I worked as a contractor on the industrial automation engineering team at Whirlpool, where I carried out various improvements and implementations.Key accomplishments and responsibilities:- Identified and implemented automation and robotics solutions to optimize manufacturing processes;- Defined technical specifications and conducted detailed analyses of equipment and systems;- Managed and monitored projects from conception to implementation;- Established and maintained communication with suppliers, ensuring technical alignment and deadlines.Completed projects:- Participated with Porsche Consulting to increase lines capacities, decreasing minor stopages and making projects.- Implemented data collection at strategic points for OEE and FPY analysis, enhancing process efficiency and quality.- Developed and installed robotic cells for automating manual processes and piece movement, increasing productivity.- Upgraded and retrofitted Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) for optimized piece movement in the factory.

Activities:- PLC and HMI programming in Siemens and Rockwell platforms;- Robot programming for Fanuc, Kuka, Universal Robots, and Omron;- Vision system programming with Keyence and Cognex;- Configuration of industrial networks (Profinet and Ethernet-IP).Responsibilities:- Developed functional flows for equipment and handled offline software development;- Led commissioning and start-up of automation projects;- Managed small teams during project implementation;- Participated in client meetings (internal and external);- Conducted operational training and prepared technical reports and manuals.

Activities:- PLC and HMI programming in Siemens and Rockwell platforms;- Robot programming for Fanuc, Kuka, Universal Robots, and Omron;- Vision system programming with Keyence and Cognex;- Configuration of industrial networks (Profinet and Ethernet-IP).Responsibilities:- Developed functional flows for equipment and handled offline software development;- Led commissioning and start-up of automation projects;- Managed small teams during project implementation;- Participated in client meetings (internal and external);- Conducted operational training and prepared technical reports and manuals.

Gained comprehensive experience across all software departments within the company to understand processes and technologies. Additionally, provided support to lead programmers on various projects.