Controls Engineer

The Home Depot

3d • $80,000 - $150,000

About The Position

With a career at The Home Depot, you can be yourself and also be part of something bigger. Position Purpose: The Controls Engineer will be responsible for the execution of control systems for our advanced warehouse conveyor systems. The Controls Engineer collaborates with cross-functional departments to optimize operational efficiency, reliability, and safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation, control systems, and project management within a warehouse or logistics environment.

Requirements

• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• Ability to work overnight shift and/or weekends on occasion.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Ability to convey complex or technical ideas and processes in easy-to-understand terms to diverse audiences
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• 4+ years of experience in controls engineering, with a focus on automation and conveyor systems.
• In-depth knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, and other control technologies.
• Familiarity with industry standards and safety regulations (e.g. OSHA. ISO).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven technical experience with implementation of conveyor systems and/or experience in replacing legacy conveyor systems with new control systems in a large-scale retail, distribution, or enterprise environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and Implementation - Lead or assist in control systems design projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications and safety regulations.
• Collaboration - Collaborates and works closely with other departments including operations, maintenance, and IT, to ensure seamless project execution and adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Coding of Control Systems - Coding of control systems for conveyor and other automation solutions to improve efficiency and performance. Also conducts feasibility studies and cost analysis for potential projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level