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Marian Lempert

Founder

Marian Lempert
Jessen (Elster), Germany

Experience

Apr 2021 - Present
4 years 11 months

Founder

Smart Mode Engineering e.K.

  • Commissioning of all types of machine tools with Sinumerik 840d PL & SL controls with up to 56 axes including Safety Integrated

  • PLC programming with Step7 in AWL, FUP, KOP, GRAPH, SCL

  • PLC programming in TIA Portal in AWL, FUP, KOP, GRAPH, SCL

  • NC programming (automation cycles, measurement cycles, and machining cycles)

  • Visualization using HMI Pro, Easy Screen, Sinumerik Operate & WinCC

  • Software development in interface programming (communication with ABB/Fanuc/KUKA robots, measuring machines, washing machines, tool monitoring systems and transport systems)

  • Cycle time optimization and drive optimization

  • Successful business founding

  • Successful building of a customer base

  • Expanded knowledge of other machine tools (Chiron, Stama, Index, Magdeburg, Boehringer, EMAG, Schuster, DMG MORI, Schaudt, Mikrosa, Felsomat, Risomat)

  • Successful completion of each individual project

Jan 2014 - Feb 2021
7 years 2 months

Commissioning engineer and programmer

Scherer Feinbau Maschinenbau GmbH

  • Commissioning of new lathes with Sinumerik 840d SL control with up to 22 axes including Safety Integrated

  • Commissioning and programming of the ASi bus including safety software

  • PLC programming with Step7 in AWL, FUP, KOP, GRAPH, SCL

  • NC programming (loading programs, measurement programs and machining programs)

  • Software development in interface programming (communication with ABB/Fanuc/KUKA robots, measuring machines, washing machines, tool monitoring systems and transport systems)

  • Software development for camera systems

  • Software development for NC loading programs (automation)

  • Analysis and diagnosis of machines (troubleshooting)

  • Customer training on site or at Scherer Feinbau

  • Visualization using HMI Pro CS, Sinumerik Operate, Advanced and EasyScreen

  • Programming of sequence controls for robots in GRAPH

  • Electrical and control system modifications of machines including software development and commissioning

  • Increased response speed in the North German customer base

  • 90% autonomy

  • Maintained availability of new machines at 95% worldwide

  • Extended personal knowledge

  • High customer satisfaction through transparent work and good service

  • Sale of self-developed software for communication of thermal transfer printers with the Siemens Sinumerik 840d SL control

Nov 2012 - Dec 2013
1 year 2 months

Automation technician

Rüffer Design Dienstleistungsbüro für Automatisierung

  • Commissioning of lathes with Sinumerik 840d SL control

  • PLC programming with Step7

  • NC programming (loading and measurement programs)

  • Commissioning of welding machines (prototype)

  • NC programming of welding machines (prototype)

  • Maintained the project at the client site for over 10 months

  • Promoted to team leader in the NC machines area

Jun 2012 - Oct 2012
5 months

Commissioning and service technician

SCA Schucker Klebe und Dosiertechnik

  • Familiarization with new technology (mechanical, electrical & control systems)

  • Installation of drum pumps, control units and dispensers

  • Maintenance of dispensers, inlet valves and guns

  • Configuration of the Vision camera monitoring system

  • Successful familiarization with new technology

  • Increased response speed in the North German customer base

Jul 2007 - May 2012
4 years 11 months

Commissioning and service technician

Mägerle AG Maschinenfabrik

  • Setup and commissioning of grinding machines and Knoll/Hoffmann coolant filtration systems

  • Commissioning of new machines at Mägerle headquarters

  • Diagnosis and repair of machines (electrical, process engineering, mechanical & control systems)

  • PLC programming with Step5 and Step7

  • Programming Pilz safety PLCs: PNOZ Multi

  • Drawing electrical schematics with EPLAN (Version 5.08)

  • Customer training on site or at Mägerle

  • Selling maintenance contracts, service orders and spare parts through recommendations and preparing offers

  • Updating documentation

  • Converting DC drives to AC drive systems (developing combinations of old controls with the latest drive technology)

  • Help line support (assisting customers by phone)

  • Remote maintenance via ePS

  • Improved response speed in the North German customer base due to relocation to Berlin

  • Increased revenue through sales of maintenance contracts, service orders and spare parts

  • Acquisition of new customers in the service sector

  • 90% autonomy (home office)

  • Maintained availability of new machines at 98% in the North German customer base

May 2006 - Jun 2007
1 year 2 months

Support engineer

bfa solution ltd.

  • Commissioning of production lines

  • PLC programming (Step 7 & Allen Bradley PLC)

  • Visualization of Siemens mobile panels with WinCC

  • Visualization of Cutler & Hammer operator panels with Canvas

  • Repair of Cutler & Hammer operator panels

  • Sale of Cutler & Hammer operator panels by advising customers and preparing quotes

  • Increased revenue by selling and repairing Cutler & Hammer operator panels

  • Faster project execution by assisting with commissioning and PLC programming

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Experienced in Manufacturing (19.5 years).

Manufacturing

Business Areas Experience

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Experienced in Product Development (13 years), Production (7 years), Information Technology (7 years), Customer Service (6 years), Sales (6 years), and Operations (5.5 years).

Product Development
Production
Information Technology
Customer Service
Sales
Operations

Summary

Software and commissioning specialist for machine tools with Siemens Sinumerik controls.

Typical tasks:

  • Software development and programming in PLC using Step7 and TIA Portal
  • Software development and programming in NC
  • Engineering and commissioning of machine tools and other automated systems
  • Safety Integrated
  • Visualization
  • Cycle time optimization
  • Drive optimization
  • Training
  • Diagnosis / analysis / troubleshooting / repair, as long as no hardware is required

Skills

  • Ms Office: Good (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint)

Safety Technology

  • Pilz: Pnozmulti Safety Controllers & Relays
  • Asi Safety Controllers From Bihl & Wiedemann
  • Siemens Safety Integrated
  • Euchner Eks Systems
  • Euchner Safety Switch Systems (Door Interlocks)

Control Technology

  • Siemens Sinumerik 3g
  • Siemens Sinumerik 820/880
  • Siemens Sinumerik 840d Power Line
  • Siemens Sinumerik 840d Solution Line
  • Siemens Simatic S7-300
  • Siemens Simatic S7-400
  • Siemens Simatic 1510sp F-1 Pn
  • Siemens Simatic 1516f-3 Pn/dp

Communication Technology

  • Profibus Dp
  • Profinet
  • Asi Bus
  • Industrial Ethernet
  • Siemens Drive Cliq
  • Balluff Read/write Head Systems (Rfid)
  • Siemens Read/write Head Systems (Rfid)

Drive Technology

  • Indramat Drive Technology
  • Contraves Drive Technology
  • Simodrive 611 Drive Technology
  • Sinamics S120 Drive Technology
  • Landert-servax Door Drive Systems
  • Siemens Sidoor Door Drive Systems

Peripheral Technology

  • Siemens Distributed I/o
  • Wago Distributed I/o
  • Bihl & Wiedemann Distributed I/o
  • Phoenix Contact

Visualization

  • Wincc Visualization
  • Hmi Pro Cs
  • Sinumerik Operate
  • Sinumerik Advanced
  • Sinumerik Easyscreen

Programming

  • Simatic Step5
  • Simatic Step7
  • Siemens Simatic In The Following Languages: Awl, Kop, Fup, Graph, High Graph, Scl
  • Tia Portal In The Following Languages: Awl, Kop, Fup, Graph, High Graph, Scl
  • Allen Bradley Plc Programming
  • Nc Programming (Inspection Programs And Automation/handling)

Other Software Skills

  • Drive Engineering Using Sinamics Starter
  • Sinucom Nc
  • Winscp3
  • Hmi Startup Tool
  • Sitop Undervoltage Power Supply

Camera Technology

  • Avt Camera Systems
  • Cognex Camera Systems
  • Sensopart Visor Camera Systems
  • Siemens Mv440 Hr
  • Keyence

Measurement Technology

  • Heidenhain & Schneeberger Measuring Systems
  • Marposs Measuring Machines And Measuring Systems
  • Hafner Measuring Machine Combined With Promess Measuring Computers

Monitoring Technology

  • Nordmann Structure-borne Sound
  • Artis Tool Monitoring Systems (Ctm & Genior Modular)
  • Bk Mikro Drill Break Monitoring Systems
  • Montronix Tool Monitoring Systems

Balancing Technology

  • Dittel Balancing Systems

Fluid Technology

  • Extensive Knowledge Of Hydraulics
  • Extensive Knowledge Of Hydrostatics
  • Extensive Knowledge Of Pneumatics
  • Cooling Systems For Motors, Hydraulic Units, Coolant And Control Cabinets
  • Lubrix Minimal Quantity Lubrication Systems
  • System Monitoring (Air Gap Sensors)

Clamping Technology

  • Erowa Clamping Fixtures
  • Mecatool Clamping Fixtures
  • Röhm Chucks & Steady Rests
  • Smw Autoblock Chucks & Steady Rests
  • Schunk Clamping Technology

Coolant Technology

  • Knoll Coolant Filtration Systems
  • Hoffmann Coolant Filtration Systems

Transport Technology

  • Ewab Conveyor Belts
  • Schnaithmann Transport Technology
  • Felsomat Portals

Other Skills

  • Extensive Knowledge Of Mechanics
  • Extensive Knowledge Of Control Engineering
  • Extensive Knowledge Of Process Engineering
  • Operation Of Abb/fanuc/kuka Robots
  • Eplan Electrical Schematic Design Up To Version 5.08
  • Extensive Knowledge Of Dosing And Adhesive Technology In The Automotive Industry
  • Strong Technical Understanding
  • And More.

Languages

German
Native
English
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Where is Marian based?

Marian is based in Jessen (Elster), Germany.

What languages does Marian speak?

Marian speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Marian have?

Marian has at least 20 years of experience. During this time, Marian has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 3 months. Note that Marian may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Marian be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Marian would be well-suited for roles such as: Founder, Commissioning engineer and programmer, Automation technician.

What is Marian's latest experience?

Marian's most recent position is Founder at Smart Mode Engineering e.K..

What companies has Marian worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Marian has worked for Smart Mode Engineering e.K. and Scherer Feinbau Maschinenbau GmbH.

Which industries is Marian most experienced in?

Marian is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing.

Which business areas is Marian most experienced in?

Marian is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Information Technology (IT), and Production/Manufacturing. Marian also has some experience in Customer Service, Sales, and Operations.

Which industries has Marian worked in recently?

Marian has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Marian worked in recently?

Marian has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Information Technology (IT), and Production/Manufacturing.

What is the availability of Marian?

Marian is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

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