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Simon Zientek
Mechatronics Engineer
Urbana,OH
Summary
Motivated and fast learning problem solver seeking engineering position in well established company. Prepared to contribute abilities to the company while further developing acquired skills and gaining experience. Well organized, responsible and well-versed in computer vision and image processing in combination with industrial robots. Gained valuable experience in controls and automation by leading comprehensive automation project. Expanded my experience by working with motors and drives, complex controls designs and implementations and electrical safety in the workplace.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Electrical Engineer
HBD Thermoid
Bellefontaine, OH
05.2024 - Current
- Performed maintenance procedures and repairs on existing production equipment.
- Provided technical support on complex issues, assisting in finding efficient solutions to problems.
- Implementation and Support of Electrical Preventative Maintenance and Safety Programs
- Standardized PLC programs across production lines, implemented comprehensive data collection infrastructure to support data driven decision making
- Electrical and Software implementation of new motors and VFDs, reducing future replacement cost by 25% while drastically reducing lead times
Production Engineer
Stanley Electric U.S.
03.2022 - 05.2024
- PIC for time-critical automation project of 6 existing production lines in mass production. Designed end-of-arm tool, safety circuit for robot cell and developed concept for Robot and PLC program.
- Setup assembly lines and conducted trials to determine equipment and machine performance capabilities before transitioning to mass production.
- Performed root cause analysis in soft- and hardware and implemented corrective actions for down time and waste reduction.
- Created engineering documentation for processes and equipment specifications.
- Identified risk mitigation actions to reduce injuries, accidents and hazards in production environment.
- Programmed and taught Fanuc and IAI robots.
- Set up reliable and efficient vision inspections.
Construction Crew Lead
3C Industries
11.2021 - 03.2022
Engineering Intern
OMS Prüfservice GmbH
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Developed software interface and conducted quality assurance
- Designed and developed hybrid scanner probe
Internship
MAHLE Ventiltrieb GmbH
08.2016 - 09.2016
- Operated CNC machines
- Introduced to electro-pneumatics
- Worked in locksmith and electrician Maintenance
Internship
AHP Merkle GmbH
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Gained basic metal working skills
- Welding and fabrication
- Worked in assembly line
Construction Worker
Globe Serve
07.2015 - 04.2016
- Concrete and reinforcement work abroad
Renovator
BIG Service GmbH
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Building renovation after fire and water damages
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics
Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen
Friedberg (Hessen), Germany 09.2016 - 08.2020
Skills
Analytical and Critical Thinking
PLC & HMI Programming
Computer Vision
FANUC and IAI
Fast learning
Problem-solving
Python and OpenCV
RAPID Programming
MATLAB knowledge
Electrical experience
Team leadership
Project management
Analytical thinking
Critical thinking
Data collection
Control systems engineering
Variable Frequency Drives
NFPA 70E Training
Software
Keyence: XG-X and IX Vision
Mitsubishi: GX works, GT Designer
TIA Portal V15 SIEMENS
PyCharm, Anaconda
RobotStudio 2019
MATLAB and SIMULINK
Rockwell Suite: Studio 5000, FT View, FT Optix, CCW
Accomplishments
- I successfully led an automation project saving 8 operator positions and completing it under budget at $1,000,000, compared to an estimated outsourcing cost of $3,000,000.
- Together with my team I successfully reduced the cost of future DC to AC Motor and Drive conversions by 25% with drastically reduced lead times and significantly longer life expectancy.
- Standardized PLC programs and HMI screens across all production lines, allowing operators to successfully support every line without additional training.
Timeline
Electrical Engineer
HBD Thermoid
05.2024 - Current
Production Engineer
Stanley Electric U.S.
03.2022 - 05.2024
Construction Crew Lead
3C Industries
11.2021 - 03.2022
Engineering Intern
OMS Prüfservice GmbH
10.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics
Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen
09.2016 - 08.2020
Internship
MAHLE Ventiltrieb GmbH
08.2016 - 09.2016
Internship
AHP Merkle GmbH
06.2016 - 07.2016
Construction Worker
Globe Serve
07.2015 - 04.2016
Renovator
BIG Service GmbH
08.2014 - 06.2015
Additional Information
You may notice a gap in my history, from summer 2020 until 2021. In this time period I applied for my marriage based green card. I finally obtained my permanent residency in November 2021.