About Me

Bill Bacon

Education

  • Applied Sciences Degree in Electromechanical Engineering

  • Athens Technical College 2016

  • Associates Degree in Music

  • Darton College 2008

Skills

  • Deep analytics and creative ways of finding trends in manufacturing

  • PLC programming using Microlix & Allen Bradley

  • Knowledge of Robert Shaw flow valves and CNC machinines

  • Automation and Robotics programming using Fanuc and GCODE

  • Troubleshooting and performing basic robot programming setup, and changes

  • Setting up I/O structure and robot start-up

  • Teaching robot path programs: Weld, Material Handling, Maintenance, Tip Dress Etc.

  • Debugging programs and verify all signals to and from the PLC

  • Identifying PLC issues as related to the robot

  • Setting up I/O and configuring robot communication

  • Backing up and securing PLC and Robot programs and parameters

  • Installation and configuration of appropriate hardware and software options

  • Performing electrical diagnosis

  • Providing on-going customer service

  • Programming HMI interface for PLC

  • Knowledge of communication setup with robot peripherals

  • Overall understanding of mechanical systems

  • Ability to work well with a team or alone on field assignments

  • Ability to read schematics and other drawings

  • Self-motivated and hands on approach

  • Ability to react quickly to changing requirements and new processing developments

  • Ability to understand written/verbal instructions and meet deadlines with minimal supervision