Electrical Design for Automated Conveyor Belt Systems

With over 5 years of dedicated experience, I specialize in electrical design for automated conveyor belt systems, emphasizing safety compliance and operational efficiency. As an Electrical Design Engineer, my primary responsibility is to oversee the entire electrical design process, ensuring that every component and system aligns with project requirements and industry standards. This includes the meticulous design and integration of key components such as low-voltage control panels, motors, soft starters, variable frequency drives (VFDs), emergency stop buttons (E-Stops), PLCs, safety relays, photoelectric sensors, and other essential control devices.

Main responsabilities:
  • To design a robust electrical system for automated conveyor operations, prioritizing safety, reliability, and performance.
  • To create detailed electrical schematics using AutoCAD, depicting equipment layout and wiring diagrams.
  • To select and specify appropriate electrical components and devices in accordance with NEC standards.
Tools and Technologies Used:
  • AutoCAD for creating detailed electrical schematics and layouts.
  • National Electrical Code (NEC) for ensuring compliance with electrical safety standards.
  • Microsoft office to perform some electrical calculations as well as reports, project documentation and proposals.
Project details:

During this projects, I collaborated closely with the customer to conduct design reviews and obtain approval before proceeding with the electrical design phase. This involved conducting electric calculations for wiring, fuses, circuit breakers, transformers, motors, softstarts, variable frequency drives (VFDs), etc. Additionally, I prepared detailed bill of materials (BOM) to procure necessary components and materials. The drawings and layouts were meticulously prepared, considering the placement of devices across different zones along the conveyors. Furthermore, I ensured that the control panel was strategically located for optimal functionality and ease of access. Finally, I coordinated with the installation team, providing them with comprehensive drawings and schematics to facilitate seamless installation and commissioning.

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Results and Achievements:
  • Led automation projects for the E-commerce industry for clients such as Amazon, Target, Walmart, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Developed data analysis to cut electrical design times by 20%
  • Ensured regulatory compliance with NFPA70 and NEC standards, averting penalties and successfully passing government audits.