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Sheba Thomas

@shebathomas

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Graduate automation engineer building AI-powered workflows for reliable industrial and facilities systems.

Australia

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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking an automation/mechatronics role where I can develop intelligent workflow tools, support mission-critical power and facility reliability, and grow fast through hands-on engineering and continuous improvement.

I’m a Graduate Automation Engineer focused on turning complex operational needs into reliable, automated systems. At Schneider Electric, I built and deployed AI-powered workflow tools to streamline information retrieval and reduce manual processing time.

My engineering background also includes critical facilities operations. At Equinix, I executed preventative maintenance, monitored Building Management Systems (BMS) for alarms, coordinated vendors and work orders, and supported incident response while maintaining compliance with SOPs and ASHRAE standards.

I bring a strong technical and design mindset from both embedded and robotics-style projects. I’ve implemented FPGA designs using FSM approaches in Quartus Prime, developed MATLAB/C++ real-time 3D path planning with EM tracking for robotic catheter navigation, and built embedded step tracking using an ADXL335 accelerometer.

I’m excited by work that combines reliability, automation, and continuous improvement—especially where hands-on problem solving matters. Whether I’m deploying industrial workflows, optimizing HVAC performance and PUE, or leading automation experiments, I aim to deliver outcomes that are accurate, safe, and measurable.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Graduate Automation Engineer

Current

Schneider Electric

Feb 2026 - Present (3 months)

Built and deployed AI-powered workflow tools to streamline information retrieval and reduce manual processing time. Supported technical evaluation and configuration of mission-critical power systems to meet high-availability and reliability requirements.

AI Workflow Configuration Information Retrieval System Configuration High Availability Reliability Engineering Compliance Support

Critical Facilities Engineer III

Equinix

Sep 2025 - Jan 2026 (4 months)

Performed preventative maintenance, repairs, and installations on facility components in line with SOPs to maintain operational reliability. Monitored the Building Management System (BMS), coordinated vendors and work orders, and supported incident response and site administration to ensure compliance with Equinix and ASHRAE standards.

Building Management Systems (BMS)Vendor Management Work Orders Incident Response Site Administration ASHRAE

Critical Facilities Operations Intern

Equinix

Dec 2024 - Aug 2025 (8 months)

Supported critical facility operations, using MAXIMO/SAP for planned maintenance and MOPs for compliance. Designed a cable management system and developed an air balancing procedure to improve power distribution organization and optimize airflow/PUE performance, while assisting with HVAC/PDUs troubleshooting and change requests.

SAP MOPs Compliance Cable Management Power Distribution Organization HVAC Air Balancing PUE Optimization HVAC PDUs Troubleshooting

Lead Engineer Intern

Optik Engineering Consultancy

May 2023 - Aug 2023 (3 months)

Led a team of 5 to develop a retrofittable hybrid drive solution, focusing on a near-silent stealth mode for short-distance operation. Built concepts in MATLAB/Simulink and conducted testing and validation to ensure the solution met functional requirements.

Matlab Simulink Team Leadership Testing and Validation Requirements Verification Engineering Documentation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

Bachelor of Engineering (Honors), Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering

Completed a Bachelor of Engineering (Honors) with majors in Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), graduating in June 2025.