bitto thomas
Sheffield,South Yorkshire
Summary
Experienced Instrumentation & Electronics Engineer with 4 years in PLC programming, process control, and embedded system design. Specializes in the calibration and process control for the oil & gas industry. Proven expertise in optimizing systems for efficiency, precision, and reliability using Siemens S7 PLC, Teensy, Raspberry Pi, and automation solutions. Strong track record of reducing downtime and improving operational performance through innovative system integrations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electronics Design Engineer
Manufacturing Made Easy
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
11.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed embedded control systems with Teensy and Raspberry Pi, enhancing 3D printer performance by 30%.
- Optimized laser galvo scanning and motion control, reducing distortion by 25%.
- Integrated real-time communication protocols, boosting execution speed by 20%.
- Optimized laser galvo scanning through advanced PID tuning and high-speed PWM control, reducing print distortion by 25%.
- Designed and optimized PCB layouts for galvo scanning and laser modulation, enhancing system performance and reducing noise.
- Integrated sensors and power management systems, improve energy efficiency and reduce heat dissipation by 20%.
Instrumentation Engineer
BPCL
Kochi, Ernakulam
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Calibrated and maintained control valves, actuators, and level transmitters, reducing calibration errors by 25% and improving system accuracy in critical operations.
- Optimization of DCS/PLC Systems – Enhanced Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), improving response time and efficiency by 25%
- Developed Troubleshooting Procedures – Created efficient troubleshooting methods, reducing fault-finding time by 40%.
- Process Safety Optimization – Enhanced fail-safe mechanisms in pressure, temperature, and flow control systems, reducing hazardous incidents by 35%.
- Reduced Calibration Errors – Optimized calibration techniques, reducing instrument drift and avoiding product quality issues, leading to 95% measurement accuracy.
- Delivered comprehensive training to team members for improved system understanding.
- Directed installation of advanced machinery, resulting in streamlined processes.
Education
Master of Science - Automation Control and Robotics
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield 08.2022 - 01.2024
BTECH - Electrical and Electronics
SNGIST
North Paravur 06.2016 - 05.2019
Diploma - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Thiagarajar Polytechnic College
Amballur 06.2013 - 05.2016
Skills
- PLC Systems: Siemens S7, Allen-Bradley, Modbus, Ladder Logic, FBD
- Instrumentation: Calibration of Pressure Gauges, Flow Transmitters, Actuators
- Embedded Systems: Teensy, Raspberry Pi, Arduino
- Control Systems: PID Tuning, Sensor Calibration, Process Automation
- HMI/SCADA: Real-time Monitoring, Diagnostics
- Firmware Development: C/C, Python
- Protocols: SPI, I2C, UART, RS485, CAN
- Software: MATLAB, Altium
Affiliations
- Open-source automation projects.
- DIY electronics.
- Football.
- Audio Books.
Certification
NEBOSH IGC
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Electronics Design Engineer
Manufacturing Made Easy
11.2023 - 01.2025
Master of Science - Automation Control and Robotics
Sheffield Hallam University
08.2022 - 01.2024
Instrumentation Engineer
BPCL
06.2019 - 07.2021
BTECH - Electrical and Electronics
SNGIST
06.2016 - 05.2019
Diploma - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Thiagarajar Polytechnic College
06.2013 - 05.2016
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