Kaifu Liu
Burlington,ON
Summary
Reliable Electrical Controls Specialist dedicated to working efficiently and effectively in fast-paced environments. Focused employee adept at prioritizing tasks and working with precision and attention to detail. Ready for new position focused on working as part of team-oriented company.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
3
3
Languages
Work History
Electrical Controls Specialist
CareGo Tek Inc.
Burlington, ON
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Used Allen Bradley's Rockwell Studio 5000, a PLC program software to move steel around the warehouse 50% faster, space efficient, with 99.9% less damaged product
- Developed HMI with over 70 different displays in Allen Bradley's FactoryTalk View Studio to help clients track and control the status of 4 cranes, jobs, as well as provide notice of any required troubleshooting
- Integrated and tested Rockwell and Ignition software with SQL developers to send data provided by the warehouse to database, with over 100 tags recorded.
Assistant Processor Co-op
Capo Industries Ltd.
Burlington
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Followed precise instructions to create batches of product that were sampled for lab analysis and then packaged
- Coordinated with a team of 15 co-workers and supervisors to ensure that 94911L of product reached important client on time.
- Operated and serviced processor equipment to maintain production output.
- Maintained accurate records to enable processor activity and performance monitoring.
Education
M.D. - Manufacturing Engineering
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON12.2021
J.D. - Industrial Automation
McMaster University/Mohawk College
Hamilton, ON12.2020
Skills
- Thorough understanding of using Studio 5000 to create PLC programs Can create programs to fit a wide array of requirements, such as controlling servo speed and validating the details of a job to ensure it is possible
- Experienced in creating user-friendly HMIs using FactoryTalk View Studio Able to implement a wide array of essential features such as displaying alarms, and highlighting unsafe areas
- Extremely familiar using FactoryTalk Gateway, FactoryTalk Administration Console, Ignition and Design launcher as communication software for the PLC to communicate with databases Correspondingly, a deep understanding of how the data transmission occurs, ie, database "handshakes"
- Experienced in maintaining detailed records during on-site duties, encompassing step-by-step documentation, duration tracking, and delay analysis
- Proficient in creating and managing knowledge bases using Microsoft Excel, such as by documenting IDs for all components to allow for ease of tracking and management
Software:
Documentation
Troubleshooting:
- Conducting simulations to evaluate program functionality, HMI performance, and database integration, and diagnosing the root causes of faults and errors This includes the process of identifying the problem within the system and tracing the issues, such as detecting job faults triggered by undefined areas due to program unawareness
- Resolving HMI issues related to PLC code by examining the specific element of the display that is faulting and analyzing the animation and properties to determine why it isn't performing as it should For instance, a non-moving transfer car, which is often traced back to incorrect tag utilization within the animation
- Provided support to clients who require assistance outside regular business hours for a selection of possible issues This could be helping with manually changing something in the program to match a real-world condition such as an occupied crane cradle to assistance in restarting the system in the event of a blackout
- Effective Communication: Demonstrated effective communication by proactively seeking clarification when faced with uncertainty For example, during a project involving FactoryTalk View Studio, I actively engaged with senior colleagues to understand how to locate and control specific display elements Additionally, I facilitated communication with colleagues involved in production to ensure smooth operations by providing updates on fuel stabilizer quantities, optimizing production processes, and coordinating cleaning efforts
- Collaborative Teamwork: Appointed as a member of a team of 6 responsible for on-site work in the United States for 2-week periods to install software and inspect pre-existing hardware for clients Additionally, I promoted cross-functional teamwork by documenting potential process improvements unrelated to ongoing tests for future implementation
- Effective Time Management: Employed effective time management techniques to meet project deadlines For instance, when a testing phase was scheduled for one month after project initiation, I proactively allocated time during that month to prepare for the test by prioritizing tasks based on their significance and time requirements
Soft Skills
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop project Knowledgebase where all project information is stored and calculated in 30 tabs
- Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of Installing software in client's steel warehouse in 2 weeks
- Achieved connecting a Crane PLC to a database by troubleshooting the gateway software with accuracy and efficiency in 4 hours
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
Certification
- WAH Training - Nov 2022
- MEWP Training - Nov 2022
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteHybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsCompany CultureTimeline
Electrical Controls Specialist
CareGo Tek Inc.
03.2022 - 09.2023
Assistant Processor Co-op
Capo Industries Ltd.
01.2019 - 07.2019
M.D. - Manufacturing Engineering
McMaster University
J.D. - Industrial Automation
McMaster University/Mohawk College