I’m the founder of Torch Automation, an industrial automation consultancy focused on building modern, reliable applications using Inductive Automation’s Ignition platform.
I specialize in designing, modernizing, and supporting SCADA, HMI, and MES solutions for manufacturers and system integrators. My work includes greenfield Ignition builds, legacy system migrations, and improving data visibility, alarming, and operator workflows with an emphasis on long-term maintainability.
I’m a Gold Certified Ignition Developer with hands on experience delivering production systems in real manufacturing environments. I value clear communication, practical solutions, and building systems that are easy to support long after deployment.
If you’re looking for an Ignition expert who understands both the technology and the plant floor, I’d be happy to help.
SCADA
Python
SQL
TensorFlow
Microsoft Power BI
C
Linux
Raspberry Pi
Java
PLC Programming
C++
MongoDB
REST API
FastAPI
Flask
David L.
Albany, Oregon
$110/hr
5.0
11 jobs
I am a highly motivated Electrical Maintenance /Engineering Technician with substantial system integration of multiple types of control systems as well as years of maintenance and troubleshooting experience, proven leadership skills, a strong academic background and a consistent record of self-improvement. I continue to challenge myself by assuming new responsibilities and expanding my knowledge in all fields.
Qualifications
• Complex Problem Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Creativity
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Service Orientation
• Cognitive Flexibility
• Coordination with Others
• Emotional Intelligence
• Negotiation
• People Management
• Ability to learn new skills quickly
• Specialize in control systems, troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic
systems
Education
• Associate of General Studies 2008, Linn Benton Community College
• Associate of Science 2010, Linn Benton Community College
• Oregon Plant Journeyman Electrician (License #4760PJ)
Certifications
• Ethernet Networking Fundamentals
• Ethernet/IP Design and Troubleshooting
• Cisco Control Systems Fundamentals for Industrial Networks
• Cisco Networking Fundamentals for Industrial Control Systems
• Fanuc Handling Tool Operation and Programming
• ISA Automation and Control Curriculum
• FLIR Level 2 Infrared Thermography
• IR Electrical and Mechanical Inspection
• FLIR Research and Science 1
• Level 1 Ultrasound
• Fundamentals of Vibration Analysis
• Allen Bradley PLC-5, SLC-500, ControlLogix Maintenance and Troubleshooting
• Allen Bradley PLC-5, SLC-500, ControlLogix Advanced Programming
• Allen/Bradley PanelView ME and SE Programming and Troubleshooting
• AB DeviceNet and RSNetworx Configuration and Troubleshooting
• Rockwell Motion Control Fundamentals
• Rockwell PID Loop Development and Tuning
• FactoryTalk Metrics
• (DCS) DeltaV Hardware and Troubleshooting, Implementation 1 and 2
• Advanced Hydraulics and Components
• XLReporter
• Siemens S7 Programming
• AB to S7 Migration Engineering
Control Engineering
Rockwell Automation Arena
Wireless Communication
Troubleshooting
PLC Programming
Jonathan S.
Appleton, Wisconsin
$120/hr
5.0
34 jobs
Controls engineer with experience programming industrial equipment for an OEM and developing custom software and data collection systems. Quick learner and will find the optimal solution for your project. Specialize in finding unique solutions spanning OT and IT.
Project Areas:
- PLC/HMI Programming
- IoT/Industry 4.0
- Data Collection/Dashboards
- Custom software applications
- API Integration
- Database Development
Industrial Automation:
- PLC (Allen-Bradley, Automation Direct, Keyence)
- HMI (Allen-Bradley, Automation Direct)
- Sensors (Digital, Analog, Encoders, Barcode, RFID, Vision)
- Communication (MQTT, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, OPC-UA, BLE, Kepware)
- Platforms (Zebra, SICK, Cognex)
- IoT (Raspberry Pi, Arduino, ESP32)
Software:
- Languages (Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS)
- Frameworks (Docker, Django, Flask)
- Low Code (Node-RED)
- Tools (Telegraf, Postman)
Database:
- SQL (MS SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL)
- Time Series (InfluxDB)
- NoSQL (MongoDB)
csintegrators.com
PLC Programming
Rockwell Automation Arena
SQL
Python
Flask
Zebra Programming Language
MQTT
Internet of Things
JavaScript
API Integration
HTTPS
REST API
Arduino
ESP32
Raspberry Pi
Anil G.
San Diego, California
$85/hr
4.9
23 jobs
(Hourly will vary depending on the job.)
I am an expert industrial automation engineer and consultant with 20+ years of experience in complete System Integration (SI), Instrumentation, and Controls (I&C) with many industries. These industries include Water and Wastewater, Renewable Energy, Automotive, Food and Beverage, Data Centers, Medical, Pharmaceutical, Boiler, Semiconductor, Steel, and Process.
If your system is mostly working but something is off — signals are missing, Serial/Ethernet communication is unclear, or integration isn't behaving as expected — I help you move forward with clarity.
What I typically help with:
• Control Panel Design, PLC & SCADA integration support
• Modbus / Serial /Ethernet IP / OPC UA / MQTT communication issues
• IO validation and signal mapping
• Submittals and QC
• Safety, UL 9540, UL 508A, RIA, CSA, NFPA 79, NEC, NEMA, SIL, IEC, ISA, ANSI, IEEE, NIST compliance
• Documentation cleanup and standardization
When clients usually bring me in:
• A few signals are not working, and the root cause is unclear
• Integration is “almost working” but failing in real conditions
• Submittals or documentation are slowing down the project
• Too many revision cycles with no clear direction
• Need structured support to keep the project moving
How I work:
• Clear scope → clear deliverables
• Structured approach (no guesswork)
• Minimal back-and-forth once aligned
• Focus on practical, field-ready solutions
Best fit clients:
• System integrators with overflow work
• OEMs
• Engineering firms
• Teams needing consistent support (not one-off chaos)
Not a good fit for:
• Open-ended “fix everything” requests
• Full system ownership across mechanical/process domains
• Real-time/on-call emergency support
• Undefined scope projects
Typical engagement:
• Short focused troubleshooting/validation
• Submittal & documentation support
• Ongoing part-time engineering support
If you’re looking for someone reliable who can plug into your workflow and help reduce delays, I'd be happy to connect.
Software Expertise:
• Python, C, Visual C++, PLC, SQL, .Net script, AutoCAD, Robots, XYZ Gantries, AI Machine Vision, SCADA, Wonderware, Ignition, Factory Talk View Studio, HMI, Motion Controls, End of Line testing (EOL) Systems, Laser Marking, PID Controls, MATLAB Simulink Programming.
SCADA
Autodesk AutoCAD
Robotics
PLC
Industrial Internet of Things
Computer Vision
Industrial Automation
Control Engineering
Documentation Testing
Time & Cost Estimate
Training & Development
Onur Y.
Orlando, Florida
$100/hr
5.0
2 jobs
PLC-SCADA Controls, Automation, Electrical, Electronics, and Software Engineering Master living in Orlando, FL. I have 3 main work fields:
1. Bosch Rexroth ctrlX X3 PLC Cores + Codesys PLC Engineering
ctrlX PLC + ctrlX Safety Core + ctrlX Drive
Codesys & WebVisu Programming HMI
WebIQ Designer + JavaScript + OPC UA database and PLC variables communication
2. Android Development for PLC & SCADA
PLC user interface design
PLC HMI - Human Machine Interface Design
PLC development languages: Ladder, Function Block Diagram (LAD, FBD, ST, STL)
User Interface & User Experience
QA - Quality Assurance
Versioning + Software version releasing
Production and final setup file creation for the end users.
High-level customer technical support on the phone, on the telemetric remote help desk
Anydesk + Rustdesk + Team Viewer
Virtual Machine + VMware Workstation
3. Siemens TIA Portal v11, v16, v19, v20 with WinCC 7.5 and WinCC 8.1
Siemens PLC S7-200, S7-300, S7-1200, S7-1500 CPU and PLC Projects
Siemens TIA Portal Ladder-LAD, FBD, STL, SCL languages
Siemens WinCC SCADA programming and operations
Siemens Engineering Station and Webserver publishers
Migrating, managing, progressing with Siemens modules, motor driver and Simocode implementation.
Siemens Simocode for voltage and amper level monitoring that I'm very good.
Siemens SITOP, UPS module, and Siemens SD Card implementation.
Siemens live PLC-SCADA establishment, project design, monitoring and operations.
Yes, I do communication with fiber optics and cellular network 4G, 5G with Siemens PLCs for remote controls.
Note: All of the texts, talks, and communications you read/hear from me are 100% myself, not AI.
Choose Me:
1. Delivering results on time and within budget.
2. Strong communication skills in English, ensuring clarity and collaboration throughout the project.
3. Open for phone calls, Zoom calls, AnyDesk, TeamViewer remote controls
4. Good computer skills, I'm fast.
5. Adaptable and quick learner, enabling me to tackle new challenges efficiently.
6. Got a problem? I will bring you solutions.
7. I'm a proactive person, which means, if I detect anything, I report it to you with all the clear reasons and possible solutions.
8. I work smart and fast.
Be Stronger With My Key Strengths:
1. Autodesk AutoCAD 2D drawing and design
2. I excel in language translations between English and Turkish.
3. Hands-on repair of electronics, circuits, and Avionic Units (Airplanes, military planes, helicopters, electronics repair)
4. Roblox game creations, Roblox Luau coding, Roblox game testing, and publishing
5. Control and Siemens PLC automation engineering using Siemens S7-Series Tia Portal & WinCC, and Codesys programming (ST, Ladder programming)
Are you in Orlando? I can work on-site.
1. House electronics repair (plumber, disposal, water system, air conditioning)
2. I repair household electronic devices (Television, Refrigerator, Light bulbs, and more)
3. Computer-based solutions (Software formatting, program installing, operating, data entry, formatting)
I'm good at servicing these:
- UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) maintenance, repair, test, and service for Highway Tunnels and Roads
- Diesel Generator maintenance, repair, mechanic establishment, repair, and testing for continuous power supply for facilities. (CAT brand generators)
- Electrical Compensation System build, repair, and maintenance for places (Hotels, companies, industrial areas)
- PLC, SCADA, Telemetric Automation for fields, and Automation Control for Industry Facilities
For Orlando, Florida-based works that I can serve:
- Kitchen disposal repair, replacement, purchase
- Kitchen electronics repair, purchase (Refrigidaire, microwave, oven)
- Household electronics repair, purchase
- House goods building, IKEA goods building, wardrobe, bedding goods
- The house needs to be moved to another house
- Your house-based electronics, devices, and units repair, replacement, and purchase.
- Laptop SSD and Hard Disc change and storage increase
- PlayStation 5 game needs
I am confident in my ability to bring value to your project through a combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a commitment to excellence. Let's discuss how I can contribute to the success of your upcoming projects.
(Disclaimer: AI did not write this text. Yes, AI is good, but I'm a real human with trust who works for real. It's not a joke; I'm a true worker here. Only serious inquiries, please. I do use AI for productivity for a better quality, but I do not create fake existence on here; all of myself is an organic human being.)
SCADA
PLC Programming
PLC
Android
Game
Autodesk AutoCAD
Fiber Optics
CODESYS
Android Studio
Engineering & Architecture
Electronics
Electrical Engineering
Electronic Workbench
Brandon C.
Lawrenceville, Georgia
$100/hr
4.7
41 jobs
I graduated with honors from Southern Polytechnic State University with a bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering. I have worked professionally as a control systems engineer for over a decade, mainly working with clients in the water and waste water treatment industry. Over this time, I have gained profound experience using all of the devices available from most of the big name PLC and SCADA software manufacturers, such as Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric, Automation Direct, Wonderware, Maple Systems, etc. I have also gained experience in a variety of other areas, including performing electrical wiring, submitting design documents, managing projects, designing CAD drawings, configuring applications, designing and troubleshooting network configurations, creating HMI's, and much more.
CAD
System Automation
Mechatronics
GUI Design
Scripting
Electrical Engineering
Microcontroller Programming
Computer Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
PLC Programming
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