Controls Automation Engineer

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Controls Automation Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will work with multiple cross-functional engineers to bring solutions from concept to reality, integrating conveyor control solutions, automated material handling equipment, and autonomous vehicles.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate conveyor control solutions, automated material handling equipment, and autonomous vehicles.
• Create and maintain electrical schematic drawings.
• Develop and debug control system software in ladder logic and structured text.
• Provide technical expertise in controls and electrical engineering.
• Perform on-site commissioning support and necessary electrical field wiring when required.
• Up to 30-40% travel may be required.

Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Controls Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or 3+ years of experience in control systems engineering and PLC programming.
• Familiarity with programming languages: Ladder Logic, Structured Text.
• Proficient in PLC Programming on Rockwell Platforms Studio 5000/RSLogix5000.
• Experience in programming material handling systems like conveyors, sorters, MDRs is preferred.
• Proficient in schematic design using AutoCAD.
• Ability to assist during equipment commissioning with wiring and installation.
• Familiarity with commissioning VFDs, PLCs, Remote I/O, Barcode Scanners, and establishing communications via Ethernet IP, Device Net, and Profibus communication protocols.

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Controls Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or 3+ years of experience in control systems engineering and PLC programming.