Yara Alsuwailem

Automation Operations Manager @ Equipment Depot

About

I’m an Automation Manager with a background in warehouse robotics, controls integration, and project leadership. I specialize in delivering high-impact automation solutions that bridge the gap between complex technologies and real-world operations. With experience across PLC programming, system commissioning, and managing multi-million dollar automation portfolios, I’ve led teams through fast-paced implementations that improve throughput, efficiency, and reliability. My role is deeply client-facing, and I thrive at the intersection of technical depth and business strategy — aligning automation capabilities with operational goals. Whether it’s collaborating with software teams, coordinating subcontractors, or guiding clients through UAT and go-live, I bring clarity, structure, and momentum to every project. Passionate about smart systems, scalable design, and continuous improvement.

Country

United States

City

Long Beach

Industry

Industrial Automation

Skill

Software Development, WMS Implementations, SCADA, HMI Configuration, Supply chain, Material Handling, Industrial Engineering, Technical Project Leadership, Conveyor Systems, Robotics, AMR, Sortation, Palletizing, WCS, ASRS, Acceptance Testing, Warehouse Management Systems, Warehouse Automation, Aerospace, Engineering

Experience

Automation Operations Manager

Equipment Depot

2024-7 - Present · 2 yrs 3 mos

Automation Project Manager

Equipment Depot

2023-2 - Present · 3 yrs 8 mos

Lead Automation Engineer

ProAutomated

2021-5 - 2023 · 1 yr

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Skechers Moreno Valley: Controls Site Lead and Commissioning Engineer February 2022 - Present Leading a team of controls engineers, installers, and designers for a 2 million square foot distribution facility Provided technical support to troubleshoot, repair and maintain operational efficiencies in mechanical, electrical and conveyor systems. Trained personnel to align objectives, strengthen competencies and standardize operations. Inspected equipment and processes to reduce maintenance-related downtime incidents and mitigate equipment failures. Amazon ELP1: Commissioning Controls Engineer October 2021 - February 2022 Lead acceptance testing for 15 Control Cabinets in the facility (2.5 million square feet) using Dematic conveyor and standards Provided on-site Controls support to Amazon Operations Engineering and Amazon Maintenance staff Completed Amazon Autopilot testing for all panels in the building Directed Electrical and Mechanical installation on open issues and solutions Amazon ABQ1: Commissioning Controls Engineer July 2021 - October 2021 Commissioned and Provided Go-Live support to a 2.5 million square foot Amazon facility using Dematic Equipment and standards Preformed the following start-up duties: FMD motor calibration, training 5 PLC controlled sorters, training 6 to 1 merges, flow control and HMI set up, Rate testing accordioning to customers requested TPM (totes per minute), configuring PLC to PLC communications, and performing end user acceptance testing.

Technical Support Engineer

Land F/X

2019-9 - 2021-5 · 1 yr 9 mos

California

Project Coordinator

Kaeser Compressors USA

2017-6 - 2019-5 · 2 yrs

Cypress, CA

-Provided technical support to in-house personnel, authorized distributors, and customers regarding sold Kaeser products. -Project managed the branch's Air Demand Analysis: including scheduling, planning and staging parts, and processing data. -Managed over 30 Air Demand Analysis projects that provided customers insight and solutions for their production system. -Point of communication between the main office (Headquarters), the customer, and the technicians to ensure the projects are performed in accordance to the company's expectations. -Maintained in SAP: Service Contracts, Customer Master Records, and Equipment Master Records. -Performed shipping and receiving duties for branch, including process and coordination of rental fleet. -Worked with technicians to resolve customer problems, improve operations and provide exceptional customer service.