Carlos Obelar
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Ciudad del Este, Alto Paraná Department, Paraguay
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Automation LeaderPenguin groupOct 2024 - Current (1 year 8 months)Responsible for the design, improvement, and operation of industrial automation systems in production-critical environments. Leads PLC and SCADA initiatives, system integration, and continuous improvement projects focused on reliability, efficiency, and operational stability. Oversees automation architecture, coordinates technical teams, and supports operational decision-making through monitoring and data acquisition systems. Acts as a technical reference for troubleshooting complex issues, optimizing existing systems, and implementing scalable solutions aligned with business and operational objectives.- Mining TechPenguin groupFeb 2024 - Oct 2024 (9 months)Role focused on the operation and reliability of production equipment in an industrial environment. Responsible for monitoring equipment status, responding to operator requests, and troubleshooting hardware and operational issues to minimize downtime. Later transitioned into early automation-related tasks, assisting with initial monitoring and system checks, including transformer oil temperature monitoring and other foundational automation support as the Automation division was established.
- Python CoachPenguin AcademyNov 2023 - Jan 2024 (3 months)Delivered Python bootcamps focused on programming fundamentals, object-oriented programming (OOP), and introductory web development concepts. Supported students through hands-on exercises and practical projects, emphasizing problem-solving and real-world applications. Introduced basic concepts related to IoT and automation-oriented use cases, providing an entry point into programming for technical and engineering profiles.
- aProject Coordination Engineerac ingenieriaSep 2022 - May 2023 (9 months)Coordinated and supervised medium-voltage (MV) electrical infrastructure projects, including power line extensions, transformer connections, MV equipment installations, and medium-voltage reclosers. Ensured technical compliance, safety, and quality throughout field execution while supporting project planning and coordination activities.
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- English Communication for Tech ProfessionalsCoursera, Arizona State UniversityDec 2025Professional English communication course for technology environments, focused on improving written and spoken communication skills for technical professionals. Covered business and technical writing, professional correspondence, meetings, feedback, and interview communication in international work contexts.
- UMastering Modbus TCP/IP Network Communication public Remote experienceUdemy onlineJun 2025Advanced course on Modbus TCP/IP communication covering Ethernet-based industrial networking, client/server architecture, addressing, diagnostics, and integration with PLCs and SCADA systems. Focused on reliable and scalable data exchange in industrial and OT networks.
- UMastering Modbus RS485 Network CommunicationUdemy onlineMay 2025In-depth course on Modbus RTU communication over RS485, focused on network design, addressing, baud rate configuration, termination, grounding, and troubleshooting in industrial environments. Emphasized reliable data exchange between PLCs, sensors, and field devices in OT systems.
- Digital Technologies and the Future of ManufacturingCoursera, University of MichiganOct 2023 - Jan 2024 (4 months)Specialization focused on emerging digital technologies in manufacturing, covering Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Digital Twins, and Additive Manufacturing. Emphasized the application of digital technologies to improve manufacturing operations, analyze risks and value, and support data-driven decision-making through real-world case studies.
- Python Essentials 2CiscoJul 2023Intermediate Python programming course covering object-oriented programming (OOP), modules and packages, exception handling, and file processing. Focused on writing structured and reusable code, understanding Python’s core programming constructs, and applying these concepts to solve practical scripting and automation-related problems.
- Networking BasicsCiscoJun 2023Introductory networking course covering fundamental networking concepts, including network types, basic IP addressing, network media, and core communication principles. Focused on understanding how devices communicate over networks and building foundational knowledge applicable to industrial, IT, and OT environments.
- Introduction to IoTCiscoJun 2023Introductory course on Internet of Things (IoT) covering core IoT concepts, connected devices, data flow, and the role of IoT in digital transformation. Focused on understanding how connected systems enable monitoring, data-driven decision-making, and integration with industrial and operational environments, with awareness of basic cybersecurity considerations.
- Python Essentials 1CiscoApr 2023Introductory course in Python programming covering core programming concepts, syntax, and problem-solving using the Python language. Focused on writing, understanding, and debugging basic scripts, applying programming best practices, and using the Python Standard Library to solve entry-level automation and coding tasks.
- ZProgrammable logic controller - PLC AdvanceZenith Consultora SRLDec 2019Advanced PLC course focused on industrial automation using Siemens S7-1200 controllers. Covered advanced programming concepts, structured logic, hardware configuration, communication basics, and integration with industrial automation systems.
- ZProgrammable logic controller - PLC BasicsZenith Consultora SRLJul 2019Introductory PLC course focused on basic industrial automation concepts using Siemens LOGO! controllers. Covered fundamental control logic, digital and analog I/O, basic programming techniques, and simple automation applications.
- Electromechanical Engineering with focus on ElectronicsUniversidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la AsunciónFeb 2014 - Jul 2020 (6 years 6 months)Bachelor’s Degree in Electromechanical Engineering with focus on Electronics
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- Real-Time Hydrogen Monitoring for Power TransformersPenguin groupJan 2025 - Dec 2025 (1 year)Led the end-to-end implementation of a hydrogen (H₂) monitoring system across multiple power transformers in a production-critical industrial environment. Performed technical evaluation of the selected H₂ sensors (H₂Sense) to validate suitability for the application and defined implementation requirements. Coordinated field deployment activities, including installation planning and required infrastructure (cabling, ducting, and civil works). Designed and implemented data acquisition via Modbus, integrated real-time monitoring and alarm management into the SCADA system, and deployed historical data storage in a SQL Server database to support condition monitoring and early fault detection.