Gilbert Dominguez
 

Mechanical Engineer - Automation, Controls, & Prototyping 

Gilbert Dominguez

 
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Greetings, 

My name is Gilbert Dominguez, and I am a mechanical engineering graduate with a concentration in automation and robotics from the Georgia Institute of Technology. My time at Georgia Tech can best be characterized as a jack of all trades. From the very beginning of my undergraduate career learning carpentry, set building, and audio engineering, to my latter years operating high-end 5-axis CNC machines, performing industrial automation research, and managing a prototyping lab. After graduation, I began my professional career in industrial automation, receiving exposure in everything from various PLC platforms, to large-scale motion control, and industrial vision and lidar solutions. My current focus is on the use of automation methods to improve existing manufacturing methods, encompassing everything from the controller and robotic implementation, in addition to usability and ease of understanding as well.


Experience

PLC Field Engineer, Knapp

May 2020 – Current

Commissioned large-scale warehouse automation systems on-site, focusing on single-tote conveyor systems using real-time software solutions and Siemens control platform. Prototype system machine troubleshooting, Linux control system integration, safety system implementation, and interpersonal communication & management.

Systems Engineer, iAutomation

July 2018 – March 2020

Facilitated the design, programming, and commissioning of software solutions and control systems using B&R, Allen Bradley, and GE platforms. Responsible for project management, control specification, electrical & software design, and onsite commissioning. Supported HMI, PLC, and DCS systems for industries in petroleum pipelines, warehouse automation, and car wash systems. Utilized industrial communication protocols including Modbus, OPC UA & DA, I/O link, Devicenet, and TCP/IP.

GVU Prototyping Lab Manager, Georgia Institute  Of Technology

January 2017 - July 2018

Managed the Operation and Maintenance of all Lab 3D-Printers, as well as leading New Personnel Orientation and Lab Access. Provided Knowledge & Assistance for All Equipment Available for Use for Individual Projects Based on Prior Experiences. Assisted Georgia Tech Personal in Producing Prototypes for Various Research and Personal Projects.

Global MANUFACTURING & automation Intern, Panasonic Automotive

May 2017 - August 2017

Investigated Potential Mechanical Functions & Cost Savings of Implementing Rethink Robotics’ Collaborative Robot, Sawyer. Modeled and Developed Custom End of Arm Tooling for Utilization with Sawyer’s Gripper System Using Siemens NX. Created Various Production Demonstrations Displaying Potential Manufacturing Applications for Sawyer. Produced a Detailed Technical Training Manual to Assist in Proper Sawyer Operation Training.

Project Engineering Co-op, Caraustar Paper Mill

January 2015 - August 2016

Managed Projects of Variable Scope Including Capital Projects in Excess of $15,000 Concerning Site Wide Improvement. Collaborated with Floor Personal, Mechanical/Electrical Contractors, & Management to Ensure Project Success. Produced CAD Drawings and Designs for Various Architectural and Mechanical Ventures

Skills

Software

• PLC Programming Platforms:
B&R Automation Studio, Siemens TIA, Rockwell Studio 5000, GE Machine Edition, & Festo CODESYS

• HMI Design Tools:
Rockwell FactoryTalk, GE iFIX, & Wonderware

• Machine Vision:
Teledyne Sherlock, Cognex, & SICK

• Engineering Design & Modeling:
Autodesk AutoCAD & Inventor, SolidWorks, Siemens NX, & MATLAB

• Coding Languages:
C, C++, Python, Linux, Structured Text, Ladder, & G-code

• Productivity & Design:
MS Word, MS Excel, & Adobe Creative Suite

Hardware

• PLC’s:
B&R X20, 2005, & 2003 | Siemens 1500 | Rockwell Control Logix & Compact Logix | GE Versamax

• Micro-Controllers:
Rasperry Pi, Arduino, & TI MSP432

• Industrial Robotics:
Sawyer - Rethink Robotics, ABB

• Additive Manufacturing:
Stratasys Dimension 1200es & Projet MJP 3600 Series

• Machining Tools:
5-Axis Programmable CNC Machines: Okuma Multus B30011 & Genos, Mazak VCU-500A/5X


 


Education

Georgia INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, ATLANTA

B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Robotics and Automation Concentration
Graduated May 2018

 

Awards

Undergraduate Mechanical EngineeringTeaching Assistant of the Year