Controls Engineer

Material Handling Systems, Inc.; Ciudad de México; Presencial; MXN 346.800 - 520.201; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Material Handling Systems, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer to write and implement PLC code and integrate subsystems. The role requires collaboration with teams to support project goals, and significant travel (up to 75%) to various sites is expected.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 2-4 years of experience in an industrial controls environment, along with skills in Rockwell Software and HMI programming.

Formación

• 2-4 years of experience within an industrial controls environment.
• Rockwell Software required; Siemens or Schneider software a plus.
• Experience with VFDs preferred (networked a plus).

Responsabilidades

• Write and implement PLC code, integrate subsystems.
• Assist in on-site controls engineering tasks.
• Commission complex automated systems and provide site engineering support.

Conocimientos

PLC programming

HMI programming

Electrical design

Industrial communication networks

Detail-oriented

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

Microsoft 365 Office Apps

Descripción del empleo

FORTNA partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Write and implement PLC code, integrate subsystems, and assist in all on‑site controls engineering tasks.
• Utilize HMI using commercially available products such as Ignition, Wonderware, RSView, or FactoryTalk View.
• Implement PLC and HMI programs to satisfy current design and customer specifications under the supervision of Sr. Level Controls Engineers.
• Work with FORTNA employees, customer representatives, and third‑party vendors to ensure all aspects of a project are considered during both the design and execution phases.
• Review electrical designs and provide accurate as-built drawings for approval.
• Individually or as a team, commission complex automated systems, provide site engineering support, and complete system acceptance testing.
• Provide support of system commissioning efforts as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or comparable.
• 2‑4 years of experience within an industrial controls environment.
• PLC programming (Rockwell Software required; Siemens or Schneider software a plus).
• HMI programming (FactoryTalk View or Ignition).
• Input and output device design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
• Industrial communication networks (EtherNet/IP, Devicenet, Profinet, etc.).
• Low voltage electrical design and drawing creation.
• Equivalent work experience will also be considered as a substitute for education.
• Experience with VFDs preferred (networked a plus).
• Experience with Microsoft 365 Office Apps.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Must be self‑motivated, self‑aware, detail‑oriented, and results‑focused.
• Understanding of VFDs, induction motors, programmable logic controllers, and industrial networks.
• Ability to troubleshoot and isolate basic controls I/O problems.
• Ability to manage and execute basic system implementations, enhancements, and retrofits.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with FORTNA team members, project managers, and customers in a professional written and spoken manner.
• Ability to take direction from Sr. Level Controls Engineers to support the project and ensure all aspects of project goals are achieved.
• Ability to produce quality designs, drawings, programs, and documentation with minimal errors.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones. When traveling, the job environment shifts to a site-based, typically industrial setting. Travelers routinely use appropriate PPE, electrical diagnostic tools, electrical implementation tools, laptops, and networking equipment.

TRAVEL

• Generally, this position requires up to 75% travel to various sites.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift 40 pounds; to climb ladders; to navigate safely over and around warehouse automation equipment. Physical stamina may be required for prolonged standing, bending, stooping, and/or working in cramped quarters. Exposure to potentially dangerous tools and equipment and occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts is probable. Noise levels in the work environment may vary from relatively quiet to moderate to excessive. Employees may be required to perform any other job‑related duties as requested by their supervisor.