Akshay Kumar

Sr.ProjectEngineer

Proficient Automation (I) Pvt Ltd•  November 2024 - Present•  Ernakulam

Programming, configuring, and troubleshooting Siemens PLC systems, including the S7-1200, S7-1500, and S7-300/400 series. Skilled in using Siemens TIA Portal and STEP 7 for designing automation solutions, ladder logic, function block diagrams (FBD), and structured text programming. Integrating HMI systems using WinCC and establishing communication protocols like PROFINET, PROFIBUS, and MODBUS. System diagnostics, fault finding, and optimizing PLC-controlled processes for industrial automation. Hands-on experience in commissioning, testing, and maintaining automation systems in manufacturing, energy, and process industries. Knowledgeable in safety PLCs, fail-safe programming, and adhering to industry standards. Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and efficient automation solutions.

AutomationEngineer

Minebea Intec India Private Limited•  February 2023 - May 2024

Skills & Competencies in Basic Programming in C, .Net based Windows Application Development, MS SQL, PLC Programming, HMI and SCADA Programming, Reporting Tools (Crystal Report), Integration with Third Party Systems, Knowledge on IIoT Applications. Objective of the Position to deliver the production targets of the organization, Understand Customer needs and translate this need and prepare Software Requirement Specification (SRS), Design and Develop software based on SRS, Develop protocol to test or validate the software.

AutomationEngineer

Schwing Stetter India Private Limited•  February 2022 - January 2023

Work on custom automation solutions to support the team. Implement improvements with measurable results in savings, revenue, or quality. Program, configure, and integrate new equipment into existing systems. Responsible for the design and integration of control systems for customer applications and processes. Executing automation projects end to end i.e. initial designing through to inhouse testing. Developing and modifying PLC programs and HMI/PC user interfaces. Conducting factory acceptance tests. Providing remote support to service engineers on site.

TechnicalSupportEngineer

Tempsens Instruments India Pvt Ltd•  June 2019 - March 2021

Project Assistance, Technical Documentation for Tender, Quality Control (Temperature Sensors - Thermocouple, RTD), Technical Presentations, Digital Marketing, E-commerce site maintenance.