André Dominici
Santiago
Summary
Electrical Engineer with an MBA in Project Management and over 13 years of experience specializing in ABB 800xA systems commissioning, testing, and validation. Hands-on expertise in FAT, SAT, troubleshooting, and compliance validation for industrial and regulated environments, particularly in mining and process automation. Strong background in ABB DCS programming, , and IT/OT network integration. Extensive knowledge of IEC 61850, GMP, GDP, and validation protocols (CSV/CQV).
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Electrical, Instrumentation & Control Engineer
Gold Fields
08.2022 - Current
- Leading strategic automation and digitalization projects in Salares Norte mine
- Implementing remote monitoring solutions, AI-based automation, and IT/OT network improvements
- Overseeing commissioning and maintenance of ABB 800xA SCADA, telemetry, and communication systems
- Deployment and configuration of virtual servers for the ABB 800xA system
- Responsible for the DCS and Control area for continuous improvement projects. In charge of integrating new remote I/Os, new logic, and instruments, participating from the basic engineering phase to commissioning and final handover to the internal client
Senior Project Engineer
ABB Chile
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Led commissioning and implementation of ABB 800xA DCS for major projects, including Codelco Chuquicamata, Albemarle, and Teck QB2
- Conducted FAT, SAT, troubleshooting, and validation ensuring seamless regulatory compliance
- Designed IT/OT network architectures, integrating electrical substations under IEC 61850
- Programmed process automation for mining applications
- Configured firewalls, switches, and intelligent relays, ensuring cybersecurity and high availability
- Responsible for ABB 800xA system version updates in ABB Chile
- Responsible for ABB University, providing training courses ABB Chile customers on 800xA system administration, programming, and troubleshooting
Project Engineer
ABB Brazil
12.2011 - 06.2019
- Led ABB 800xA DCS upgrades and commissioning for mining, Pulp&Paper and Oil&Gas industries
- Executed FAT, SAT and industrial validation (GMP/GDP)
- Integrated substations up to 230 kV to ABB 800xA SCADA module, ensuring operational efficiency
- Programmed 800xA DCS with customized libraries and advanced process control (APC)
- Developed training programs and mentored engineers in ABB University on automation and control
- Implemented virtualized environments and system expansion for ABB 800xA greenfield and brownfield projects
Education
MBA - Project Management
University of São Paulo (USP)
01.2019
Diploma - AI & Machine Learning
Universidad Católica de Chile
01.2021
BSc - Electrical Engineering
Universidade Pitágoras
01.2016
Technology - Control & Automation
Faculdade de Tecnologia Termomecânica
01.2009
Skills
- ABB 800xA
- DCS & SCADA
- ABB AC800M
- IT/OT Networks & Cybersecurity
- Commissioning & Validation
- Virtualized Environments
- Switches & Firewalls Configuration
- Project Execution
- Global Project Experience
Technical Training And Courses
- System 800xA User Assessment - Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- System 800xA User Assessment - System Administration and Maintenance
- System 800xA User Assessment - Engineering with Control Builder M
- System 800xA - Integration of IEC61850 Devices
Certifications And Memberships
- Project Management Professional (PMP), 12/31/28
- Member of Project Management Institute (PMI)
Global Experience And Relocation
Experience in South America (Brazil, Chile) with multinational teams, Open to relocation to Denmark for ABB 800xA commissioning projects, Hybrid work and on-site commissioning expertise, Strong alignment with BioPharma and industrial automation industries
Timeline
Senior Electrical, Instrumentation & Control Engineer
Gold Fields
08.2022 - Current
Senior Project Engineer
ABB Chile
07.2019 - 07.2022
Project Engineer
ABB Brazil
12.2011 - 06.2019
Diploma - AI & Machine Learning
Universidad Católica de Chile
BSc - Electrical Engineering
Universidade Pitágoras
Technology - Control & Automation
Faculdade de Tecnologia Termomecânica
MBA - Project Management
University of São Paulo (USP)
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