Automation Systems Modeling Engineer: Digital Twin & Simulation

Cindavi; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual company performance bonus

15 days of PTO

401(k) match

Job summary

Cindavi in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking an Automation Systems Modeling Engineer to lead the development of 3D models for complex intralogistics challenges. You will transform layouts into physics-based representations and collaborate with engineering teams for simulation and integration testing.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in engineering and has over 4 years of relevant experience, particularly in material handling automation. Enjoy competitive pay, an annual bonus, and comprehensive benefits including PTO and 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering, or software engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• At least four years of relevant experience, ideally with a strong background in material handling or industrial automation.
• Hands-on proficiency in a digital twin or simulation platform, with a strong preference for Emulate3D.
• Solid C# programming experience used for extending and customizing simulation models.
• Comfort working with data analysis tools like Excel and SQL, alongside a strong aptitude for navigating mechanical layouts in 3D environments.
• Baseline familiarity with PLC programming to effectively connect models to controllers for emulation testing.

Responsibilities

• Transform automated intralogistics systems layouts into physics-based 3D models using digital twin software like Emulate3D.
• Configure and develop models to accurately reflect the operation of equipment such as shuttles, cranes, conveyors, and robotics using C# and other programming tools.
• Collaborate closely with our engineering, controls, and software teams to run simulations, validate system rates, and support full system integration testing.
• Produce detailed documentation and reporting for simulations, including system performance analysis, reliability, and utilization metrics.
• Support our Advanced Technologies group in building models for our proprietary product lines while maintaining strict version control of all modeling assets.

Skills

C# programming

Digital twin software (Emulate3D)

Data analysis tools (Excel, SQL)

Mechanical layout navigation in 3D

PLC programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering, or software engineering

Tools

Emulate3D

Job description

Cindavi in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking an Automation Systems Modeling Engineer to lead the development of 3D models for complex intralogistics challenges. You will transform layouts into physics-based representations and collaborate with engineering teams for simulation and integration testing.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in engineering and has over 4 years of relevant experience, particularly in material handling automation. Enjoy competitive pay, an annual bonus, and comprehensive benefits including PTO and 401(k) match.