Specialist Controls Engineer

Körber Pharma Packaging AG; France; On-site; EUR 96,575 - 131,694; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Körber is seeking a Specialist Controls Engineer to define control system architecture and lead complex automation programs for material handling. You will drive standardization, oversee design reviews, and ensure scalable, high-quality control solutions across multiple projects.

You will mentor engineers, insure on-time delivery, and collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders while supporting proposals and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, mechatronics or related field with 10 years of controls engineering experience in material handling/automation.
• Master’s degree preferred and may substitute up to two years of experience.
• Certifications such as CAP or TUV Functional Safety Engineer are nice-to-have.
• Advanced proficiency with Rockwell Automation (ControlLogix, GuardLogix, Studio 5000) and Siemens platforms (TIA Portal, S7).
• Advanced knowledge of industrial networks including EtherNet/IP and Profinet; familiarity with safety networks.
• Strong experience in control system architecture, integration, and large-scale material handling systems like sortation, conveyors, AS/RS, robotics.
• Experience in HMI/SCADA development, system visualization, SDLC, testing and QA processes.
• Knowledge of electrical design principles, device selection and control panel integration.
• Proven ability to lead technical direction and manage project scope, schedules and budgets across multiple projects.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment and travel up to 60% domestically for commissioning and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain control system architecture, standards, and reusable code libraries.
• Lead design, development, deployment, and commissioning of complex PLC and HMI systems for material handling.
• Provide technical oversight and lead design reviews for large-scale projects with robust system integration.
• Lead controls engineering scope across concurrent projects, including risk identification and mitigation.
• Support ROM estimates, proposals and technical solution development, including resource planning.
• Oversee system validation, integration testing, and SAT with adherence to quality standards.
• Drive improvements in engineering and commissioning efficiency; troubleshoot and optimize startup performance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally and mentor junior engineers through coaching and training initiatives.

Skills

Rockwell Automation

Siemens S7/TIA Portal

EtherNet/IP

Profinet

HMI/SCADA

SDLC

Control system architecture

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, mechatronics

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Studio 5000

TIA Portal

S7

Job description

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The Specialist Controls Engineer serves as a senior technical resource responsible for defining control system architecture, leading complex automation programs, and driving standardization across multiple material handling projects. This role combines technical strategy, cross-functional collaboration, and organizational impact. The Specialist Controls Engineer provides technical oversight and mentorship, ensuring scalable, high-quality control system solutions that meet customer, operational, and financial objectives.

Your role in our team

• You will define and maintain control system architecture, standards, and best practices, including development of reusable code libraries, templates, and modular design approaches
• You will lead the design, development, deployment, and commissioning of complex PLC and HMI systems for material handling applications
• You will provide technical oversight and lead design reviews for large-scale and high-risk projects, ensuring robust system integration across controls, interfaces, and third-party equipment
• You will lead controls engineering scope across multiple concurrent projects or programs, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery, including risk identification and mitigation
• You will support ROM estimates, proposals, and technical solution development, including resource planning and workload allocation
• You will oversee system validation, integration testing, and site acceptance testing (SAT), ensuring adherence to quality, testing, and documentation standards
• You will drive improvements in engineering and commissioning efficiency, including troubleshooting escalation support and optimization of startup and field execution performance
• You will collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external stakeholders, while mentoring and developing junior engineers through coaching and training initiatives

Your profile

• You have obtained a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, mechatronics, or a related technical field, and10 years of experience in controls engineering within material handling, automation, or related industry
• Your master’s degree in a related engineering discipline is preferred, and may be considered in place of up to two years of experience
• Your professional certifications, such as Certified Automation Professional (CAP) or TUV Functional Safety Engineer is preferred
• You have advanced proficiency with Rockwell Automation (ControlLogix, GuardLogix, Studio 5000) and Siemens platforms (TIA Portal, S7)
• You have advanced knowledge of industrial networks, including EtherNet/IP, Profinet, and safety networks
• You have strong experience in control system architecture, integration, and large-scale material handling systems, including sortation, conveyors, AS/RS, and robotics
• You have strong experience with HMI/SCADA development, system visualization, and software development lifecycle (SDLC), testing, and quality assurance processes
• You are knowledgeable of electrical design principles, device selection, and control panel integration
• You have proven ability to lead technical direction and manage project scope, schedules, and budgets across multiple concurrent projects or programs
• You have strong technical decision-making and stakeholder influence skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Youcan manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment and travel domestically up to 60% to support commissioning, customer meetings, and critical project phases

Eligible applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

• You will enjoy a flexible work environment that supports your work-life balance; we offer paid time off for parental leave and 22+ days off for personal time and holidays
• You will have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options, and a 401(k) plan with a company match of up to six percent
• You are provided with several company-paid benefits, including vision insurance, short and long-term disability, basic life insurance plans, and educational and employee assistance programs

Körber is pioneering cutting-edge sorting technology and solutions that shape the future of mail and parcel automation across Europe, North America, and Asia. Set new industry standards and champion customer-centric services and solutions with our dynamic Parcel Logistics team based in Irving, Texas, USA.

This is a full-time, exempt position with a hybrid work schedule for individuals located within 50 miles of our Sandy Springs, Georgia, or Irving, Texas, offices. Employees in these locations are expected to work three days per week in the office. Individuals located outside of these areas will work remotely.

Can you see yourself in this profile? Then Körber is the right place for you. We look forward to getting to know you!

Equal opportunity employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity to all applicants. All hires to our team are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial, and/or local law.

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Disclaimer: The duties listed above are intended only as a representation of the essential functions of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change at the sole discretion of the employer. Nothing in this document alters an employee’s at-will employment status. Individual compensation will be determined by various factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, experience, education, skills, location, and market and business considerations. Applications must be submitted via our career site.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S., this position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

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Körber is a global technology company for intelligent manufacturing and supply chain solutions. As a reliable innovation partner, Körber turns entrepreneurial thinking into customer success by providing leading technology to fuel what’s next – from end-to-end pharma production and advanced supply chain solutions to high-tech machinery and process equipment. Körber combines deep domain expertise with integrated hardware, software, and digital services, to help customers take the next step.
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