Senior Controls Engineer II
Job Location
US-MI-Grand Rapids | US-KY-Erlanger
# of Openings
1
Shift
1st Shift
Company Division
WYN
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 Senior Controls Engineer II 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
Based on customer specifications and scope documentation, designs system layouts, schematics, and control devices, usually for large projects or multiple small projects
Performs diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making
Leads large projects by defining and issuing work to assigned team members or runs multiple small projects with minimal direction
Creates all project documents according to internal processes to ensure that designs meet customer expectations
Prepares schematics and specifications for control panel fabrication
Maintains a progress schedule that meets project milestones
Provides documentation and support to the field wiring team
Creates Programmable Logical Control (PLC) programs
Works closely with the Software Engineering team to integrate control solutions
Performs on-site commissioning
Performs system validation according to scope documentation and project requirements
Directs assigned team in the field and assigns priorities consistent with project needs; reports progress to project and engineering management
Ensures that all project checklists and electronic documents created by the project team are complete and archived
Provides input to the project lessons learned process
Reviews customer specifications and scope documentation for quotation and clarification
Performs process checks and design reviews
Provides back-up for Engineering Managers
Follows engineering standards
Travels up to 50%
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering field, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 8 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 EPlan
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
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