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Controls Engineer

$90k

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation

Controls Engineer

Job Location


US | US-MI-Grand Rapids | US-UT-Salt Lake City | US-IL-Bolingbrook | US-KY-Erlanger

# of Openings


2

Shift


1st Shift

Company Division


ILUS

Overview

About Us

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!

Job Summary

The Controls Engineer III designs control systems for industrial material handling solutions. Includes development of specifications, device layout drawings, control schematics, PLC logic, and solutions that deliver exceptional customer value. Works closely with the overall project team to design systems meeting the project requirements. Uses creativity and innovation to tailor the standard product offering to meet customer needs. Leads large projects and directs the work of assigned team members. Performs duties with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

    Lead in the concepting and design of products that add value and are a solution to customers and market needs
  • Lead and collaborate with others on the development team to develop products
  • Ensure products developed fit with current and future manufacturing operations
  • Ensure products developed meet competitive and market demands for performance and cost
  • Specify and develop a sequence of operations of automated equipment
  • Prepares schematics and specifications for control panel fabrication
  • Develop Programmable Logical Control (PLC) programs
  • Maintain product develop schedules and cost estimates
  • Follow established engineering standards and best practices including software revision control
  • Perform prototype development and testing
  • Perform on site beta testing to ensure safety, reliability, and other performance metrics are met
  • Investigate product issues in the field and determine root cause
  • Domestic travel up to 40% in North America, mostly within the Continental United States
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering field, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 6 years of related experience
  • Experience with industrial HMI and SCADA systems, Allen-Bradley controls/controllers and Schneider PLCs
  • In-depth knowledge of industrial automation systems, including HMI and SCADA systems, Allen-Bradley controls/controllers, and Schneider PLCs
  • Proficient with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical or other related electrical CAD systems such as E-Plan
  • Ability to lead a team and accomplish project goals effectively
  • Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Team-oriented and collaborative
  • Creative-thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to learn new technologies
  • Self-motivated
  • Ability to work non-traditional hours
  • Must be able to read, speak, and understand the English language

Benefit Information:

  • Many great benefits to include Health/Vision/Dental/401k with match
  • FSA/HSA
  • Employee Assistance Program

EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans

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Job Posting Min Salary

USD $90,000.00

Job Posting Max Salary

USD $110,000.00
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