Controls Engineer

Experience Required

6 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Controls Engineer

Job Location

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

of Openings 3 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

Federal Contractor

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Job Posting Min Salary

USD $90,000.00

Job Posting Max Salary

USD $110,000.00

EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

2026-21348