Patrick Hudson
About Patrick Hudson
Patrick Hudson is a Controls Engineer at SSI Schaefer Systems International North America, where he has worked since 2011. He specializes in PLC systems, provides training for new employees, and offers onsite customer support in the Charlotte, North Carolina area.
Work at SSI SCHÄFER
Patrick Hudson has been employed as a Controls Engineer at SSI Schaefer Systems International North America since 2011. He operates from the Charlotte, North Carolina area and has accumulated over 13 years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include providing onsite customer support for controls equipment, troubleshooting PLC and electrical issues, and designing test scenarios to identify system problems. Additionally, he trains new employees on company design standards and protocols, ensuring that they are well-versed in the operational procedures.
Previous Experience at VisionPoint LLC
Prior to joining SSI Schaefer, Patrick Hudson worked at VisionPoint LLC as a Quality Control and Field Service Technician from 2009 to 2011. During his two years in this role, he gained valuable experience in quality control processes and field service operations. His work involved hands-on technical support and the resolution of equipment-related issues, which contributed to his skill set in the controls engineering field.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Hudson studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Broward College, where he earned an Associate's Degree from 2003 to 2006. He continued his education at Florida International University, obtaining a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from 2006 to 2008. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his technical expertise, particularly in areas such as Siemens S7 PLC programming and industrial networking technologies like PROFIBUS and AS-Interface.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
Patrick Hudson possesses extensive technical skills, particularly in programming, troubleshooting, and repairing interfaces between PLC systems and warehouse management systems. He has over seven years of experience working with Siemens S7 PLC and is proficient in using E-PLAN for reading and interpreting electrical schematics. His role also includes analyzing daily equipment reports to reduce faults and enhance equipment efficiency, as well as implementing project changes to upgrade or replace obsolete equipment in automated distribution centers.
Tutoring Experience at Broward College
During his time at Broward College, Patrick Hudson served as a Tutor from 2004 to 2006. In this position, he provided academic support to fellow students, helping them understand complex concepts in electrical and electronics engineering. This experience not only enhanced his communication skills but also deepened his understanding of the subject matter.