About this Candidate
DAVRON CV: Candidate 1966398
PRINCIPAL AUTOMATION ENGINEER | PHARMACEUTICAL & MEDICAL DEVICE MANUFACTURING AUTOMATION
Core Expertise
- Capital project leadership for automated filling and packaging systems in regulated manufacturing.
- PLC and SCADA architecture design, integration, and master-control development.
- Robotics and machine vision integration including Fanuc, Universal Robots, and Cognex systems.
- Validation and qualification expertise covering URS, FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ, and GMP documentation.
- Process optimization, CAPA investigations, and continuous improvement to improve uptime and quality.
Project Background
- Led automation projects introducing new product families and expanding manufacturing capacity.
- Integrated CT inspection and automated data collection using Python scripting and PowerShell.
- Implemented bottle orientation and end-to-end packaging solutions across multiple production lines.
- Developed master PLC architectures to unify controls across several capital equipment packages.
- Commissioned first-in-site isolator syringe filling system and led vendor evaluations and FATs.
Key Skills
- Allen-Bradley PLCs | Siemens PLCs | PLC and SCADA architecture experience across multiple platforms
- Fanuc robotics | Universal Robots (UR) | robotic integration and motion control implementation
- Cognex vision systems | CT and optical inspection integration | machine vision development
- Motion and servo control | servo drives | precision equipment synchronization and tuning
- Python scripting | Windows PowerShell | automated data collection and reporting workflows
- Validation & GMP compliance | URS, IQ/OQ/PQ, CAPA, deviations, and quality documentation
- Lean manufacturing | Continuous improvement | SPC | Engineering change control and mentoring
Education
- B.S., Electrical and Electronics Engineering — Virginia Tech College of Engineering
Why Interview this Candidate?
Experienced automation leader with 20+ years delivering controls, robotics, and vision solutions in FDA-regulated environments. Brings hands-on troubleshooting, capital project execution, and validation expertise to reduce downtime and enable new product introductions. Strong mentor and team builder who drives continuous improvement and reliable manufacturing operations.
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