Automation System Controls Engineer (Indefinite US Work Authorization Required)

Crown Equipment Corporation; New Bremen (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Systems Engineer to contribute to the design and development of Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) systems. This role involves developing electro-mechanical systems, creating functional prototypes, and ensuring performance goals are met. You will collaborate with engineering teams and participate in risk assessments while documenting the design process. The company offers a competitive wage and benefits package, including health plans and retirement savings, while promoting a culture of innovation and excellence. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the material handling industry, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan

Flexible Benefits Plan

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Life and Disability Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience developing electro-mechanical and/or AGV systems.
• Good written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to travel locally between company locations during workday.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering expertise in the design and development of AGV systems.
• Develop system concepts into functional prototypes and evaluate performance.
• Support evaluating emerging technologies for integration in future products.

Skills

Engineering Expertise

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Software Development

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Controls

Tools

PLC Programming

Jira

Confluence

GitHub

Git

Job description

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Location:

New Bremen, OH, US, 45869

Company Description:

Crown Equipment Corporation is one of the world’s largest material handling companies, with a reputation for award-winning product design, advanced engineering and technology, and superior after-sale service. Crown produces and sells a broad range of forklifts, batteries, chargers, automation and fleet management technologies that are revolutionizing the material-handling industry.

Job Responsibilities:

Provide engineering expertise in the design and development of Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) systems. Develop, conceive, and evaluate electro-mechanical based systems including software controls, specifications and performance analysis for AGV lift trucks:

• System Development Planning –
  • Propose system definitions or specifications to meet a given set of guidelines.
  • Propose plans for system development, testing and review.
  • Work with engineering product teams to refine requirements.
• System Development and Evaluation –
  • Develop system concepts into a functional prototype.
  • Develop AGV system programs on and off vehicle and generate functional software.
  • Perform analysis of system to ensure that performance goals are met and that integrity of design is maintained and conforms to Company and industry standards.
  • Participate in risk assessments and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEAs).
  • Design specific testing as required to evaluate system design integrity and performance and review and evaluate test results.
  • Properly document the system design, the design process, and the results of design evaluation, and communicate this information for critical review and decision making.
  • Assess and document development progress with respect to plans and communicate this information to others for critical review.
• Other Tasks –
  • Identify and communicate needs for specific analytical design and analysis tools.
  • Support evaluating emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and sensors (e.g., cameras, lidar, ultrasonics, etc.) for integration in future products.
  • Support other functional groups such as Automation and Emerging Technologies, purchasing, legal, service, manufacturing, and product engineering when warranted.

Onsite Work: A reasonable commute is necessary since mostly onsite work is required. Crown offers limited hybrid remote work for this position. Relocation assistance may be available.

Internal Title: Systems Engineer

Related Terms: Electrical Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Systems Integration Engineer, Controls Software Engineer, Electrical Engineer, PLC Programmer

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or Industrial Controls field
• 0-2 years of experience developing electro-mechanical and/or AGV systems (Salary will be commensurate with experience)
• Good written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to occasionally travel with overnight stays (0-5%)
• Reliable transportation to travel locally between company locations during scheduled workday

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 or more years of experience developing electro-mechanical systems
• Experience developing with PLC standard IEC 61131-3 languages
• Experience working with industrial automated equipment and software
• Knowledge of software architecture, state diagrams, and Unified Modeling Language
• Experience with task management and version control software, with Jira, Confluence, GitHub, and Git desired

Work Authorization:

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Individuals with temporary visas are ineligible. Sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, is unavailable.

No agency calls please.

Compensation and Benefits:

Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

EOE Veterans/Disabilities