Automation Systems Engineer

MH Equipment Company; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Adoption Assistance

Wellness Program

Pet Insurance

His First Foundation

401K with employer match

Vendor Discounts

Job summary

MH Engineered Solutions, a division of MH Equipment Logistics, designs and implements automated material handling systems in Medina, Ohio. This role leads projects from concept through commissioning, coordinating across Sales, Engineering, and Operations to optimize performance and safety.

Qualified engineers bring 5+ years in automation, expertise with PLCs, CAD, and industrial software, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in material handling, industrial automation, or systems integration.
• Experience with PLCs, industrial networking, Machine Programming, Python, C++, UBUNTU Linux, Ignition, OPC/UA, CAD, and customer-facing engineering.
• Ability to work without direct supervision; High degree of accountability and responsibility.
• Good judgment regarding Safety on a job-site.
• Excellent problem solving, judgment making, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design integrated material handling systems including AMRs, conveyors, AS/RS, mezzanines, workstations, robotics, and storage systems.
• Analyze customer operations, material flow, throughput, and capacity.
• Develop CAD layouts, equipment specifications, and functional designs.
• Integrate AMR Fleet Manager with PLCs, WMS/WES, MES, ERP, conveyors, and third-party automation.
• Lead commissioning, FAT/SAT, startup support, optimization, and customer training.
• Prepare technical documentation and support proposals and project execution.
• Participate in supplier partner’s training and development programs.
• Support other MH Equipment engineering functions as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Material handling

Industrial automation

Systems integration

PLC programming

Python

C++

3D CAD modelling

AutoCAD

Ignition

OPC/UA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Python

C++

UBUNTU Linux

CAD software

AutoCAD

Ignition

OPC/UA

Job description

This is an onsite position based in Medina, Ohio. Remote work is not available, and relocation assistance is not provided.

This position is for MH Engineered Solutions, a division of MH Equipment Logistics Corporation.

About MH Equipment

As a leader in material handling, with 40 locations across 14 states, we sell, rent, and service high-quality and affordable material handling equipment for varying applications and budgets.

We give back to the communities we do business in through the His First Foundation, which contributes 10% of our annual income to come alongside our employees' passions.

About MH Engineered Solutions

MH Engineered Solutions partners with customers to design and implement material handling, warehouse, and automation solutions.

We work alongside our customers to understand their business objectives and develop practical, cost-effective solutions that improve productivity, safety, and operational efficiency.

From new system implementations to re-configuring existing operations, we tailor solutions to each customer's unique needs.

Amazing Culture, Thriving Company, Terrific Opportunity.

For more information on who we are and what we do, please visit our website at www.mhequipment.com.

Job Summary

This position designs, integrates, commissions, and optimizes automated material handling solutions utilizing OTTO Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), conveyor systems, storage solutions, robotics, and warehouse software. This position leads projects from concept through commissioning and long-term optimization while working closely with Sales, Engineering, Project Management, Controls, IT, and Customer Operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Design integrated material handling systems including AMRs, conveyors, AS/RS, mezzanines, workstations, robotics, and storage systems.
• Analyze customer operations, material flow, throughput, and capacity.
• Develop CAD layouts, equipment specifications, and functional designs.
• Integrate AMR Fleet Manager with PLCs, WMS/WES, MES, ERP, conveyors, and third-party automation.
• Lead commissioning, FAT/SAT, startup support, optimization, and customer training.
• Prepare technical documentation and support proposals and project execution.
• Participate in supplier partner’s training and development programs.
• Support other MH Equipment engineering functions as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in material handling systems, industrial automation, or systems integration.
• Experience with PLCs, industrial networking, Machine Programming, Python, C++, UBUNTU Linux, Ignition, OPC/UA, CAD, and customer-facing engineering.
• Ability to work without direct supervision; High degree of accountability and responsibility.
• Good judgment regarding Safety on a job-site.
• Excellent problem solving, judgment making, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle several tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Proficient computer skills with 3D architecture, solid modeling, BIM modeling, and simulation software, AutoCAD, a plus, Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Projects; CRM, and web searches.
• Ability to learn Supplier Business Partner (SBP) software.
• Ability to work in industrial environments and meet the conditions listed below “Physical Requirements of An Automation Systems Engineer”.
• Must meet the physical requirements.

Working Conditions

Work hours are flexible and may exceed a 40-hour work week as project needs require. Overnight travel and weekend work as needed. Site work on job-site locations to include existing operations and new construction sites.

The Medina, Ohio office location is the Automation System Engineer’s primary office location. The candidate must have a reliable car to use for travel. This is a salaried position with an incentive program and is exempt from paid overtime.

Some travel is required based on project cycles, up to 30 to 40%.

• Uniquely MH: Adoption Assistance, Dave Ramsey's Smart Dollar, Pet Insurance, Wellness Program, Vendor Discounts, Family Life and Marriage Counseling, and His First Foundation.
• Excellent Compensation: Great pay, pay bonus incentives, 401K with employer match, company cell phone and laptop.
• Generous PTO: Paid vacation, holidays, personal, sick days, charity time off.
• Great Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Short-term and voluntary long-term disability.
• Company Support: Continuous training, safe working environment.

MH Engineered Solutions a division of MH Equipment Logistics is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer