Controls Engineer

FMH Conveyors; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Education assistance

Paid holidays

Time off

Cross-functional team

Core values

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

FMH Conveyors is seeking a Controls Engineer - Electrical to join our Engineering Team. You will design electrical power and control circuits, develop CAD models, and program PLCs across various conveyor products.

Collaboration with mechanical engineers and ERP integration are key parts of the role. Responsibilities include developing schematics, BOMs, and engineering configurators, while supporting lean initiatives and shop-floor validation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• 2–4 years experience in engineering and design of manufactured equipment; 5+ preferred.
• CAD experience in 2D and 3D; ability to read and create schematics.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical schematics for power and controls using 2-D CAD.
• Create 3-D CAD models of electrical components and enclosures.
• Write PLC ladder logic for multiple PLC types; program in ERP system modules.
• Configure Engineering Configurators in ERP to automate conveyor design.
• Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues on engineered products.
• Coordinate with Mechanical Engineers on power and controls design.

Skills

Electrical engineering

PLC programming

CAD modeling

ERP/MRP experience

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

ERP/MRP

C#

Job description

FMH Conveyors, a member of the Duravant family of operating companies, designs and manufactures products and services for truck loading and unloading applications. The NestaFlex and BestFlex brands lead the market in flexible gravity and powered conveyors, while MaxxReach and BestReach are the premier brands in telescopic and rigid conveyor systems. Known worldwide for their durability and reliability, FMH Conveyors products are engineered to support material handling applications for distribution centers, e-commerce, parcel post, retail stores, and a variety of manufacturers to help maximize productivity and increase efficiency.

As a Duravant Family Company, FMH Conveyors Participates In Global Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion Programs, As Well As Doing Good Initiatives To Support Our Communities. In Addition To a Culture That Promotes Long Term Career Satisfaction, With Opportunities For Personal And Professional Growth, FMH Conveyors Offers An Excellent Total Rewards Package That Includes

• Compensation: We offer competitive compensation
• Benefits: We have comprehensive benefit packages designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and financial security
• Development: We have education and training programs which include an educational assistance program
• Time Off: We offer paid holidays and paid time off
• Driven Team Members: We have a cross-functional, collaborative environment, focused on delivering results
• Core Values: Our values Do What's Right, Champion Customer Success, Work Together, Win Together, Respond Fast, Deliver Faster, and Ignite What's Next.
• Culture: We are driven by our number one asset - our employees, and their successes
• Doing Good: We love to be active members of our community! We have several volunteer opportunities throughout the year.

FMH Conveyors is seeking a Controls Engineer - Electrical to join our Engineering Team.

This person will primarily perform Controls Engineering and design functions related to multiple types of conveyors including powered flexible and non-flexible, rigid drive-out, telescopic, as well as other related conveyor products as assigned. The position will involve programming for multiple types of PLCs as well as other programming in multiple program languages. The position will also involve a limited degree of mechanical engineering. The person will perform a variety of engineering and design functions associated with the conveyor related products the Company designs, manufactures, sells and supports (sales, service, etc.). These functions will include, but not be limited to design of the electrical power and control circuits using CAD software (3-D and 2-D); design of new control boards; selection of power and control components; and programming, including PLCs, VBA and within the Companys ERP system. Other functions will include interfacing with Mechanical Engineers for the power and controls engineering and design; checking drawings; working within the ERP system, including programming Engineering Configurators and developing / checking BOMs and MOMs; configuring products to customer specifications; leading or assisting with R&D projects; providing work assignments to CAD Designers / Modelers; and other Engineering work associated with the Company's products as assigned.

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work in a fast-paced team environment within the Engineering Department to complete the power and control systems design portion of each custom Engineered to Order Conveyor Order
• Develop or modify existing BOMs and MOMs in the ERP system for all conveyors and related conveyor power and controls components, power and control enclosure assembly, conveyor wiring, etc.
• Develop electrical schematics for power and controls for products using 2-D CAD software
• Develop 3-D CAD models of electrical components (power and controls enclosures, components, etc.
• Create PLC ladder logic for multiple types of PLCs
• Develop new solid state circuit board layout working with the circuit board manufacturer
• Write code within the Companys ERP system to create Engineering Configurators that will automate the design of conveyors and components (mechanical and electrical)
• Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues pertaining to the Companys engineered products
• Work with Autodesk Inventor 3-D modelling software, as well as 2-D drawings in AutoCAD or other CAD software
• Calculate data required to produce component parts from raw materials by specifying needed material requirements (cables to length with connectors from customer specifications)
• Confers with various associates and customers as needed to determine proper performance specifications and ensure the intended product design is provided to the customer
• Travel to customers sites as requested to evaluate product installations, assist with startup and testing, troubleshoot to ensure the conveyors and accessories are operating to customer specifications and requirements
• Be willing to engage with the engineering team or other associates in the company to evaluate and work toward improving existing approaches, methods and performance measures
• Understand Lean manufacturing and participate with the engineering and manufacturing teams to improve or implement Lean processes that result in reductions in manufacturing scrap rates, costs and labor through the use of Lean tools and methodology

Position Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering is required from ABET Accredited Engineering College or University.
• Minimum of 2-4 years' experience (5+ preferred) in engineering and design of manufactured equipment, systems or materials and within manufacturing environment with demonstrated success in developing accurate engineering work product, including detailed drawings, working in ERP systems and
• CAD experience (both 3-D and 2-D)
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations with the ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Experience and/or willingness to frequently work on the shop floor to ensure BOM and MOM configuration accuracy
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Ability to read, understand and implement various industry codes and regulations, including but not limited to NEC, UL, ANSI, NIOSH, and OSHA
• Candidate must have effective and collaborative problem-solving skills
• Good knowledge and understanding of assembly, electrical, welding, fabrication, paint, machine shop and production processes
• Computer skills: Knowledge of \"C#\" programming language or some variant of \"C\" is a plus; excellent MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is essential
• Skilled with 3-D CAD modeling (Inventor preferred) or SolidWorks and 2-D CAD (AutoCAD)
• Experienced User/Super User of ERP/MRP systems

Physical Requirements

Required to sit and stand for extended periods of time; occasionally climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Office, manufacturing environment, and occasional customer site visits

This Position Description identifies the major responsibilities of this job for FMH Conveyors (Company). It does not include all aspects of the position such as the potential additional duties assigned by the Director of Engineering or other Company management.