Oleksandr Postrygan
Waterloo,Canada
Summary
Control Technician with hands-on expertise in PLC programming, HMI design, and industrial automation systems. Experienced in integrating robotics, pneumatics, and various hardware components into automated production lines. Strong background in troubleshooting, system commissioning, and involvement in large-scale projects for clients such as GM and Stellantis.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Controls Technician
Ascension Automation Solutions Ltd.
Cambridge, Canada
10.2024 - 02.2025
- PLC's, HMI, Nachi/Fanuc Robots, Servo/VFD Motion/ Safety, Various conveyors, Stellantis programming standard.
- Design and develop software programs specific to customer and projects requirements.
Controls System Software Designer
ATS automation
Cambridge, Canada
01.2023 - 10.2024
- PLC's, HMI design, IDC motors, Zebra printers, Network Switches, Atlas Copco Systems, Hand scanners, Vision Systems, Safety.
- Design and develop software programs specific to customer and projects requirements.
- Perform troubleshooting and commissioning of control systems at our facility during the integration phase, then carry out installation and start-up at the customer's site.
CNC Machine Operator
Unost
Cherkasy, Cherkasy
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machines malfunction.
- Repaired damaged parts according to company standards before returning them back into service.
- Rhinoceros 3D, CNC machine, Autodesk 3ds Max, SolidWorks, Autodesk AutoCAD
Lifeguard
Cincinnati Pool Management
Ohio, USA
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Logged chemical readings to keep pool water at safe levels and avoid potential illness among patrons.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies in the pool area.
Education
Master of Science - Industrial Mechatronics
Technical University of Kosice
Košice, Slovak Republic06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics
Technical University of Kosice
Košice, Slovak Republic01.2020
Some College (No Degree) - CNC Machine
Technická Škola Cherkasy
Cherkasy06-2017
Skills
- University Training and Skills
- Java: theoretical and practical background from university studies
- Phoenix Contact PC WORX - theoretical and practical knowledge from university studies, supplemented by additional training courses
- B&R Automation Studio - Theoretical and practical knowledge from university studies
- Hands-ON Experience from Industry Projects
- Rockwell Studio 5000: practical experience from automation projects at GM and Stellantis, including PLC programming and system configuration
- Cisco eTool (Cisco switches) – practical experience from automation projects at GM, including programming, and system configuration
- Industrial Location SpotPoint: experience with Atlas Copco systems for monitoring operator positioning during tool use on the production line
- PortVision DX (Honeywell hand scanners) I used for configuring and managing scanners during automation setup and diagnostics
- Keyence Safety Device Configurator – practical experience from automation projects at GM, including system configuration
- Siemens TIA Portal – during the GM (CAMI) project, it was used for working with HMIith HMI systems; additional theoretical background from university studies
- HMI (Siemens & Rockwell) - hands-on experience with configuration, screen design, and logic integration into PLC programs during GM and Stellantis projects
- Industrial Robotics (Nachi & Fanuc) - experience with integration into PLC programs and hands-on work during installation and commissioning stages
- Industrial hardware - practical experience with installation, troubleshooting, and system integration during automation projects
- IDC Motors – experience with configuration, wiring, and integration of IDC motors in automated systems during industrial projects
- Zebra Printers - Hands-on experience with the configuration, setup, and integration of Zebra label printers in automated production environments
- Pneumatic systems - hands-on experience with integrating pneumatic systems into PLC- controlled automation setups, including troubleshooting and system optimazation
- Electrical Schematics Reading - confident in reading, interpreting and working with electrical and wiring diagrams for troubleshooting, installation and system integration
-Other technical experience
- CNC machines - cut and shape mechanical parts according to technical drawings
- Graphic design programs (Rhinoceros 3D & Autodesk AutoCAD & SolidWorks)-while working as a CNC machine operator to create and develop design models
Languages
English
Professional
Ukrainian
Native/ Bilingual
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
Slovak
Professional
Timeline
Controls Technician
Ascension Automation Solutions Ltd.
10.2024 - 02.2025
Controls System Software Designer
ATS automation
01.2023 - 10.2024
CNC Machine Operator
Unost
06.2021 - 08.2021
Lifeguard
Cincinnati Pool Management
05.2016 - 09.2016
Master of Science - Industrial Mechatronics
Technical University of Kosice
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics
Technical University of Kosice
Some College (No Degree) - CNC Machine
Technická Škola Cherkasy
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