Chiaki Furukori

Application Engineer – Integrated Automation @ SICK Sensor Intelligence

About

Industrial automation engineer with over 15 years of experience in manufacturing systems, control engineering, and industrial digitalization.My background combines hands-on automation engineering with solution development for large-scale manufacturing environments, particularly in the automotive industry.Throughout my career, I have worked across the full automation stack, including PLC/SCADA engineering, robotics integration, industrial networks, and IT-OT connectivity. In recent years, my focus has expanded to manufacturing digitalization initiatives such as MES connectivity, data integration, traceability systems, and proof-of-concept validation for new technologies.I have worked in global industrial automation companies, collaborating with engineering teams across Europe and Asia to adapt global technologies to local manufacturing environments.Core focus areas include:• Industrial automation systems (PLC / SCADA / HMI) • Industrial networks (ProfiNet / EtherNet-IP / OPC UA / EtherCAT) • Robotics and motion integration • Manufacturing digitalization (DX, traceability, MES connectivity) • IT-OT integration and data connectivity • Technical evaluation and proof-of-concept validation My work centers on translating real manufacturing challenges into practical automation and digitalization solutions that can be implemented in production environments.

Country

Japan

City

Yokohama

Industry

Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering

Skill

SCADA / HMI Engineering (WinCC, others), Robotics & Motion Integration, 産業オートメーション, PLC Programming (Siemens / Mitsubishi / Omron / Keyence), IT-OT Integration (OPC UA / Industrial Networks), Automation Solution Development & Field Deployment, Industrial Networks (OPC UA, ProfiNet, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT), IT–OT Integration / Digital Twin / RFID / AGV・AMR, PLC / DCS / HMI / SCADA Engineering, Siemens Tia Portal, Electrical control design and system design for plant and manufacturing equipment.

Experience

Application Engineer – Integrated Automation

SICK Sensor Intelligence

2026-2 - Present · 8 mos

Tokyo

Provide application engineering and technical support for industrial auto-identification and automation solutions, including barcode readers, RFID systems, and edge devices. Support customers throughout the entire lifecycle from technical evaluation and solution design to implementation and operational support. Key responsibilities include gathering customer requirements, coordinating with global engineering teams in Germany, and designing system architectures for manufacturing environments. Work closely with sales teams to validate applications, conduct product demonstrations, and troubleshoot technical issues. Also involved in solution development using company products, including application development with Node-RED and scripting tools to enable industrial data connectivity and automation workflows. Key areas: Auto-ID systems (barcode / RFID), industrial sensors, automation integration, data connectivity, application engineering.

Application Engineer

Global Industrial Automation Company

2025-8 - 2026-2 · 7 mos

Tokyo

Worked on industrial automation applications including motion control, robotics integration, and industrial communication systems. Provided technical support, solution validation, and system integration support for machine builders and manufacturing customers. Key areas: Industrial automation, motion control, robotics integration, machine automation.

Technical Specialist (Automotive)

Siemens

2023-3 - 2025-7 · 2 yrs 5 mos

Tokyo

Led technical evaluations and PoC for manufacturing digitalization solutions, including SCADA/IPC, PLC automation, RFID traceability, AGV/AMR integration (VDA5050), and digital twin–based engineering validation. Worked closely with global teams (EU/US/APAC) for technology alignment and localization. Key areas: SCADA (WinCC), OPC UA, MES connectivity, AGV/FMS integration, digital twin, IT-OT architecture.

Automation & Application Engineer

Atlas Copco

2022-1 - 2023-2 · 1 yr 2 mos

横浜

Developed automation solutions combining robots, measurement devices, and PLC systems for automotive production lines. Provided on-site commissioning, troubleshooting, and quality improvement proposals. Key areas: Robot integration, torque/measurement systems, PLC communication, production automation.

Control & Automation Engineering

Previous Experience

2008 - 2022 · 14 yrs

Japan

Gained hands-on experience in control engineering, PLC programming, SCADA/HMI development, plant automation, instrumentation, and field commissioning across several Japanese manufacturing and engineering companies. Worked on system design, troubleshooting, on-site startup, and technical coordination with customers and vendors, building a broad foundation in industrial automation before moving into global roles.