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Juan Camilo Hurtado Cardona

Alajuela

Summary

Automation professional with strong foundation in developing and managing automated systems to drive productivity and efficiency. Recognized for ability to design innovative solutions and optimize existing processes. Known for collaborating effectively with teams and adapting to evolving project requirements. Proficient in PLC programming, SCADA design, system integration, and problem-solving.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Automation Engineer

HCSI
06.2022 - Current
  • Maintained, debugged and optimized automation programs.
  • Served as the primary point of contact for all inquiries related to automation equipment performance, troubleshooting issues as they arose and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
  • Discussed requirements and processes with project managers and developers.
  • Updated and maintained project documentation for detailed recordkeeping.
  • Provided technical expertise during the integration of new automation equipment into existing production lines.
  • Participated in root cause analysis efforts to resolve complex issues related to automated equipment performance.
  • Assisted maintenance personnel with complex troubleshooting.
  • Successfully managed multiple concurrent projects involving the design, installation, and commissioning of various industrial automation systems.
  • Prepared automation concept and control drawings according to client specifications.
  • Supported business needs dependent on location, working with staff at all levels to produce targeted solutions.

Electrical Engineering

ALROTEK PALMARES
01.2020 - 06.2022
  • Worked with a team to research and develop new products and improve customer experience
  • Performed field inspections of completed projects
  • Developed schematics and other visual graphics of assets ranging from power relays and compression pumps to complex sub-system blueprints
  • Planned and scheduled design phases to optimize productivity
  • Attended client and design meetings
  • Performed troubleshooting operations, often down to the component level
  • Made repairs and prepared daily reports

Electrical Engineering

SAIC URUCA
03.2018 - 12.2019
  • Automation Sales
  • Worked with a team to research and develop new products and improve customer experience
  • Performed field inspections of completed projects
  • Developed schematics and other visual graphics of assets ranging from power relays and compression pumps to complex sub-system blueprints

Master Teacher

CEDES DON BOSCO ALAJUELITA
01.2016 - 03.2018
  • Teaching experience in Electromechanics, covering topics related to industrial maintenance, automation, and control systems.
  • Developed and executed lesson plans, providing theoretical and practical knowledge.
  • Assisted students in hands-on projects related to electromechanical systems and IoT applications.
  • Participated in curriculum development to incorporate modern industry advancements.

Electrical Engineering

CGM-KENFER JIMENEZ URUCA
07.2014 - 01.2016
  • Worked with a team to research and develop new products and improve customer experience
  • Developed schematics and other visual graphics of assets ranging from power relays and compression pumps to complex sub-system blueprints
  • Planned and scheduled design phases to optimize productivity
  • Attended client and design meetings
  • Performed troubleshooting operations, often down to the component level

Electrician

PRAI URUCA
12.2012 - 07.2014
  • Maintained, installed and repaired electrical systems in residential and commercial properties
  • Installed and repaired switchboards, circuits and electronic equipment
  • Repaired a wide variety of electrical systems, including fire alarms, security systems and smoke detectors
  • Worked closely with contractors, engineers and clients leading to excellent customer satisfaction

Education

Electromechanical Technician -

CEDES Don Bosco
12.2012

Electromechanical Engineering -

UIA
03.2025

Portugues -

ACADEMIA DON BOSCO
03.2025

ENGLISH -

FUNDATEC
12.2012

CCNA V4-4 MODULES -

ACADEMIA DON BOSCO
06.2012

Skills

  • Circuit wiring
  • Electrical installations
  • Network protocols
  • PLC programming
  • Teamwork
  • Windows Networks
  • Problem-solving
  • Automation programming
  • Control systems design
  • SCADA development
  • Expertise in Siemens-Schneider-Labview

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 30 in the development of six Water Treatment Projects, in those projects i was in charge of the design of the Panel, the design of the PLC program which controlled the pumps, valves, times of execution, flows to the filters and PH and Residual Chlorine.
  • Supervised team of 5 staff members, with this team we design the SCADA and communication of many Water Suppliers (ASADA-City Hall-Condominium), all the projects achieved the control of the pumps, Water Tanks Levels, Free Chlorine levels, all the information can be acceded and controlled by the Local SCADA, Web Pages, Applications for smartphone.
  • Achieved an installation of 3 Water Pumps, with a capacity of 4000 GPM each one, i was in charge of the Electrical and Software department who design the panel, the wiring, the connections and the program we use for them, also I was in charge of the sale details, I calculated the ROI for the clients, demonstrating that they could save at least $7000 per month , with out losing water flow , if they change the old pumps for the new ones with installed.
  • Achieved the installation of 5000 panels with PLC (ANY KIND), also most of the them with Inverters, Soft Starters, CCM's.
  • During my lifetime working with AC motors I have designed, built, program and start the function of many of them, from 1/3 HP(0.7457 KW ) to 350 HP(260 KW)

Languages

English
Portugués

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 07/31/94
  • Nationality: Costaricense

Timeline

Automation Engineer

HCSI
06.2022 - Current

Electrical Engineering

ALROTEK PALMARES
01.2020 - 06.2022

Electrical Engineering

SAIC URUCA
03.2018 - 12.2019

Master Teacher

CEDES DON BOSCO ALAJUELITA
01.2016 - 03.2018

Electrical Engineering

CGM-KENFER JIMENEZ URUCA
07.2014 - 01.2016

Electrician

PRAI URUCA
12.2012 - 07.2014

Electromechanical Engineering -

UIA

Portugues -

ACADEMIA DON BOSCO

ENGLISH -

FUNDATEC

CCNA V4-4 MODULES -

ACADEMIA DON BOSCO

Electromechanical Technician -

CEDES Don Bosco
Juan Camilo Hurtado Cardona