Jonathan Lucio Castañon

In charge of Automation Project management and development, Allen Bradley, Siemens and other PLC controller programming, VFD and motor starter commissioning. Electric control, electricity engineering, blueprint interpretation, networking. Interaction with suppliers, contractors, and clients. HMI and SCADA system design, data analysis, and engineering. Equipment's such as Power Flex, ABB, Siemens and others.

• Established company automation methodology, frameworks and tools.
• Troubleshot, fixed and improved electrical controls.
• Maintained, debugged and optimized automation programs.
• Tested equipment for proper operation and freedom from defects.
• Assisted maintenance personnel with complex troubleshooting.
• Utilized comprehensive understanding of Allen Bradley Ladder Logic to produce code to revolutionize automation.
• Trained developers and quality assurance team members in automation programs and processes.
• Performed gap analysis procedures and detailed data reviews to optimize implementation.
• Prepared automation concept and control drawings according to client specifications.
• Collaborated with systems engineers and customers to determine machine requirements and develop specifications for user interface, machine functions and quality control to deliver reliable automation systems.
• Supported facility and process equipment engineering and design, integration and validation.
• Supported business needs dependent on location, working with staff at all levels to produce targeted solutions.
• Established best practices and innovative solutions to enhance production rates and output quality.
• Supported Engineering and Maintenance departments with training and technical support.
• Discussed requirements and processes with project managers and developers.
• Updated and maintained project documentation for detailed recordkeeping.

Remarkable projects:

• ECS v8 upgrade (Samalayuca, MX) - Aggregates area project coordination, programming of Raw mill PLC, supervision and commissioning of plant control system upgrade.
• ECS v8 upgrade (Juarez, MX) - Cement production project coordination, programming of Cement mill PLC, supervision and commissioning of plant control system upgrade.
• ECS v8 and UTIS project (Dominican Republic) - Programming of UTIS system integration in Kiln PLC, supervision and commissioning of system control and upgrade.
• ECS v8 Plant Expansion (Samalayuca, MX) - Programming of Alternative fuels system, Kiln PLC and Cooling system modifications, supervision and commissioning of plant control system upgrade.

In charge of coordinating and supervising equipment maintenance. Training new staff according to their activities. Identification and mitigation of health and safety risks at work. Quoting and budgeting for jobs and spare parts. Inventory and personnel management.

• Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
• Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
• Managed efficient teams of up to 10 employees.
• Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Adjusted machine settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
• Rolled out improved training programs for maintenance employees.
• Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
• Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
• Contributed to development, implementation, and execution of maintenance programs.
• Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.

Remarkable projects:

• Implementation of energy efficiency improvement to comply with the grid code established by CFE (Federal Electricity Commission).
• Improvement of maintenance procedures and safe approaching.
• Safety and health risk detection and management.

Responsible for providing support and maintenance to machinery and control rooms. Programming and fault detection in SMC-Flex starters and Power Flex Frequency Inverters. Implementation of the TPM system and programming of preventive equipment maintenance. Dealing with suppliers and contractors.

• Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
• Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
• Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
• Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
• Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
• Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
• Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
• Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
• Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
• Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.

In charge of giving maintenance and support to electric testing machines for transformers of different capacities, also designing and adapting security equipment for machines, seeking the workers safety at work.

• Responsible of projects and quotations for the continuous improvement.
• Identification and elimination of risks for the health and safety of workers.
• Translation and interpretation of manuals, English to Spanish and vice versa.
• Training workers on the use of new equipment.
• Elaborating documents about safe ways to operate machines.
• Collaborated with engineering team to determine project specifications.
• Assisted engineers with inspections of finished construction.
• Adhered to timelines to meet quality assurance targets.
• Studied corrections from senior engineers to learn and grow professionally.
• Consulted with other disciplines and clients to resolve issues effectively.
• Designed projects under direction of experienced engineering professionals.
• Prepared standard reports and documentation to communicate results to senior management.
• Studied manufacturing processes to improve overall knowledge.
• Maintained positive work atmosphere by building relationships with co-workers, customers, clients, and management.
• Participated in failure analysis and debugging report activities.
• Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to analyze upcoming projects.
• Created 3D models from 2D drawings.