ILUS - Controls Engineer I

Daifuku Intralogistics America•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

Daifuku is a U.S.-based provider of intelligent material handling systems, including conveyor and sortation systems, order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures. The Controls Engineer I contributes to developing products for material handling applications such as conveyors, sortation, automated storage, order fulfillment, and robotic systems. The work includes developing specifications, device layout drawings, control schematics, and PLC logic, potentially with support from more senior engineers. The engineer works with the overall team to design systems that meet product requirements and uses creativity and innovation to develop standard product offerings. The role requires domestic travel of up to 60% in North America, mostly within the continental United States.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience such as an internship within the material handling industry.
Experience with sortation and conveyance equipment or robotics design.
Experience with Allen Bradley control software and tools.
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.
Must be able to speak, read, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of electrical and safety codes for machine and equipment design, including execution of risk assessments.

Responsibilities

Concept, design, develop, and engineer products that add value and address customer and market needs.
Collaborate with and review work alongside other members of the development team.
Ensure products fit current and future manufacturing operations.
Ensure 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 Control (PLC) programs.
Maintain product development schedules and cost estimates.
Follow established engineering standards and best practices, including software revision control.
Support prototype development and testing.
Support 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 60% in North America, mostly within the continental United States.