Chandrika B

About Chandrika B

I am an automation Engineer with 7+ years of experience supporting new manufacturing facility builds and packaging operations in regulated production environments. Proven expertise in automation system implementation, integration, and infrastructure readiness, ensuring sites are production-ready and aligned with enterprise standards. Strong background in PLC, HMI, SCADA, and MES connectivity, including system testing, commissioning, FAT/SAT support, and go-live execution. Adept at collaborating with site leadership, IT, engineering, and cross-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable, and compliant automation solutions. Hands-on engineer with deep experience in troubleshooting, system validation, and early-stage production stabilization for high-availability manufacturing and packaging lines.

Experience

1. Sr Automation Engineer

   Sandoz

   Mar 2023 — Present · NJ, US

   Led end-to-end system integration using Allen-Bradley ControlLogix (Studio and FactoryTalk View SE/ME for PLC and HMI development in a manufacturing/packaging environment.Supported new facility build and expansion projects, focusing on automation infrastructure readiness, system commissioning, and production go-live support.Designed and implemented PLC ladder logic and structured text for conveyors, blowers, and material handling systems, ensuring scalability and reuse through standardized code libraries.Supported new manufacturing facility build by implementing and integrating PLC, HMI, SCADA, MES, and networked automation systems to ensure production-ready site startup.Developed and configured HMI screens in FactoryTalk View SE/ME to support operator control, alarms, diagnostics, and maintenance functions.Created error-proofing logic, enhanced alarm management, and implemented fault diagnostics to reduce downtime and improve operator response.Performed on-floor troubleshooting of PLC, HMI, drives, sensors, vision systems, and field devices during installation, testing, and production issues.Commissioned and validated new installations and existing automation systems, including IO checkout, FAT/SAT support, and system performance testing.Integrated Allen-Bradley drives (PowerFlex) to replace legacy drives, including parameter setup, communication configuration, and functional testing.Monitored, maintained, and optimized industrial control networks, supporting ControlLogix, PLC-5, and SLC 500 platforms during legacy system coexistence.Supported SCADA infrastructure, including FactoryTalk applications, ThinManager client environments, and secure remote access via VPNs.Worked with SQL Server databases to support data logging, reporting, and MES connectivity.Supported MES system integration (Korber MES exposure a plus), including tag mapping, production data validation, and system testing.

Education

• JNTUH College of Engineering Hyderabad

  Bachelor's degree, Computer Science