TROUGON JOHNSON
Minneapolis
Summary
Detail oriented automation technician and control engineering student with hands-on experience in electrical panel assembly, wiring, and schematic design. Over three years of specialized experience at Entegris, focusing on automation solutions for industrial applications, complemented by a robust background in troubleshooting, system integration, and electrical controls. Proven ability to enhance operational processes through expertise in PLC programming and control systems, along with a solid understanding of system diagnostics and preventive maintenance techniques. Dedicated service member of the Minnesota National Guard, consistently applying discipline, leadership, and problem-solving skills to technical and engineering challenges.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Minnesota National Guard
- Trained in leadership, discipline, and problem-solving under high-pressure situations.
- Developed strong teamwork and communication skills applicable to engineering and automation roles.
- Trained foreign troops in military tactics and leadership skills.
Hardware Engineer
Buhler Group
Plymouth, MN
08.2025 - 02.2026
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware solutions into existing systems.
- Led design reviews to ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices.
- Outlined design requirements, BOMs, functional specifications and reports to document development processes.
- Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving hardware malfunctions effectively.
- Maintained documentation of design specifications and test results for compliance purposes.
Automation Technician
Entegris
Chaska, MN, USA
02.2022 - 08.2025
- Built and assembled electrical panel boards for automation systems.
- Designed and created wiring schematics for industrial control applications.
- Conducted electrical testing, troubleshooting, and quality assurance on automated systems.
- Collaborated with engineers and technicians to integrate control systems into production environments.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
Education
Bachelor - Automation System and Robotics
Dunwoody College of Technology
Minneapolis, MN05-2025
Skills
- Electrical panel design and assembly
- Wiring and schematic creation
- PLC programming and troubleshooting
- Automation system integration
- Electrical testing and troubleshooting
- Control systems engineering
- CAD software
- Industrial safety and compliance
- AutoCAD proficiency
- PLC programming
- Parts ordering
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Electrical schematics
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- PLC Programming Training
- Military Leadership and Technical Training
- FANUC Robotics Programming & Handling
Military Experience
Minnesota National Guard, 5 YEARS, Trained in leadership, discipline, and problem-solving under high-pressure situations., Developed strong teamwork and communication skills applicable to engineering and automation roles., Trained foreign troops in military tactics and leadership skills.
Projects And Achievements
- Assisted in the design and implementation of automation solutions to optimize production efficiency at Entegris.
- Successfully troubleshot and resolved complex electrical panel issues, reducing downtime.
- Recognized for excellence in electrical schematic design and automation assembly.
Interests
- Embedded Systems Development: Experimenting with Raspberry Pi, ESP32, and Arduino.
- Programming: Writing automation scripts in C++, Python, and JavaScript.
- DIY Electronics: Designing and soldering custom PCB projects.
- Robotics: Building and programming small robotic systems for automation.
- Tech Exploration: Learning new software tools and programming languages for automation.
- Training & Mentorship: Teaching automation and electrical concepts to others.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Hardware Engineer
Buhler Group
08.2025 - 02.2026
Automation Technician
Entegris
02.2022 - 08.2025
Minnesota National Guard
Bachelor - Automation System and Robotics
Dunwoody College of Technology