Matthew Mercado
Controls Engineering
Slidell
Summary
My background as of recent primarily revolves around project lifecycle including planning, procurement, design, build, and commissioning of automation and controls systems for Extra Low Voltage / NEC Class 2 systems in industrial applications.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Ground Systems Engineer Electrical 2
Rocket Lab
02.2024 - Current
- Contributed towards continuous improvement projects aimed at streamlining the DAQ system.
- Designed robust strategies to minimize downtime during critical systems outages or disasters recovery scenarios.
- Conducted end-user reviews for modified and new systems.
- Coordinated with stakeholders throughout all stages of the project lifecycle from inception to completion.
- Analyzed system requirements, developing tailored solutions that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Designed and implemented robust backup strategies, safeguarding critical data against loss.
- Led cross-functional teams for major system upgrades, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Assisted in developing cost-effective solutions to engineering problems.
- Trained team members on new technologies and best practices, elevating overall skill set of department.
- Coordinated with vendors to identify and procure appropriate equipment necessary for project completion
- Utilized various electrical tools and equipment to diagnose and troubleshot electrical problems
Controls Engineer
TAI
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Created and finalized designs to meet project requirements.
- Resolved project operational problems to minimize delays and unexpected cost increases.
- Conducted cost and time estimates.
- Provided technical support to external and internal customers.
- Trained personnel on new control system features, promoting a smooth transition during upgrades or installations.
- Improved safety design with introduction of advanced monitoring tools, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Coordinated with primary Allen Bradley vendor to identify and procure appropriate equipment necessary for project completion
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL05-2017
Skills
Electrical design
System troubleshooting
Functional safety
Data acquisition
PLC programming
Instrumentation selection
Team collaboration
Multitasking
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 12-24 in the development of Test Cell Upgrade.
- Collaborated with team of 12-24 in the build of 2 Test Cell builds
- Collaborated with team of 6-12 in the build of 2 Storage Tank builds
Timeline
Ground Systems Engineer Electrical 2
Rocket Lab
02.2024 - Current
Controls Engineer
TAI
09.2022 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Florida Institute of Technology