Controls Engineer - Emulate3D

Aegis Sortation; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

401k

Paid time off

10 Company Holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Aegis Sortation seeks a Controls Engineer to model conveyor systems with Emulate3D and FlexSim, validate PLC logic in virtual environments, and work with design teams to optimize performance.

You will analyze throughput, collaborate across disciplines, and help improve simulation standards while delivering accurate, customer-focused solutions for projects of varying scale.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Emulate3D and modeling automated or conveyor-based systems.
• Experience with a simulation platform such as FlexSim.
• Familiarity with PLC programming concepts and industrial automation.
• Experience performing controls emulation or virtual commissioning.
• Knowledge of conveyor mechanics, electrical controls, and material handling systems.
• Ability to interpret system layouts and control narratives.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to collaborate across controls, mechanical, electrical, and system design disciplines.
• Clear written and verbal communication; attention to accuracy and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed conveyor system models using Emulate3D and FlexSim.
• Analyze system rates, throughput, capacity, and overall performance.
• Perform controls emulation using actual PLC programs and RS Echo.
• Test and validate PLC logic in a virtual environment before field implementation.
• Partner with System Design engineers to evaluate layouts and optimize system performance.
• Collaborate with Controls Engineers to identify sequencing, communication, and operational issues.
• Apply your understanding of conveyor mechanics, electrical controls, and industrial automation to simulation models.
• Document simulation results, assumptions, findings, and recommended improvements.
• Communicate technical results clearly to engineering teams and project stakeholders.
• Help improve simulation and emulation standards, tools, and internal processes.
• Support projects by delivering accurate, timely, and customer-focused solutions.

Skills

Emulate3D

PLC programming

Virtual commissioning

Conveyor systems

System layouts

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Documentation

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Bachelors in Industrial Engineering

Tools

RS Echo

FlexSim

Job description

Brief Description

About Aegis Sortation at Aegis, our purpose is clear: to create raving fans through expert innovation in intralogistics. Our team combines innovative thinking with deep industry expertise to deliver solutions for projects of all sizes, throughputs, and complexities.

Aegis Sortation is a leader in the intralogistics technology and innovation space. Our expertise spans E-Commerce, Freight and Parcel, and Warehouse and Distribution. As a prime integrator, we have a team capable of conceptualizing and laying out complex systems, and completing detailed design engineering, procurement, and field installation across various project platforms. Our commitment to integrating excellence throughout the project life cycle sets us apart, delivering automation solutions to businesses ranging from local service providers to international logistics giants.

We are seeking a Controls Engineer - Emulate 3D to model, test, and validate conveyor system performance before implementation. In this role, you will use Emulate3D and FlexSim to create accurate system models, evaluate throughput and system rates, and identify opportunities to improve overall design performance. You will work closely with our System Design and Controls Engineering teams to optimize material handling solutions and perform emulation using actual PLC programs and RS Echo. Your work will help validate control logic, reduce project risk, improve system efficiency, and deliver a stronger experience for our customers.

What You’ll Do

• Develop detailed conveyor system models using Emulate3D and FlexSim
• Analyze system rates, throughput, capacity, and overall performance
• Perform controls emulation using actual PLC programs and RS Echo
• Test and validate PLC logic in a virtual environment before field implementation
• Partner with System Design engineers to evaluate layouts and optimize system performance
• Collaborate with Controls Engineers to identify sequencing, communication, and operational issues
• Apply your understanding of conveyor mechanics, electrical controls, and industrial automation to simulation models
• Document simulation results, assumptions, findings, and recommended improvements
• Communicate technical results clearly to engineering teams and project stakeholders
• Help improve simulation and emulation standards, tools, and internal processes
• Support projects by delivering accurate, timely, and customer-focused solutions

Requirements

What You’ll Bring

• Proficiency with Emulate3D and experience modeling automated or conveyor-based systems
• Experience with FlexSim or a comparable simulation platform
• Familiarity with PLC programming concepts and industrial automation
• Experience performing controls emulation or virtual commissioning
• Knowledge of conveyor mechanics, electrical controls, and material handling systems
• Ability to interpret system layouts, operational requirements, and control narratives
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to collaborate across controls, mechanical, electrical, and system design disciplines
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to accuracy, quality, and project deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Experience using PLC programs and RS Echo for system validation
• Experience supporting conveyor, sortation, distribution, or material handling projects
• Understanding of system throughput analysis and performance validation

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off
• 10 Company Holidays
• Professional development opportunities

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

It is the policy of Aegis Sortation to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Aegis Sortation will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.