Electrical Controls Design Engineer (Unit Load Material Handling)

Job Description

Job Description

Are You Ready to Orchestrate Complex Automation?

Imagine this: A high-throughput facility needs a unit load conveyor and storage system brought from concept to commissioning—on budget, on schedule, and with zero surprises. You partner with the VP Engineering and senior electrical experts, break down the specifications, and craft a controls solution that just works. You rally Sales Engineers, Project Engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors, ensuring every deliverable is right the first time. Customers stay informed, quality remains uncompromised, and you spot opportunities to streamline and save at every turn.

Your Impact

• Turn requirements into detailed engineering plans; schedule and coordinate all facets of assigned work.
• Select the right equipment and vendor partners to satisfy performance, cost, and schedule objectives.
• Develop complete proposals: technical content, timelines, electrical equipment lists, installation scopes, bases of quote, and end-to-end pricing.
• Keep project files current and complete from kickoff through turnover.
• Release all forms and documentation needed for scheduling, electrical and controls equipment, installation, spare parts lists, and maintenance manuals.
• Contribute to concepting, written communications, total electrical pricing, and precise estimates to complete.
• Provide engineering and support during proposal development.
• Implement orders and manage electrical installation subcontractor agreements to completion.
• Continuously learn material handling and controls technologies to maintain industry leadership.
• Recommend cost reductions across engineering, equipment, controls, and installation.
• Help train new team members on procedures, drawing standards, and routine electrical engineering applications.

What We Value

• Projects that are technically sound and delivered within quoted costs.
• Thorough, accurate quotes and proposals.
• Cross-functional coordination that exceeds expectations.
• Electrical ingenuity and innovative problem-solving.
• Clear customer communication and a true team mindset.
• Premier service for internal and external partners.
• Quality that achieves total customer satisfaction.
• Process streamlining and continuous improvement.
• A healthy workplace grounded in standards and procedures.
• Engineering contributions that help surpass quarterly and annual goals in revenue and profitability.

Qualifications You’ll Bring

• BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 1+ year of technical systems experience, including control system design and a strong understanding of controls.
• PLC and HMI programming experience.
• Experience designing electrical panels.
• Capability to design basic controls for material handling systems.
• AutoCAD design experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project.
• Proficient with MS Office and the internet.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Technical Proficiencies

• CAD Software
• Electrical Installation
• PLC Programming Experience
• Field Service Readiness
• Electrical Schematic Reading

Primary Platform

• Allen Bradley PLC

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES[1]

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of this position.