Mounika Devi Kovilapati

Controls & Automation Engineer with 4+ years of experience in industrial automation, PLC programming, SCADA systems, commissioning, and control system integration. Experienced in mission-critical data center environments supporting EPMS, DCIM, Power Monitoring Systems (PMS), and critical infrastructure operations. Hands-on experience with Schneider EcoStruxure PME, OneSCADA, Ignition SCADA, and Vertiv Monitoring Solutions for monitoring, alarm management, and historian integration.

Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems including UPS, ATS, switchgear, generators, PDUs, and electrical metering infrastructure. Proficient in Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLC programming using Studio 5000 and TIA Portal, with experience in HMI/SCADA development. Experienced in BMS/BAS, CRAC/CRAH units, CDU controls, cooling plants, and mechanical utility systems supporting data center operations.

Skilled in FAT, SAT, commissioning, I/O validation, loop checks, system startup, and field-testing activities. Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills with experience supporting SCADA, PLC, electrical monitoring, and automation systems. Expertise in developing PLC control logic, HMI graphics, alarm configurations, control narratives, and scalable automation solutions.

Strong background in reliability engineering, industrial networking, conveyor systems, and collaboration with electrical, commissioning, operations, and maintenance teams.

Automation & Control Engineer - Equinix - Austin TX

(2025-03)

Hands-on experience supporting Power Monitoring Systems (PMS) in mission-critical data center and critical facility environments.

• Supported EPMS (Electrical Power Monitoring Systems) and DCIM platforms across mission-critical data center environments.
• Configured and maintained Schneider EcoStruxure PME, OneSCADA, and Ignition SCADA systems for real-time monitoring and alarm management.
• Monitored critical power infrastructure including UPS systems, ATS, switchgear, PDUs, generators, and electrical metering devices.
• Integrated EPMS/DCIM platforms with PLCs, relays, meters, and field devices using Modbus TCP/IP.
• Designed and supported BMS/EPMS control strategies for power, cooling, and environmental monitoring systems.
• Supported CRAC/CRAH units, CDU controls, and cooling infrastructure to ensure reliable data center operations.
• Developed and modified Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLC logic using Studio 5000 and TIA Portal.
• Performed FAT, SAT, commissioning, I/O validation, loop checks, and startup system activities.
• Troubleshot SCADA, PLC, PMS, and electrical monitoring systems to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
• Developed SCADA graphics, HMI screens, historian configurations, alarms, and operational dashboards.
• Conducted root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions for automation and control system issues.
• Collaborated with electrical, commissioning, operations, and maintenance teams to support critical infrastructure projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Updated automation documentation including control narratives and system diagrams

Control Engineer (PLC/Automation Engineer) - Hitachi Energy - Houston, TX

(2024-06 - 2025-02)

• Developed and modified Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLC programs for automated manufacturing, conveyor, and material handling equipment.
• Programmed PLC control logic using Ladder Logic and Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 to support machine automation and manufacturing processes.
• Designed and modified HMI screens using FactoryTalk View for equipment monitoring, operator controls, alarms, and troubleshooting.
• Supported electrical schematic design, control wiring schematics, control panel design, and hardware configuration for automated equipment.
• Performed controls debugging, functional testing, and system buyoff to validate PLC logic, HMI functionality, safety interlocks, and equipment operation.
• Supported ABB robotic systems, including basic programming, troubleshooting, maintenance, and integration with automated manufacturing equipment.
• Integrated PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, actuators, and field devices using EtherNet/IP and Modbus communication networks.
• Performed system commissioning, startup, I/O testing, signal validation, and troubleshooting of electrical and automation systems.
• Supported control panel testing and validation by verifying wiring, I/O signals, hardware components, and control system functionality.
• Troubleshot PLC, HMI, VFD, industrial network, and electrical control issues to minimize equipment downtime.
• Implemented control system modifications, automation upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives for manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborated with engineering, production, maintenance, and cross-functional teams during equipment commissioning, debugging, and controls buyoff.

Automation & Control Engineer - Rockwell Automation - Hyderabad, India

(2020-09 - 2023-07)

• Developed Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLC programs using Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 for industrial automation and process control systems.
• Designed and developed PLC control logic using Ladder Logic for pumps, motors, VFDs, cooling systems, temperature loops, pressure control, and flow regulation.
• Developed HMI screens using FactoryTalk View SE and Ignition for equipment monitoring, operator controls, alarms, process values, and system diagnostics.
• Supported control system design and implementation, including I/O architecture, control panels, hardware configuration, and electrical control interfaces.
• Reviewed and supported electrical schematics, control wiring diagrams, I/O lists, and system documentation for automation projects.
• Performed PLC and HMI controls debugging, functional testing, and system validation to ensure equipment operated according to design specifications.
• Conducted sFAT and SAT testing, system buyoff, I/O validation, and commissioning of control functions and automation systems.
• Integrated PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motors, sensors, actuators, and field devices using EtherNet/IP and industrial communication networks.
• Developed and maintained sequences of operation (SOO), control narratives, reusable PLC templates, and standardized controls libraries.
• Troubleshot PLC logic, HMI applications, industrial networks, electrical control systems, and field devices to improve system reliability.
• Supported updates to controls standards and implemented reusable automation frameworks for consistent deployment across multiple projects.
• Collaborated with engineering, commissioning, operations, and maintenance teams during system design, controls debugging, testing, and final buyoff.

Master of Science - Information Technology Management (2025-05)

Master of Business Administration (2017-05)