Brian Wade

105 Laurel Drive

Coatesville, PA 19320
Home 610-383-9933
E-mail: bkwade@comcast.net

SUMMARY
 Over 30 years experience as electronics and controls technician
 Use and programming of PLC’s including Allen Bradley RS Logix 5, 500, 5000 software and
Siemens Step 7. Configuration of hardware and software for analog inputs, online edits for
ladder logic, tuning of PID loops. Implementing data files for remote monitoring of data points.
 Implementation and testing of HMI software including Allen Bradley PanelBuilder 32 and
Wonderware.
 Set up of RS-232, DH485, DH+ and Ethernet communications with PLC5, SLC500, Control
Logix, Micro Logix, Flex I/O and Remote I/O.
 Experienced in use of documentation such as blueprints, electrical drawings, P&IDs for
installation, validation and troubleshooting.
 Troubleshooting and maintenance experience with electrical systems, motors, variable
frequency drives utilizing both DC and up to 4160 VAC
 Calibration and set up of pressure, temperature and flow devices utilizing 4-20ma and
Profibus communications
 Computer literate. Proficient in Word, Excel, Power point

LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT
 Over 20 years experience in supervisory and management positions
 Oversight of daily manufacturing operations and 40 employees.
 Profit/Loss and budget accountability.
 Purchasing negotiations for turnkey systems up to $500,000.
 Implement and maintain Just In Time inventory system
 Strong Communication Skills
 Maintain positive interaction between labor and management to create a highly productive
working environment
 Project management of multiple projects and Contractors

CERTIFICATIONS
 Mechanical maintenance for Glatt Quick Acting Safety Valves
 RS Logix 5000 basic programming

EXPERIENCE
Glatt Air Techniques, Ramsey, NJ August 2007 to August 2009 - Automation Services Engineer

 Commissioning and Validation of control systems used in the pharmaceutical industry

including Allen Bradley RS Logix 5, 500, 5000 software and Siemens Step 7.
 Communications interface to new and existing auxiliary equipment.
 Implementation and testing of HMI software including Allen Bradley PB32 and Wonderware.
 Configuration of Festo pneumatic control manifolds.
 Troubleshooting and maintenance of electrical systems, motors, variable frequency drives
utilizing both DC and up to 4160 VAC
 Calibration and set up of pressure, temperature and flow devices utilizing 4-20ma and 0-10v
outputs.
 Training in CGMP’s required by the Pharmaceutical industry
Met-Pro Corporation, Harleysville, PA September 2002 to August 2007 - Field Service Engineer

 Responsible for oversight of multiple contractors for turnkey installations. Complete startup,
maintenance and repair of Thermal Catalytic Oxidation Systems world wide.
 Commissioning and Validation of control systems used in the environmental industry including
Allen Bradley RS Logix 5, 500, 5000.
 Implementation and testing of HMI software including Allen Bradley PB32.
 Communications interface to new and existing auxiliary equipment.
 Troubleshooting and maintenance of electrical systems, motors, variable frequency drives
utilizing both DC and up to 4160 VAC
 Calibration and set up of pressure, temperature and flow devices utilizing 4-20ma and 0-10v
outputs.
 Installation and setup of Eclipse burners and burner management systems.
 Training in CGMP’s required by the Pharmaceutical industry

Groundwater Recovery Systems, Exton, PA July 1990 to September 2002 - Vice President

 Oversight of daily manufacturing operations.

 Profit/Loss and budget accountability.
 Purchasing negotiations for turnkey systems up to $500,000.
 Implement and maintain Just In Time inventory system
 Commissioning and Validation of control systems used in the environmental industry including
Allen Bradley RS Logix 5, 500
 Implementation and testing of HMI software including Allen Bradley PB32
 Communications interface to new and existing auxiliary equipment.
 Troubleshooting and maintenance experience with electrical systems, motors, variable
frequency drives utilizing both DC and up to 4160 VAC
 Calibration and set up of pressure, temperature and flow devices utilizing 4-20ma and 0-10v
outputs.

EDUCATION
 Currently enrolled at DeVry University
o Bachelors in Technical Management, Emphasis in Electronic Engineering Technology
 US Navy, San Diego, CA
 Electronics AA Equivalent
 Advanced Electronics and Submarine Sonar Equipment