Advanced PLC Controls Engineer

Honeywell•Mason, OH

40d

About The Position

As an Advanced PLC Controls Engineer here at Honeywell Intelligrated, you'll work on cutting-edge technologies - from ControlLogix platforms used for High-speed sortation systems to AI-powered Robotics, Vision Systems, and cloud-integrated controls - that are transforming how warehouses operate. You will play an integral role in implementing electrical controls projects, serving as the lead for an integrated system or sub-systems. In additional to hands-on technical implementation, you may support planning, reporting and management of projects - taking ownership of the Controls program elements and execute and/or delegates individual tasks throughout the project life cycle. In this role, you will take a systems approach in understanding core design features, project elements, overall electrical architecture and ensure the delivery of projects on schedule and within scope and budget - maintaining internal and external customer expectations throughout the project life cycle. Why This Role Matters Real-World Impact: Your work powers mission-critical systems for global leaders in supply chain, logistics and distribution. Innovation in Action: Be part of a team that's deploying AI co-pilots, 5G-enabled automation, and multi-modal intelligent agents to boost productivity and safety across industries. Customer-Centric Engineering: Collaborate directly with clients to design and implement solutions that align with their KPIs, reduce downtime, and future-proof operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics
4-7+ years of Controls Engineering Experience in a similar role
Ability and willingness to travel up 60+% of the time
Experience in some of the following:
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Programming and Electrical Design:
Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff Programmable Logic Controllers
Codesys and ladder logic programming
Servos and motion control experience
Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) programming and setup
Network Protocols - Serial, Ethernet IP, Profinet
Warehouse control system software interface and protocols
Human-machine Interface system design - Aveva Edge, Rockwell FTV studio, Ignition
Scanner and Machine vision system interface

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering or related.
Experience with E-Commerce Material Handling Systems is of value.
Capability to apply broad knowledge of one professional discipline or advanced knowledge of specific technical/operational practices
Self-motivated and able to work with little supervision, by consistently taking the initiative to get things done
Capability to update or modify working methods in your role by following defined procedures
Project planning and budgeting
Effective writing and verbal skills
Interest and skill to collaborate with engineering functional teams
Ability to consistently make timely decisions even in the face of complexity
Dexterity to evaluate and recommend technical solutions based on standard or accepted technical practices
Capable of handling high-risk projects.
Experience in some of the following Tools and Software is of value:- Logix 5000, Studio 5000, ZoneFlex Configurator, RSLinx, FactoryTalk View, B&R Automation Studio, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, SST Profibus Configuration tool, Ignition, SOPAS, Datalogic DataMan. Siemens TIA portal, Beckhoff and Schneider, Auto CAD Electrical, Auto CAD, BOM Generation, schematic design, panel design

Responsibilities

Acts as a Lead Engineer or as an Engineering Team Member, handling multiple projects with little or no supervision.
Lead automation projects for material handling customers. Develop and implement PLC code for material handling systems.
Provides planning, reporting, and technical management for the PLC Controls Engineering portion of projects.
Executes all test plans on-site, both internal and customer acceptance/BUAT/UAT/FAT.
Assess programming and commissioning methods to ensure development of standard coding are met with Intelligrated standards
Collaborate with engineering teams
Works closely with other engineering functional teams and manages the scope, budget, and schedule.
Demonstrates and recognizes project success from multiple levels of financial, technical, and timeline management responsibilities.
Execute project tasks
Prepare or update reports and documentation
Apply prescriptive methodology to project tasks
Attends weekly team meetings; reviews scheduled tasks/timelines
Maintains internal and external customer expectations throughout the project life cycle.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.
This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays
For more Honeywell Benefits information visit: https://benefits.honeywell.com/

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