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Swadeel Gaad

Hayward

Summary

Results-driven Electrical Engineer with expertise in automation, quality assurance, and system optimization. Strong analytical thinker with proven problem-solving, planning, and communication skills. Thrives in fast-paced, independent work environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Manufacturing Controls Engineer

Tesla Inc.
10.2020 - Current
  • Led automation initiatives that optimized production efficiency by integrating advanced PLC systems and sensor technologies, resulting in an increased Jobs Per Hour (JPH) rate and boosting line throughput by approximately $50K/hour.
  • Diagnosed and resolved complex controls and electrical issues in real-time, driving uptime improvements that increased weekly throughput by $125K to $750K.
  • Engineered and programmed Keyence laser sensors, color and object recognition cameras to enable automated body identification, enhancing traceability and centralized data management.
  • Designed and delivered comprehensive electrical and controls schematics tailored to project specifications, ensuring alignment with manufacturing and safety standards.
  • Oversaw installation and commissioning processes to ensure adherence to quality benchmarks, operational reliability, and regulatory compliance.

Controls Engineer

Inpro Electric
10.2018 - 10.2020
  • Programmed and optimized FANUC robots for high-precision manufacturing operations including spot-welding, MIG/MAG welding, gluing, and hemming.
  • Developed and modified PLC logic to streamline manufacturing processes—reducing cycle times and enabling automated control of stations, safety mechanisms, and robot coordination.
  • Diagnosed and resolved robot, PLC, and electrical/mechanical system faults in real time, enabling continuous production and minimizing downtime.
  • Implemented safety-integrated programming changes to reduce cycle time while maintaining compliance with operator and machine safety standards.
  • Ensured consistent production throughput by rapidly identifying and correcting controls and automation-related issues across robotic and PLC-controlled systems.

Design Engineer

Inventrom Robotics
07.2015 - 07.2016
  • Worked with Internet-of-Things (IoT) based application development team for mobile users using Google's design language 'Material Design'.
  • Successfully designed and interfaced 'Bolt-IoT' platform with everyday household and industry devices such as water sprinklers and factory alarm systems.
  • Designed the control system for self-steering robots which could detect obstacles such as wall and fire.
  • The robot would also follow a designated line if required.

Education

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

Clemson University
Clemson, SC
12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Telecommunication Engineering

Goa College of Engineering
07.2015

Skills

  • AutoCAD Electric, Electrical design, Electronic circuits and devices
  • Analysis of tracking systems, Digital image processing and computer vision, Linear and Non-Linear Control system
  • Siemens Sinamics Drive, SEW Eurodrive and Movit/MoviDrive(Pro)
  • Python Programming, C/C Programming, Robot programming and manipulators, Siemens PLC 300/1200, PLC programming
  • Process automation, Ignition, WinCC, Languages

Timeline

Sr. Manufacturing Controls Engineer

Tesla Inc.
10.2020 - Current

Controls Engineer

Inpro Electric
10.2018 - 10.2020

Design Engineer

Inventrom Robotics
07.2015 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Telecommunication Engineering

Goa College of Engineering

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

Clemson University

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