Controls Engineer I

Daifuku•Grand Rapids, MI

3d•$80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Daifuku is a U.S.-based provider of intelligent material handling systems, designing, manufacturing, integrating, and installing intralogistics solutions. The Controls Engineer I develops products for material handling applications, including conveyors, sortation, automated storage, order fulfillment, and robotic systems. The role develops specifications, device layout drawings, control schematics, and PLC logic, with support from more senior engineers as needed. It works closely with the team to design systems that meet product requirements and uses creativity and innovation to develop standard product offerings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years of related experience.
Experience with sortation and conveyance equipment or robotics design.
Experience with Allen-Bradley control software and tools.
Knowledge of electrical and safety codes for machine and equipment design, including execution of risk assessments.
Knowledge of industrial automation systems, including HMI and SCADA.
Knowledge of controls/controllers and PLCs.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical.
Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Team-oriented and collaborative approach.
Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to learn new technologies.
Self-motivated.
Ability to work non-traditional hours.

Responsibilities

Concept, design, develop, and engineer products that address customer and market needs.
Collaborate with and review work alongside other members of the development team.
Ensure developed products fit current and future manufacturing operations.
Ensure developed products meet competitive and market demands for performance and cost.
Specify and develop sequences of operations for automated equipment.
Prepare schematics and specifications for control panel fabrication.
Develop programmable logic controller (PLC) programs.
Maintain product development 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 verify safety, reliability, and other performance metrics.
Investigate product issues in the field and determine root causes.
Travel domestically up to 40% in North America, mostly within the continental United States.