Controls Engineer

Kion Group AG; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 73,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Competitive compensation

Pay transparency

Global opportunities

Job summary

Dematic is seeking a Controls Engineer in Plano, TX to develop and maintain Siemens PLC programs using TIA Portal, and to design electrical schematics and control panels for complex systems.

You will coordinate projects, support commissioning, and collaborate with vendors to ensure accurate specifications. A BS in EE and 2+ years’ experience are required; travel up to 40% to customer sites in the USA is expected.

Qualifications

• BS in electrical engineering or closely related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in related field.
• Strong knowledge of AC drives, open and closed loop.
• Experience with Siemens PLCs and TIA Portal.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Siemens PLC programs using TIA Portal.
• Design electrical schematics and control panels per project needs.
• Translate requirements into deliverables, including layout and commissioning.
• Lead design reviews and assist with commissioning activities.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure specs.

Skills

Mechatronics

Electrical design

PLC programming

Project coordination

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

TIA Portal

AutoCAD Electrical

Ethernet IP

Job description

Complete projects for the Project Engineering Special Technology team as a Controls Engineer who has skills in Control Devices, PLC, Software, Automation, Autonomous self-propelled vehicles, and awareness of mechanical systems.We offer:Career DevelopmentCompetitive Compensation and BenefitsPay TransparencyGlobal OpportunitiesLearn More Here : https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer/Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $72,750 - $106,700 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.Tasks and Qualifications:What You Will Do In This RoleDevelop and maintain Siemens PLC programs using TIA Portal (minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience required).Demonstrate a strong interest in and understanding of mechatronic systems and devices.Utilize Electrical CAD tools (such as AutoCAD Electrical) for design and documentation.Translate project contractual and technical requirements into actionable deliverables, including system design, layout, emulation, order entry, drawing preparation, and commissioning activities.Ensure all engineering deliverables comply with established quality standards, processes, and best practices.Proactively identify, analyze, and resolve issues that may impact engineering tasks to prevent project delays.Execute assigned work packages within defined timelines and budget constraints, in alignment with Project Manager expectations.Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to validate third-party specifications and ensure completeness and accuracy of resale component requirements.Monitor and report engineering progress against project schedules.Prepare and present project status reports, including financial forecasts and schedule updates.Support risk management efforts by identifying, documenting, escalating, and mitigating potential risks.Lead technical design reviews and participate in post-project evaluations to drive continuous improvement initiatives.Design electrical schematics and control panels in accordance with project requirements.Lead and execute commissioning activities for complex systems integrating both hardware and software components.Contribute innovative ideas to improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.Must be open to travel up to 40% to customer locations in the USAWhat We Are Looking ForBS/BA in electrical engineering or closely related field2 + years of successful experience in related field.Demonstrates and applies a broad knowledge of field of specialization through successful completion of moderately complex assignments.Demonstrates knowledge of organization's business practices and issues.Knowledgeable on AC drives, both open & closed loop.Experience in Ethernet IP network designExceptional customer focus and ability to deliver results.Demonstrated problem solver with excellent communication skills.Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa now or in the future