GUILLERMO FABIAN CIRULLI

DUTIES:

• Improved service operations with efficient troubleshooting of equipment issues.
• Diagnosed equipment malfunctions to ensure optimal operation.
• Provided technical support for resolving diverse client issues.
• Addressed client concerns, ensuring prompt resolution and heightened customer trust.
• Diagnosed technical problems to deliver effective solutions and maintain client equipment.
• Conducted routine maintenance for optimizing machine performance and reducing downtime.
• Provided detailed reports on service visits for improved communication and follow-up.
• Enhanced team performance by sharing technical knowledge and best practices.
• Reduced equipment failures, applying preventive maintenance techniques.
• Collaborated with engineering team to enhance product reliability and client satisfaction.
• Implemented service protocols to standardize procedures and improve efficiency.
• Improved client relationships by delivering on-site technical support and guidance.
• Maintained detailed service records to support warranty claims and service history.
• Delivered technical training to clients, improving product utilization and satisfaction.
• Supported sales team with technical expertise, fostering better client engagement.
• Enhanced equipment performance through targeted upgrades and adjustments.
• Monitored service trends to identify recurring issues and proactively address them.
• Improved service turnaround times by streamlining workflow processes.
• Resolved complex technical issues, enhancing customer confidence in service capabilities.
• Optimized inventory management, ensuring availability of essential spare parts.
• Built strong client rapport by consistently delivering high-quality service interventions.
• Installed, configured and tested equipment on specialized platforms.
• Tested and checked performance of hardware and software programs.
• Boosted service quality by continually updating technical knowledge and staying current with industry trends.
• Analyzed, troubleshot and diagnosed problems and provided prompt repair and solutions.
• Increased client retention, delivering exceptional customer service during on-site visits and remote support sessions.
• Created relationships with key decision-makers and served as external technical spokesperson.
• Performed periodic testing of all networks and systems.
• Improved system efficiency with thorough troubleshooting and root cause analysis of technical issues.
• Implemented efficient inventory management systems to ensure sufficient stock levels for spare parts required during servicing visits.
• Provided comprehensive training to junior engineers, fostering professional development within the team.
• Developed and maintained broad knowledge of applications and industry activity to stay aware of trends, issues and competitions.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations during installations and repairs, prioritizing a safe work environment at all times.
• Engaged in first-level support for customers requiring routine support and troubleshooting.
• Participated in client consultations and product capability demonstrations to support sales efforts.
• Analyzed and evaluated performance and optimized efficiency.
• Reduced equipment downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and implementing preventive measures.
• Provided customer feedback to team to facilitate project road map and relationship planning.
• Optimized resource utilization to minimize costs by accurately estimating job requirements and procuring necessary parts in a timely manner.
• Worked cross-functionally within organization and external partners, integrators and vendors.
• Assisted Sales team through preparation and delivery of technical presentations and statements of work by matching specific client business requirements with effective technical solutions.
• Assisted in the creation of user manuals and documentation for ease of reference during routine maintenance tasks.
• Delivered outstanding after-sales support, maintaining open lines of communication with clients to address concerns or inquiries promptly.
• Contributed to company growth by generating new business leads through positive word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied clients.
• Educated prospects on product implementation and usage and answered technical and security questions.
• Collaborated with product development teams to share field insights that contributed towards design improvements and better user experiences.
• Escalated and re-produced problem to internal development sources to reach solution.
• Conducted detailed failure analysis reports for critical incidents, contributing towards continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.
• Developed, designed, deployed and integrated systems and Mesh and ACN networks.
• Performed troubleshooting and repair for complex of DCS and PLC components
• Visually inspected and tested machinery and equipment, performing routine preventive maintenance.
• Documented maintenance activities and confirmed compliance with relevant regulations.
• Organized and directed maintenance shutdowns and startups.
• Diagnosed and resolved machine operation variations and equipment problems.
• Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
• Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by conducting thorough equipment inspections and repairs.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing service requests and providing technical solutions.
• Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
• I work in the service area where I have participated in different automation and/or maintenance projects of existing control systems
• Work on projects, installations, configurations, modifications, development, programming, support, troubleshooting, maintenance contracts, troubleshooting, re-engineering with Foxboro DCS (classic and virtualized), Schneider PLCs and InTouch HMI
• Problem analysis and good analytical thinking
• Installation and configuration of Mcafee EPO and Mcafee Self-Managed applications
• Corrective and preventive maintenance of Control Systems (PLC; DCS, HMI) and technical reports
• Preparation of descriptive reports of processes
• I work with industrial communication protocols: Fieldbus Foundation, Profibus, HART, TCP/IP, Modbus/IP, OPC
• Performing FAT, CAT and signal start-up tests
• Installation, configuration and development of virtualized DCS systems (Foxboro DCS "I/A Series")
• I work with multi-domain architecture
• Installing domain controllers
• Virtualization of domain controllers
• Preparation of installation, configuration and operation manuals for Operators, Maintenance Personnel and Engineers
• Security maintenance services for servers, workstations: antivirus, patches
• System migrations

PROJECTS:

1.- Integration, configuration Schneider PLC network and communication configuration with PLC (ControlLogix) and Rockwell HMI (Factory Talk View)

Nov 2024 - Present

• Development and configuration of a Schneider network with M340 PLCs, M580 PLCs, Remote Racks, RIO network, DTM and CIO network
• Configuration of Ethernet/IP protocol communication between the Schneider M580 PLC and the Rockwell ControlLogix PLC
• Configuring Communication with the Rockwell Factory Talk View HMI

2.- Configuration and development of remote monitoring system in CMPC Santa Fe, CMPC Laja and CODELCO Gaby customers

May 2024 - Sep 2024

• Development and modification of the remote monitoring system to the Plant Control System
• Configuration of modifications requested by the customer and remote maintenance
• Monitoring of DCS status parameters
• Development and writing of the user manual for operating the remote monitoring software
• Remote DCS maintenance in mining CODELCO Gaby customer, Configuration of customer-requested modifications and remote maintenance of the plant's Foxboro DCS
• Remote DCS maintenance in CMPC Santa Fe and CMPC Laja customers

3.- DCS maintenance in CMPC Santa Fe and CMPC Laja customers

Jun 2024 - Apr 2024

• Foxboro DCS Preventive and Corrective Maintenance (Procedures, FERRET File Generation, Reporting)

4.- Maintenance of PLCs (Schneider line) and HMI (InTouch) in Kinross mining company customer, Copiapó

Sep 2023 - Dec 2023

• Configuration of modifications requested by the customer, configuration of periodic backup systems in all PLC's and HMI's, commissioning of signals
• Installation, configuration and programming of new PLCs and HMIs for new project in the ore extraction process requested by the Engineering Department

5.- Maintenance of control systems in ENAP Magallanes customer, Punta Arenas and Tierra del Fuego

Feb 2023 - Aug 2023

• Maintenance on all DCS (Foxboro), PLCs (the entire Schneider line) and HMI (InTouch) plants
• Installation of new hardware, configuration of modifications requested by the customer, migration of HMI, preventive maintenance of all control systems

6.- Configuration and repair of Mcafee EPO in Generadora Metropolitana customer, Santiago

• EPO Manager Mcafee has been repaired because it did not update the DAT files. New updates and Mcafee EPO packages installed

7.- PLC and HMI migration in Kinross mining company customer

Jul 2022 - Jan 2023

• Configuration on Modicon M580 PLCs and InTouch HMI to migrate old applications that were installed on other computers and other software
• Migration of an area of AngloAmerican's LIX Plant controlled by a Modicon PLC to the Foxboro DCS that controls almost all of that Plant.

8.- Maintenance of control system and new projects in mining AngloAmerican customer, Santiago

Jan 2015 - jan 2023

• Communication tests with field teams
• Maintenance of the Foxboro DCS control system (procedure, FERRET, reports) Installation of new hardware
• Configuration of industrial communication protocols (fieldbus foundation, profibus, ethernet IP, modbus) Coordinator of activities in plant stoppage due to maintenance
• Realization of new projects in DCS
• Migrating PLC-controlled areas - SCADA to Foxboro DCS
• Scheduled DCS maintenance

9.- Software migration from an area of AngloAmerican's Lix Plant that was controlled by a Modicon PLC to the virtualized Foxboro DCS system that controls almost the entirety of that LIX Plant

Nov 2022 - Dec 2022

• Configuration of the control logics that the PLC had in the Foxboro DCS system
• Design and configuration of screens
• Functional tests and commissioning were carried out

10.- Scheduled DCS maintenance. in AES Gener customer, Tocopilla

Jul 2022 - Jul 2022

• Foxboro DCS Control System Scheduled Maintenance Procedure at plant stoppage due to maintenance
• Scheduled maintenance of the DCS in CMPC Santa Fe customer

11.- DCS expansion project at mining CODELCO Teniente customer (MAGA project)

Apr 2022 - May 2022

• Installation, configuration and programming of the Foxboro DCS virtual system with domain control
• Programming and installation of switches
• Configuration of Mesh and ACN networks

12.- DCS migration at mining AngloAmerican customer, Santiago

Jul 2022 - Sep 2022

• Hardware and software migration from an old DCS system to a new virtualized Foxboro DCS system
• Installation and configuration of mesh and ACN networks
• Installation and configuration of switches, servers, workstations
• Hardware and software were installed
• Functional tests and commissioning were carried out

13.- Design, development and configuration of an expert truck unloading system at AngloAmerican's Primary Crusher 1 and Primary Crusher 2 Plants

Feb 2016 - May 2016

• Design, development, configuration of an expert system for the unloading of trucks in the Primary Crusher 1 and Primary Crusher 2 Plants of the AngloAmerican company
• This was done in the existing PLCs that control these 2 Primary Crushers
• This expert system was made on Allen Bradley's ControlLogix PLCs
• Operation screens were also developed for control and monitoring of the new automation created
• This was done in Rockwell Automation's HMI, the Fatory Talk View

14.- Foxboro DCS upgrade at TOTAL's Cañadon Alfa gas plant, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina
Feb 2015 - Apr 2015

• Complete DCS migration. New equipment was installed, a new Mesh control network, specific software was installed on each of the equipment, they were configured and connected to the mesh network. Functional tests were performed and the plant was started without problems, managing not to stop production, which was the objective of this upgrade.

15.- Migration from INFI90 to Foxboro DCS in CMPC Maule customer

Sep 2014 - Nov 2014

• Installation of migrated control system, installation of new hardware, testing and FAT protocol and commissioning of signals

16.- Automation Project at Minera Las Bambas customer, Perú

Sep 2014 - Nov 2014

• Foxboro DCS hardware and software installation (servers and workstation), switch configuration and mesh network

17.- DCS migration project at ENAP Magallanes customer, Cullen Plant, Tierra del Fuego

Jul 2014 - Aug 2014

Foxboro DCS hardware and software installation (servers and workstation), switch configuration and mesh network

18.- Foxboro Triconex PLC firmware update at ENAP Aconcagua customer, Concón

Jun 2014 - Jun 2014

Firmware update on all 3 Triconex processor PLCs

19.- DCS expansion project at mining CODELCO Gaby customer, Calama

Apr 2014 - Jun 2014

• Foxboro DCS control system installation (Recomit), switch configuration and mesh network
• Signal Implementation

20.- DCS expansion project at mining CODELCO Ventana customer

Feb 2014 - Apr 2014

• Installation of Foxboro DCS hardware and software (servers and workstations), configuration of mesh network and switches, testing and FAT and CAT protocols
• Commissioning

21.- DCS expansion project in GNL customer, Mejillones

Nov 2013 - Dec 2013

• Configuration of all DCS displays installed in that project
• Screen Testing with Field Equipment

22.- DCS expansion project in AES Gener customer, Tocopilla

Oct 2013 - Nov 2013

(Servers and Workstations) hardware and software installation, AES Gener Generator Unit 1 switch and mesh network configuration

• Diagnosed equipment malfunctions to ensure optimal operation.
• Provided technical support for resolving diverse client issues.

DUTIES:

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
• Jobs in the development, installation, configuration and support of applications for industrial process control systems
• Automation design, process optimization, report generation, budget control, technical support and customer service, engineering, predictive and corrective maintenance
• Preparation of descriptive reports of processes: Implementation of systems
• Signal commissioning
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Office programs
• Team leadership
• Development, project execution and project leadership
• Industrial Switch Configuration
• Communication of industrial switches and communication devices
• System backup
• Migration projects
• Industrial networks
• Industrial communication protocols
• Continuous improvements
• Work with PLCs from the Rockwell Automation line: ControlLogix, CompactLogix, FlexLogix, MicroLogix, SLC500, PLC 5, networks such as ControlNet, DeviceNet, Ethernet, industrial communication protocols, communication controllers PowerFlex controller, PanelView Plus control panels, Panelbuilder and I also worked with Rockwell Automation HMI, Factory Talk View and RSView32
• Configuration, installation and design of Wonderware Intouch, Wonderware System Platform, Wonderware Historian, Alarm Manager, Trends
• Working with Siemens WinCC Flexible HMI SCADA and General Electric Cimplicity

PROJETS:

1.- Development of a project to add a new cement packaging line at the CEMEX Plant, Dominican Republic

Aug 2012 - Dec 2012

• A new cement packaging line was added and added to the existing packaging lines
• For this purpose, all the control logic in the existing Siemens S7-400 PLC was developed, the PLC control network was installed and configured
• Supervision of the installation and connection of the expansion rack (with the new hardware) with the main rack of the S7-400 PLC
• Migration from General Electric's Cimplicity SCADA that operated all cement packaging lines to a Siemens WinCC Flexible SCADA
• The same operation screens were configured in the WinCC SCADA as the Cimplicity SCADA
• Functional tests of the PLC I/O signals were carried out, functional tests between the PLC and the SCADA
• Herself commissioned the entire new control system (PLC + SCADA)

2.- Development of a boiler feed project with an alternative fuel at the CEMEX Plant, Dominican Republic

Apr 2011 - Aug 2011

• Development of all automation in a ControlLogix PLC and PowerFlex VDF from Allen Bradley
• The control logics were developed in the ControlLoxix PLC
• Electrical cabinet design with PLC and all its hardware
• Supervision of the construction, installation and connection of the electrical cabinet
• Installation and configuration of the ControlLogix PLC control network
• Functional tests and commissioning of the PLC I/O signals were carried out
• Installation, connection and configuration of the PowerFlex VDFs
• Programming of these in the logic of the ControlLoxix PLC
• Installation and configuration of a Rockwell Automation PanelView Plus for control and visualization of the new alternative fuel boiler feed line
• Installation and configuration of the communication network between the ViewPlus Panel and the ControlLogix PLC
• The commissioning of the entire new control system (PLC + VDF + PanelView Plus) was carried out

DUTIES:

• Streamlined communication among team members with regular progress reports and updates on key performance indicators.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of existing control systems to identify areas where improvements could be made or new technologies implemented for increased efficiency.
• Supported successful project completion through diligent tracking of milestones, deliverables, and schedules.
• Enhanced project efficiency by developing and implementing detailed project controls plans and procedures.
• Championed a culture of collaboration and open communication within the Project Controls Engineering department, facilitating shared learning and continuous improvement.
• Contributed to the development of company-wide best practices for project controls, leading to more efficient processes across all projects.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement in overall project execution.
• Promoted transparency among stakeholders through regular presentations outlining current status, risks, opportunities, and recommendations for action steps moving forward.
• Created and finalized designs to meet project requirements.
• Provided technical support to external and internal customers.
• Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
• Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
• Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
• Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.
• Developed and implemented procedures to verify compliance with engineering standards.
• Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvements.
• Implemented automated systems to improve accuracy and efficiency of engineering processes.
• Management of complete automation projects in different industries in the region
• Coordination with programmers, installers, technicians, purchase of materials, local resources and implementation of process control systems
• Mentored junior engineers in project controls methodologies and best practices, fostering growth and development within the team.
• Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations through careful documentation of all project-related activities.
• I worked with PLCs from the Allen Bradley line, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, FlexLogix, MicroLogix, SLC500, PLC-5, networks such as ControlNet, DeviceNet, Ethernet, industrial communication protocols, PowerFlex VDF, PanelView Plus and PanelBuilder control panels and I also worked with Rockwell Automation HMI, Factory Talk View and RSView32
• Configuration, installation and design of Wonderware Intouch, Wonderware System Platform, Wonderware Historian, Alarm Manager, Trends
• I did a few jobs with Siemens WinCC Flexible HMI SCADA and General Electric Cimplicity

PROJECTS:

1.- Migration of 4 Siemens Step 5 PLCs to 4 Allen Bradley CompactLogix PLCs for oil viscosity control in 4 Warstila power generating engines

Aug 2010 - Nov 2010

• Installation, configuration of 4 Panel View Plus for operation and visualization of the oil viscosity control of the 4 Wasrtila engines
• The configuration of the PanelView Plus was done with Rockwell Automation's Factory Talk View Machine Edition SCADA software
• Installation and configuration of the communication network between the 4 PLCs and the 4 PanelView Plus
• Performing functional tests and commissioning of the complete oil viscosity control system (PLCs + Panel View Plus)

2.- Configuration, calibration and communication of a Gas and a Daniels Gas Chromatograph from the company Emerson at the AES Gener Power Generating Plant, Dominican Republic

May 2009 - Jul 2009

• Emerson's MON200 software was used for this
• A Lantronix RS485 series to ethernet converter was installed and configured to communicate the data from Flowmeter the Chromatograph and Gas Flowmeter to a Standard Automation EFM SCADA
• The screens in the SCADA were designed and configured to read the transmitted data from the Chromatograph and Gas Flowmeter
• Functional tests were carried out and it was launched

3.- Project of an energy monitoring system in a Central Romana generating company, Dominican Republic

Apr 2007 - Aug 2007

• Development of all automation on an Allen Bradley SLC500 PLC
• The control logics were developed in the SLC500 PLC
• Electrical cabinet design with PLC and all its hardware
• Supervision of the construction, installation and connection of the electrical cabinet
• Installation and configuration of the SLC500 PLC control network
• Functional tests and commissioning of the PLC I/O signals were carried out
• Installation and configuration of a Rockwell Automation PanelView Plus for control and visualization
• The PanelView Plus was configured using Rockwell Automation's Factory Talk View Machine Edition SCADA software
• Design and development of the operation screens in the View Plus Panel
• Configuration of the communication driver between the SCADA and the PLC
• The commissioning of the entire new control system (PLC + PanelView Plus) was carried out

4.- Development of a slurry preparation project at Unilever Plant, Dominican Republic

Sep 2007 - Dec 2007

• A slurry preparation project was developed to automate that entire process that was previously done manually
• Design of the entire project where I decided to carry out the control logic in an existing one that controlled other areas of the Plant, this was an Allen Bradley PLC-5 that had several slots available, for this new I/O cards were purchased, installed and configured in the PLC
• Installation and configuration of the PLC control network
• As an HMI
• 2 workstations were installed and configured with the classic Wonderware InTouch SCADA
• Installation and configuration of SCADA software
• Design and development of operation and monitoring screens
• Installation of the communication driver between the InTouch SCADA and the PLC 5
• Functional tests and commissioning of the I/O signals of PLC 5 were carried out, functional tests between the PLC and the SCADA
• The commissioning of the entire new control system (PLC + SCADA) of the slurry preparation process was carried out

5.- Migration of the control system of the mills and furnace of the CEMEX Plant, Dominican Republic

Mar 2006 - Sep 2006

• All automation that was in a DCS Foxboro "I/A Series" system was migrated to an Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLC
• The control logics were developed in the ControlLoxix PLC that was in the DCS
• All control and monitoring screens from the Foxboro DCS were migrated to an ECS/ProcessExpert SCADA from FLSmidth Cement, the screens were designed in the SCADA
• Installation and configuration of the ControlLogix PLC control network
• Installation and configuration of the communication network between the PLC and the SCADA
• Supervision of the construction, installation and connection of electrical cabinets with the new hardware and network of the ControlLogix PLC with several expansion racks
• Functional tests of the PLC I/O signals were carried out, functional tests between the PLC and the SCADA
• The commissioning of the entire new control system (PLC + SCADA) was carried out
• 6.- Project for the migration of the control system of all mineral extraction equipment (lime) from a quarry at the CEMEX Plant
• Migration from Schneider Electric Momentum PLC to Allen Bradley's FlexLogix PLC that controlled primary crushers, secondary crushers, conveyor belts, and truck loading from a lime quarry
• Installation, configuration, migration of control logics, design of new control logics, development together with the client of the descriptive memory of the process together with the permissive and interlocks of each equipment
• Supervision of the construction, installation and connection of electrical cabinets with the new hardware and network of the FlexLogix PLC with its remote racks
• ControlNet network configuration
• Commissioning of I/O signals
• As far as HMI is concerned, a version of Wonderware Intouch 6.0 had to be migrated to the most recent version of Intouch that year which was 9.0
• This migration job was to recreate by hand in version 9.0 all the configurations of screens, overlays, trends, alarm panel
• This was by Wonderware Intouch until version 6.0 it was 32-bit and from version 7.0 it became 64-bit, therefore, the migration could not be done only by upgrading the version, the entire application had to be redesigned from scratch in the new version of Intouch 64-bit
• Functional tests were carried out between the PLC and the SCADA
• The commissioning of the entire new control system (PLC + SCADA) was carried out and delivered in perfect operation to the customer

TEACHING COURSES:

1.- Teaching of basic programming and advanced programming courses of Allen Bradley PLC and PowerFlex VDF

• Teaching courses of the entire line of Allen Bradley PLCs
• ControlLogix, CompactLogix, FlexLoxix, SLC500 and PLC 5 to maintenance and engineering personnel of various customers
• In these courses he also taught the configuration of PowerFlex VDF and its integration into the logics of PLC programs, ControlNet and DeviceNet network configuration