Automation Controls Engineer Resume Example

Senior Automation Engineer · Biogen

Cambridge, MA · 2021 - Present

• Led the design and implementation of DeltaV Distributed Control Systems (DCS) for a new biologics manufacturing suite, reducing batch processing time by 15% and increasing annual throughput.
• Developed and validated GAMP 5 compliant software for critical cell culture and purification processes, contributing to 100% success rate in FDA audits for assigned systems.
• Optimized existing SCADA (OSIsoft PI) and HMI interfaces, improving operator efficiency by 20% and reducing human error in batch execution through intuitive design.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex automation issues, resolving critical downtime events within 2 hours, minimizing production losses by over $500K annually.

Automation Controls Engineer · CRB Group

Boston, MA · 2018 - 2021

• Engineered and programmed Rockwell PlantPAx DCS and ControlLogix PLC systems for multiple pharmaceutical clients, resulting in successful commissioning of 5 new manufacturing lines.
• Designed and implemented complex batch control sequences following ISA-88 standards, improving batch consistency and reducing material waste by an average of 10% across projects.
• Developed detailed functional requirement specifications (FRS) and design specifications (DS) for automation systems, ensuring compliance with client URS and regulatory guidelines.
• Conducted extensive Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for automation systems, achieving zero critical defects post-startup for all assigned projects.

M.S. in Electrical Engineering · Northeastern University

Boston, MA · 2018 - 2020

• Specialization in Control Systems and Robotics
• Graduate GPA: 3.8/4.0

B.S. in Electrical Engineering · University of Massachusetts Amherst

Amherst, MA · 2014 - 2018

• Graduated Cum Laude
• Undergraduate GPA: 3.6/4.0
• Capstone Project: Automated Dispensing System for Lab Environments

Automation Controls Engineer · Abbott Laboratories

Lake Bluff, IL · 2023 - Present

• Led the design and implementation of automated vision inspection systems for pharmaceutical packaging lines, reducing defect rates by 18% and improving throughput by 15%.
• Developed and optimized PLC programs (Rockwell Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal) for new high-speed assembly equipment, contributing to a 20% increase in production line efficiency.
• Integrated robotic arms (FANUC, KUKA) with existing automation cells, decreasing manual labor requirements by 25% and enhancing safety protocols.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex control system issues, decreasing average downtime by 12% across multiple manufacturing operations.

Controls Engineer · Siemens Industry, Inc.

Chicago, IL · 2020 - 2022

• Programmed and commissioned PLC/HMI solutions for industrial machinery, including material handling and process control systems, for 5+ client projects, ensuring successful site acceptance tests.
• Designed and implemented SCADA systems using WinCC and Ignition, providing operators with enhanced visualization and control, leading to a 10% reduction in operator errors.
• Performed system integration and network configuration for industrial Ethernet (Profinet, EtherNet/IP) on new installations, achieving 99.8% system uptime.
• Assisted in FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and SAT (Site Acceptance Testing) procedures for complex automation projects, ensuring compliance with client specifications and industry standards.

Process Engineer · General Mills

Cedar Rapids, IA · 2017 - 2020

• Optimized manufacturing processes for cereal production lines, identifying bottlenecks and implementing solutions that increased yield by 7% and reduced waste by 5%.
• Utilized statistical process control (SPC) and lean methodologies to monitor process performance, resulting in a 15% improvement in product quality consistency.
• Managed capital projects valued up to $500,000 for equipment upgrades, delivering projects 10% under budget and 2 weeks ahead of schedule.
• Developed and implemented standard operating procedures (SOPs) for new equipment, reducing training time for operators by 20%.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering · University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Urbana, IL · 2013 - 2017

• Graduated Magna Cum Laude, GPA: 3.8/4.0
• Recipient of the Engineering Dean's List for 6 semesters
• Completed capstone project: Design and analysis of an automated sorting system for manufacturing