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Paul Mugi

@paulmugi

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I am a controls engineer optimizing industrial automation and efficiency.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a controls/automation role where I can design and optimize industrial control systems, lead PLC/HMI projects, reduce energy use, and drive continuous improvement in a safety-focused, collaborative environment.

I am an efficient Controls Engineer with over 10 years designing and implementing industrial control systems, focused on PLC programming, troubleshooting, and electrical instrumentation. I deliver practical solutions that improve safety and production performance.

I have programmed and configured PLCs using ladder logic, developed HMI screens, and implemented safety interlocks to meet regulatory requirements. I create detailed documentation including functional specifications, wiring diagrams and schematics to support installations and upgrades.

I drive continuous improvement initiatives that optimize control-system performance and reduce costs, including a 25% monthly electrical consumption reduction through timed HVAC and lighting controls and a 5% production increase by semi-automating packaging machines.

I collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams to select hardware and software within budget, manage subcontractors during commissioning, and provide hands-on technical support to minimize downtime and enhance operator effectiveness.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Controls Engineer

Current

Manufacturing Maintenance Solutions

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 7 months)

Lead PLC programming, HMI development, and root-cause troubleshooting for industrial control systems while implementing continuous improvement initiatives to optimize performance and reduce downtime.

Troubleshooting Root Cause Analysis

Electrical Engineering Technician

Manufacturing Maintenance Solutions

Feb 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 10 months)

Performed diagnostics and component replacement on electrical control systems, collaborated with engineering to improve controls, and responded to emergency breakdowns to minimize production downtime.

PLC I O

Electrical Engineering Technician

Manufacturing Maintenance Solutions

Mar 2017 - Dec 2019 (2 years 9 months)

Created CAD schematics and specifications, installed and tested control panels, and upgraded panels to ensure compliance with electrical codes and improve reliability.

Autocad Installation Testing

Facilities Maintenance Technician

CBRE Corporate Outsourcing (Pty) Limited

Dec 2015 - Sep 2016 (9 months)

Monitored UPS, HVAC, and BMS systems, supervised contractors against SLAs, and led energy-saving initiatives that reduced monthly electrical consumption by 25%.

BMS UPS Maintenance HVAC Monitoring Energy Management SLA

Senior Electrical and Electronics Technician

Trufoods Ltd

Mar 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 9 months)

Ensured production machine reliability through preventive maintenance and commissioning of new equipment while supervising contractors and performing PLC programming for automation upgrades.

Preventive Maintenance Programs Supervising Contractors Troubleshooting

Lead Maintenance Technician

Norbrook Kenya Ltd

Jun 2013 - Feb 2014 (8 months)

Prepared annual preventive maintenance schedules, performed machine upgrades via PLC/LOGO programming, and managed installation and commissioning of new equipment.

Preventive Maintenance Programs SOP Development Installation Troubleshooting Maintenance Scheduling

Electrical Technician

Laboratory and Allied Ltd

Jan 2011 - Jan 2013 (2 years)

Performed preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on production machinery, PLCs, microcontrollers, drives, and power systems to maintain continuous operations.

Variable Frequency Drives Power Factor Correction