensuring timely completion of objectives without compromising quality standards.
  • Provided technical support for electrical and instrumentation equipment, improving reliability and reducing maintenance costs.
  • Utilized various electrical tools and equipment to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical problems.
  • Wrote protocols, qualification documents, test plans and test reports for quality assurance purposes.
  • Rendered technical drawings and electrical systems specifications exceeding company standards.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with clients and contractors.
  • Provided technical support to external and internal customers.
  • Retested electrical products and systems to determine effect of modifications.
  • Coordinated with vendors to identify and procure appropriate equipment necessary for project completion.
  • Pioneered use of simulation software for control system validation, reducing risk of errors in live environments.
  • Conducted detailed root cause analyses to address and rectify recurring system faults, enhancing system stability.

Electrical Designer

Virginia Transformer Corporation
01.1991 - 08.1993
  • Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
  • Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
  • Completed electrical design of power transformers and created shop drawings and Bills of Materials for local manufacturing.
  • Monitored manufacturing and tested completed transformers to insure performance and operation met industrial and customer specifications and standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg
05-1990

Skills

  • Electrical design
  • System troubleshooting
  • SCADA development
  • Industrial networking
  • Data acquisition
  • Product development
  • Virtual commissioning
  • Control loop tuning
  • Implementation
  • Control systems management

Timeline

Lead Controls Engineer

GE Vernova
08.1993 - Current

Electrical Designer

Virginia Transformer Corporation
01.1991 - 08.1993

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Virginia Tech

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