Chaima Frigui

[email protected] • +4917642979130

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Mechatronics Engineer specializing in control system architecture, electrical design, and automation lifecycle management, delivering up to 20% improvements in system efficiency and significant downtime reductions. Expert in developing and integrating control panels using EPLAN Electric P8, EPLAN Pro Panel, and Siemens TIA Portal, with proven success managing small to mid-scale automation projects across manufacturing sectors. Skilled in PLC programming, SCADA implementation, and IEC-compliant documentation, while leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure precise system integration and operational excellence. Committed to advancing Industry 4.0 solutions and fostering strong stakeholder collaboration to optimize processes and drive innovation.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Freelance – Automation Projects & Technical Documentation
04/2024 - Present
Remote
• Designed electrical diagrams for industrial clients (EPLAN)
• Configured and maintained EPLAN part databases, aligning them with Siemens, Phoenix Contact, and Schneider Electric component libraries.
• Created technical files and optimized existing electrical projects by analyzing EPLAN revisions and implementing updates that improved maintainability.
• Provided automation consulting for SMEs (equipment selection, control architecture)
• Collaborated remotely with multicultural teams
Electrical Support Engineer – Technical and Network Infrastructure
02/2022 - 07/2023
DEEP-SCALE COMPANY , GERMANY
• Led the installation, wiring, and commissioning of 15+ server racks and network cabinets, ensuring 100% compliance with electrical safety standards and reducing equipment failures by 20%
• Designed and optimized rack connection schematics and electrical layouts using EPLAN, improving cable management efficiency and streamlining maintenance workflows
• Collaborated cross-functionally with IT teams to integrate power, control systems, UPS units, and cooling infrastructure, enhancing network hardware uptime
Automation Engineer – Manufacturing Industry
01/2020 - 12/2021
Nexans Autoelectric , Tunisia
• Developed complete electrical project structures in EPLAN, including terminal diagrams, PLC I/O assignments, and cable routing for automated production systems.
• Troubleshot design conflicts by performing consistency checks, correcting wiring logic, and optimizing component selection for cost and performance.
• Programmed Siemens PLCs with TIA Portal (pumps, conveyors, sensors)
• Prepared technical documentation compliant with IEC standards
• Collaborated with maintenance teams to optimize downtime (≈15% reduction)
• Participated in on-site commissioning and functional testing
Mechatronics Engineer
10/2017 - 09/2018
Famatex Manufacturing , Tunisia
• Maintained and troubleshooted industrial electrical components and motors to ensure smooth operations.
• Developed and implemented electrical diagrams, reducing machine downtime and improving productivity.
• Assisted in the installation and commissioning of new machinery, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards.

EDUCATION

National Engineering Diploma
01/2014 - 01/2017
National Engineering School of Carthage GPA: German equivalence of degree obtained (2)
Preparatory Institute for Engineering Studies of Sousse
01/2011 - 01/2013

SKILLS

CERTIFICATIONS

ALISON Mastering Tiaportal
Udemy IEC schematic standards