Controls Engineer
Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation
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Job overview
Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is hiring a Controls Engineer. The Controls Engineer III designs control systems for industrial material handling solutions, including specifications, device layout drawings, control schematics, and PLC logic. This role collaborates with the project team to meet requirements, using creativity to tailor standard offerings. The engineer leads large projects, directs team members, and performs duties with minimal supervision.
Key focus areas include Lead in the concepting and design of products that add value and are a solution to customers and market needs, Lead and collaborate with others on the development team to develop products, and Ensure products developed fit with current and future manufacturing operations.
Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Electrical Engineering Or Equivalent Experience, Minimum 6 Years Of Related Experience, and Domestic Travel Up To 40% In North America. Important skills include HMI Systems, SCADA Systems, Allen-Bradley Controls/Controllers, Schneider PLCs, AutoCAD, and Electrical CAD Systems.
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Qualifications
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Full job description
Experience Required
6 - 20 years
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor's Degree
Compensation
$7.25 / hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Work Schedule and Shift Requirements
First (Day)
Job Description
Controls Engineer
Job Location
US | US-MI-Grand Rapids | US-UT-Salt Lake City | US-IL-Bolingbrook | US-KY-Erlanger
of Openings 3 Shift 1st Shift Company Division ILUS
Overview
About Us
Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.
If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!
Job Summary
The Controls Engineer III designs control systems for industrial material handling solutions. Includes development of specifications, device layout drawings, control schematics, PLC logic, and solutions that deliver exceptional customer value. Works closely with the overall project team to design systems meeting the project requirements. Uses creativity and innovation to tailor the standard product offering to meet customer needs. Leads large projects and directs the work of assigned team members. Performs duties with minimal direction.
Responsibilities
Lead in the concepting and design of products that add value and are a solution to customers and market needs
Lead and collaborate with others on the development team to develop products
Ensure products developed fit with current and future manufacturing operations
Ensure products developed meet competitive and market demands for performance and cost
Specify and develop a sequence of operations of automated equipment
Prepares schematics and specifications for control panel fabrication
Develop Programmable Logical Control (PLC) programs
Maintain product develop 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 ensure safety, reliability, and other performance metrics are met
Investigate product issues in the field and determine root cause
Domestic travel up to 40% in North America, mostly within the Continental United States
Qualifications
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
Proficient with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical or other related electrical CAD systems such as E-Plan
Ability to lead a team and accomplish project goals effectively
Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Team-oriented and collaborative
Creative-thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to learn new technologies
Self-motivated
Ability to work non-traditional hours
Must be able to read, speak, and understand the English language
Benefit Information:
Many great benefits to include Health/Vision/Dental/401k with match
FSA/HSA
Employee Assistance Program
Federal Contractor
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Job Posting Min Salary
USD $90,000.00
Job Posting Max Salary
USD $110,000.00
EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans
Job Type
Full time
Benefits Offered
Not specified
Veteran Preference
No
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
2026-21348
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