Carlos Meneses
Control Engineer
Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico.
SOFTWARE & HARDWARE
Allen-Bradley:
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PLC: RSLogix 5000 / Studio 5000.
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HMI: FactoryTalk View Studio.
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Equipment: · Kinetix Servo Drives, Armor Start, Armor PowerFlex.
Siemens:
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PLC & HMI: TIA Portal V13 – V16.
Keyence:
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IV, IV2 and IV3 Navigator, CVX Series Terminal.
Cognex:
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In-Sight.
Sick:
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CDS, Safety Designer.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Ford Motor Company – Multiple Programs, Michigan 2025.
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Front Suspension Transfer from Conveyor to AGV (Aug 2025).
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Rear Suspension Transfer from Conveyor to AGV (Oct 2025).
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OHAP Over/Under Pallet Conveyor System (Nov 2025).
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Robotic Battery Transfer System (Dec 2025).
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Programmed and optimized conveyor control logic using PLCs. Designed, developed, and commissioned HMI screens for production systems. Participated in commissioning and startup of automated production lines.
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Modified standard machine logic and implemented safety logic for Kawasaki robotic sequencing. Performed hardware firmware flashing to required versions.
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Executed PLC and HMI downloads during commissioning. Configured industrial network communications.
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Conducted I/O checks and system validation. Performed drive setup and tuning for conveyor systems. Developed station and conveyor layout visualization screens. Executed safety validation and checksum updates.
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Led and supported dry cycle readiness and validation prior to production.
Walmart – Casa Grande, Arizona 2024.
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Commissioning and debugging sorting cells.
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Testing and validation for of lines to make sure that everything was according to client specifications.
Ford Oakville – Utica, Michigan 2024.
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Commissioning and debugging Battery Transfer and Half Shaft Cells.
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Testing and validation for of lines to make sure that everything was according to client specifications.
Ford Oakville - Utica, Michigan 2024.
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Commissioning and debugging SDU, PDU and Front Corner conveyor line.
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Testing and validation for of lines to make sure that everything was according to client specifications.
SFT Magna International – Sonora, Mexico 2022.
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Installation and programming of Keyence vision systems for quality control processes in MIG and spot-welding detection.
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Development of PLC logic for sequencing and operation.
SFT Magna International – Sonora, Mexico 2021.
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Development of PLC logic and machine commissioning for a new Welding Pedestal.
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Setup of Balluff modules, Pneumatic components, and SMC sensors for water flow and air pressure.
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Development of screens for PanelView Plus.
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Ethernet communication between Medar and PLC. Electrical connections in control panel (safety relays, 24V distribution).
SFT Magna International – Sonora, México 2020.
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Production support in assembly area.
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Commissioning and debugging for project CX430 and P758.
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Implementation of improvements to actual production lines to reduce cycle time.
EDUCATION
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Mechatronic Engineering – Hermosillo ’ s Institute of Technology. German.
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Mechatronic Specialist – AHK-CAMEXA Sonora Technical Training Center.
COURSES & CERTIFICATIONS
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2024 Siemens TIA Portal – Intermediate PLC Programming.
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2024 Cognex In-Sight Machine Vision Industrial Development.
LANGUAGES
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Spanish: Native.
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English: C1.
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