ILUS - Senior Controls Engineer I

Daifuku•Erlanger, KY

11h

About The Position

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs intelligent material handling systems, including conveyor and sortation systems, order fulfillment equipment, warehouse controls and execution software, robotics, automated storage and retrieval systems, mezzanines, and structures. The Controls Team designs and models mechatronic systems, integrates and programs equipment controls, and works with electrical design and project teams to document systems and coordinate electrical standards. Designs may be drafted using AutoCAD Electrical and include device layouts, control schematics, panel layouts, and network and installation details. The Senior Controls Engineer I designs control systems for industrial material handling solutions. The role covers concept development, specifications and requirements, proof-of-concept and prototype implementation, detailed design, and transition to manufacturing. The engineer leads large projects or several smaller projects and provides direction and training to less-senior associates. Domestic travel of up to 60% in North America is expected, mostly within the continental United States.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering field, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 6 years of related experience.
Experience with industrial HMI and SCADA systems, Allen-Bradley controls/controllers, and Schneider PLCs.
In-depth knowledge of industrial automation systems, including HMI and SCADA systems, Allen-Bradley controls/controllers, and Schneider PLCs.
Proficiency with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical, or other related electrical CAD systems such as EPlan.
Ability to lead a team and accomplish project goals effectively.
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-motivation.
Willingness to travel domestically up to 60% in North America, mostly within the continental United States.

Responsibilities

Lead concept development and design of products that address customer and market needs.
Collaborate with and lead development-team members in product development.
Ensure products are compatible with current and future manufacturing operations.
Ensure products meet competitive and market demands for performance and cost.
Specify and develop sequences of operation 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 engineering standards and best practices, including software revision control.
Develop and test prototypes.
Perform onsite beta testing to verify safety, reliability, and other performance metrics.
Investigate product issues in the field and determine root causes.
Lead projects and provide direction and training to less-senior associates.