Industrial Automation & Process Control Expert
Professional Summary
Highly experienced Industrial Automation and Process Control professional with over 13 years of proven expertise in PLC programming, SCADA systems, and project management. Currently leading PietroniTecnologie as Owner and Principal Consultant, specializing in delivering tailored automation solutions for manufacturing and process industries.
Demonstrated success in managing complex automation projects from design through commissioning, with particular expertise in Siemens PCS7, Allen-Bradley, and Omron systems. Proven track record in team leadership, budget management, and operational excellence across various industrial sectors including logistics, chemical processing, and automated warehousing.
Professional Experience
Founded and operate a specialized industrial automation consultancy providing comprehensive PLC/SCADA software engineering and commissioning services.
- PLC Programming & Commissioning: Design and develop control software libraries for automation of process, machines, and logistics systems
- IT/OT Integration: Develop software solutions bridging Information Technology and Operational Technology for production and industrial automation
- Factory Services: Direct access to factory resources including qualified personnel, equipment, dedicated spaces, and structured work organization
- Client-Focused Approach: Deliver highly personalized services tailored to specific client needs with flexibility and direct collaboration
Led process control technology initiatives for a major chemical manufacturing facility, overseeing automation systems and continuous improvement projects.
- Program Management: Managed multiple automation and control system upgrade projects simultaneously
- PCS 7 Systems: Led implementation and optimization of Siemens PCS7 distributed control systems
- Technical Leadership: Directed technical teams in control system design, implementation, and troubleshooting
- Process Optimization: Implemented data-driven approaches to enhance process efficiency and reliability
Managed engineering and maintenance operations for automated cold storage facilities across Italy.
- Facility Management: Oversaw maintenance and engineering activities for complex automated warehousing systems
- Team Leadership: Led multidisciplinary teams of engineers and technicians
- Reliability Engineering: Implemented preventive maintenance programs to maximize uptime
- Continuous Improvement: Drove operational efficiency through systematic problem-solving and process optimization
Led automation engineering projects with responsibility for technical delivery and team coordination.
- Team Leading: Supervised and coordinated control-related projects across multiple sites
- Software Development: Designed and developed reusable controls software libraries
- Project Delivery: Ensured timely and quality delivery of automation solutions
- Technical Standards: Established coding standards and best practices for control systems
Contributed to automation initiatives for Amazon's logistics operations in Italy.
- Project Management: Managed automation projects for fulfillment center operations
- Proof of Concept: Developed and tested automation POCs for complex logistics systems
- System Integration: Integrated control systems with warehouse management software
- Innovation: Identified and implemented automation opportunities to improve operational efficiency
Progressed from Controls Service Engineer to Site Project Engineer, gaining comprehensive experience in PLC systems and project execution.
- PLC & FSC Engineering: Programmed and commissioned PLC and Field System Controller systems in Saronno, Italy
- Site Project Engineer: Managed on-site project delivery including service, diagnostics, and problem-solving
- Customer Support: Provided technical support and troubleshooting for material handling systems
- System Upgrades: Led system modernization and upgrade projects
Technical Skills & Expertise
Core Services Offered
- Industrial control system design
- Custom PLC software development
- Ready-to-use control libraries
- VFD and instrumentation configuration
- Custom SCADA development
- SCADA object libraries
- Real-time monitoring systems
- Scalable and robust interfaces
- Functional Safety documentation
- IOQ, FAT, SAT protocols
- URS and FDS specifications
- Technical and operational manuals
- Automation project management
- Department management
- People management & leadership
- Continuous improvement initiatives
Professional Philosophy
Small but Impactful: I focus on providing highly personalized services tailored to specific client needs. Unlike large, rigid corporations, my approach emphasizes flexibility, efficiency, and direct collaboration, leveraging factory resources to deliver exceptional results.
Data-Driven Decision Making: All decisions are grounded in data. I measure everything using data analytics and performance metrics to optimize production processes, reporting, and site management, maximizing work efficiency and operational outcomes.